Silently praying woman in Britain cited for 'thoughtcrime' for third time: Attorneys

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Police in Birmingham, England, have cited a woman for praying silently near an abortion clinic for a third time, even though Britain's top legal officer has said such actions are legal.

Catholic activist Isabel Vaughn-Spruce, at right with attorney Jeremiah Igunnubole of ADF UK, won’t face prosecution for standing silently near an abortion clinic and “praying in my mind,” West Midlands Police said. Police in Birmingham, England, have cited a woman for praying silently near an abortion clinic for a third time, even though Britain’s top legal officer has said such actions are legal.on Oct. 18 and given a ticket indicating she would be fined for her actions.

“The UK government urgently needs to clarify that silent thoughts can never be illegal — even if those thoughts are in disagreement with the views of the State. This is the third time I have been treated like a criminal for peacefully, silently, and imperceptibly praying for women who are likely facing one of the worst days of their lives,” Ms. Vaughan-Spruce said in a statement.

 

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