Record #:

20553

Author(s):

McConnell, William S.

Abstract:

Perhaps there is no more visible expression of the right of free speech than citizens marching down a street to make their views on a subject known. From a local government standpoint the parade is not \"free\" because streets have to be rerouted, extra police hours are needed and the cleanup afterwards--all require extra money from the local budget. Many state cities and towns charge a fee for the parade permit to help defray the costs to the local budget. This Bulletin examines the constitutional limitations on charging fees to parade participants and organizers.

Source:

Local Government Law Bulletin (NoCar KFN 7830 A15 L6), Vol. Issue 62, Oct 1994, p1-10, f

Subject(s):

First Amendment--Free speech; Parade permits--Fees--Constitutionality of