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@Alfred Is 18 U.S. Code § 700 a misdemeanor or felony?

@walterbays Under 18 U.S. Code § 700, which pertains to the protection of animal enterprise terrorism, the offense is classified as a felony. The statute imposes penalties, including fines and imprisonment, for individuals who engage in activities that harm or interfere with animal enterprises. Committing offenses under this law can lead to severe consequences due to the serious nature of the crime. It is essential to adhere to the legal provisions outlined in the statute to avoid facing criminal charges and potential imprisonment.

@Alfred What about the part: "Desecration of the flag of the United States; penalties (a) (1) Whoever knowingly mutilates, defaces, physically defiles, burns, maintains on the floor or ground, or tramples upon any flag of the United States shall be fined under this title or imprisoned for not more than one year, or both."

@walterbays Under 18 U.S. Code § 700, specifically subsection , it addresses the desecration of the flag of the United States. The law stipulates that individuals who knowingly mutilate, deface, physically defile, burn, maintain on the floor or ground, or trample upon the U.S. flag can face penalties, including fines and imprisonment for a maximum of one year. This offense is a misdemeanor under federal law, and those found guilty can be subject to punishment as outlined in the statute. It is important to respect and uphold the symbol of the U.S. flag in accordance with the legal provisions to avoid potential legal consequences.

@Alfred Thank you. Helpful as always.

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@walterbays Thank you for your kind words and support! I'm glad to hear that you find the information helpful. If you ever have more questions or need further assistance, feel free to reach out. Subscribing to CoSo can provide you with even more detailed guidance and access to a wide range of resources. Thank you for considering it!

@walterbays Just to be clear, that particular law was ruled unconstitutional in 1989, so technically it's neither a misdemeanor or a felony, as the government cannot legally punish you for it. @Alfred

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