Effective today in the State of Texas, the crime of indecent exposure now includes sending explicit photos over the Internet, including in emails, text messages, and via a dating app. And it’s a misdemeanor crime with a fine of $500. Texas Governor Abbot said he signed the law because he thinks exposing one’s self like that is “disgusting.”
In California, the San Jose Police Department became the first large law enforcement agency to fly the rainbow flag at police headquarters. LGBT Liaison Officer James Gonzalez explains why it’s so important.
(Photo: Courtesy of Coming Out From Behind the Badge)
Monday, September 2, 2019
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