Topic: Trespassing

The Freedom of Access to Clinic Entrances (FACE) Act, originally designed to protect abortion clinics, is being utilized in legal actions involving church protests. A recent incident involving Don Lemon and a church invasion in Minnesota has led to arrests of three ringleaders. Critics question why more participants have not been charged with trespassing or federal violations under the act.

The specific legal penalties of the Odessa, Texas bathroom ordinance include a Class C misdemeanor fine not to exceed $500 for violations. Additionally, individuals who refuse to leave a bathroom after being asked by a building owner may be charged with misdemeanor trespassing. The segment clarifies that the "bounty" rhetoric used by media outlets is a hyperbolic description of statutory civil damages.

The LAPD is testing a "voluntary" program asking customers to remove hats, helmets, and hoodies when entering businesses. Failure to comply could result in a trespassing charge under Penal Code 602. The hosts argue the true purpose of the policy is to ensure unobstructed views for facial recognition surveillance systems rather than simple crime deterrence.

The hosts open the program discussing the unseasonably cool weather in Southern California and Northern Silicon Valley. One host recounts a recent nature walk behind his home that led to a local water reservoir. He describes the lack of security at the site and jokes about the ease of trespassing near the water supply.