Is it illegal to put a sign in my yard that reads, “Speed limit is 25 – if you hit my dog or child because you are speeding you won’t need a lawyer”?
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Is it illegal to put a sign in my yard that reads, “Speed limit is 25 – if you hit my dog or child because you are speeding you won’t need a lawyer”?
Asked on July 14, 2015 under Criminal Law, Michigan
Answers:
Maury Beaulier / MinnesotaLawyers.com
Answered 8 years ago | Contributor
It is probable not illegal, but it certainly is close and would certainly be unwise. It seems to imply harm whcih could be construed as a terroristic threat. It would certainly be unfortunate if someone were to come to harm and that sign was used as a potential motive to connect you to that harm.
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