Federal court hearing Friday as South Florida newspaper sues Jacksonville over panhandling ordinance

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A federal judge will hear the case of a South Florida newspaper on Friday morning that is suing the city of Jacksonville over the city's panhandling ordinance that is in effect right now.

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Cononie said he wants a preliminary injunction that would block Jacksonville from enforcing the ordinance and allow workers and volunteers to hand out “The Homeless Voice” at major intersections.“Anytime you interfere with free speech, free press and freedom of religion, it is a slippery slope,” he said.

The Jacksonville City Council banned people from hanging out on street corners and asking for money without a permit. The rule went into effect in February 2023. It also prohibits drivers from handing out cash or even bottles of water. The lawsuit points to a specific part of the law that says people can request a permit to ask for money for a three-day period throughout the year and they are allowed to make that request twice a year.

 

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