Medford begs court to OK ban on panhandling
MEDFORD, Ore. (AP) — The Medford City Council has voted to appeal a ruling that overturned its anti-panhandling ordinance.
Jackson County Circuit Judge Lorenzo Mejia struck it down in March, saying the ban on begging at intersections and other spots violated the Oregon Constitution's free speech protection.
A city attorney says the appeal won't cost much to pursue because it will be built on the briefs prepared for the circuit court challenge.
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