Day Laborer Ban Voided by Court

15 September 2000 - 9:30am

The 1994 LA County ordinance was enacted to in response to complaints about day laborerscongregating around a building supplies store.

The law made it illegal for pedestrians to solicit employment, business or money from anyone driving by. A federal judge has found that it is too broad, vague and unconstitutional. Approximately 12 local cities have similar laws.

Source: The Los Angeles Times, September 15, 2000
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