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Local Laws
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What is the legal age of clubbing in Paris?
The legal drinking age in France is 16. However, in Paris, as well as most European countries, legal stipulations placed on the purchase and consumption of alcohol are merely technicalities to which almost no one adheres. No matter what country you visit in Europe, you will find very little?if any?enforcement of the legal drinking age. If you will have underage teenagers with you who would like to enjoy an alcoholic beverage, they will have no trouble ordering or being served in Paris, so you might want to give consideration to this issue prior to embarking on your trip. Requesting ID is virtually unheard of in Paris, as well as most European cities, because they simply do not have the problems related to underage drinking that are common in North American countries. Wine with dinner is a common custom in which most Parisians engage from the time they are toddlers, and most Europeans drink for enjoyment?not to get drunk. Therefore, unlike in North America, drinking is somewhat of a non issue for most Europeans and lacking in justification for strict enforcement.
What is the penalty for false statements to police?
It can be serious, after you lodge a formal complaint your life gets restricted in many ways. You cannot give false statement otherwise it will not help them to find all links in the chain. Cooperation is needed by citizens.
Can a felon in California hunt with an 1800's replica black powder rifle?
The basic answer is no. A felon cannot own or possess ANY item that is classified as a firearm, unless the felon's rights have been restored.
Added: Actually the allowable date for the ownership of an "antique" firearm goes back to an even earlier date than 1900. And the law requires that it be a genuine antique or a "replica" of an antique (i.e.: replica - meaning an EXACT copy in every way) of a firearm of that era.
However the addition to that is - even though the felon may own such an antique (or replica) firearm they may NOT possess the black powder with which to fire it.
Black powder is classified as an explosive and felons are also prohibited by federal law from possessing explosives. Unless the felon likes to collect antiques, the only lawful thing they can do with it is look at it hanging on the wall.
Can a person get a ticket for not raking the yard?
This depends on the laws of your city, known as ordinances. The city has the right to legislate ordinances to force someone to keep his yard clean, especially the front yard, which anyone passing by can look at.
Do you have to have a business license to operate a business?
Most businesses needs one or more federal, state or local licenses or permits to operate. Licenses can range from a basic operating license to very specific permits (e.g. a permit to sell alcohol). Regulations vary by industry, state and locality, so it's very important to understand the licensing rules where your business is located. Not complying with licensing and permitting regulations can lead to expensive fines and put your business at serious risk.
Business License
It all depends on what business you are engaged in and whether it is regulated in your area and whether a license or permits is therefore required.
For example a retail store does not need a license to do retail business in most locals, It does need an occupancy certificate in most municipalities but not a license. It will usually need a sales tax certificate for tax purposes. Now if that store wants to sell alcoholic beverages then obviously it will also need a Liquor license but still, that's not a business license.
If you wanna sell real estate for example you will likely need a real estate license which is a professional license, not a business license.
Business is regulated on many levels, National, State and Local. Rules will vary widely depending on where you live. Texas for example has never required a Contractors License while California does.
Say for example you are and Electrical Contractor in Texas, OK you need an Electricians professional license but not a business license, while in some other states they may require you have both.
Say you wanna come up with some unique catchy Name for your business so you decide to call it "Amazing Worldwide Widgets" OK, Most regulations require that you register the name so that they will know who is moving all those widgets in their area. Again that is not a Business License it's just a certificate of registration of an assumed business name.
It's always best to research the line of business in which you would like to engage. The Onus is always on the business and it's owners to make sure they carry all required licenses and permits.
Can you transfer driving permits to another state?
I just tried to and as of yet I could not although you should be able to, since it allows you to drive and work in your home state.
Who can attend annual meetings?
Usually shareholders in publicly listed companies are invited to attend annual meetings.
At the meeting shareholders are invited to ask questions to the board of directors in regards to the companies past and predicted performances. Shareholders also vote on reelecting board members and also on other actions relating to the company.
How long do police have to wait before they can try to find a underage runaway?
They don't have to wait at all.
The younger the age of the missing child, and/or possible suspicious circumstances the quicker the response will be and the more intensive the search will be.
How may children can one person babysit in Texas?
There is no limit as to how many children one can babysit, so it's up to you! However many you feel you can handle is just right.
The above statement is incorrect. The maximum number is children is 6 to 1 adult (18yrs +). This is from 18 months+.
What is the absence of a system of government and law called?
A society without government or laws would be considered an anarchy, unless that nation is going through a revolution.
When one person writes another person a bad check?
If a person writes another person a bad check, they could face jail time. You should let the person know as soon as possible about the bad check so they will not try to cash it.
Germany has some of the strictest gun laws. A number of criteria must be met before a firearms license is issued: 18 years old, known to be OK, a firearms expert and the need to have one. Persons who are convicted felons, have a record of mental disorder or people with drug or alcohol addiction histories or known violent are barred from getting a license.
What is Curfew in Louisville Colorado?
The curfew in Louisville, Colorado is for those who are under the age of 18. Those under 18 are not to be on the streets from 11:00 PM until 6:00 AM Monday thru Friday. The weekend curfew time is 1:00 AM until 6:00 AM.
Can a mn felon own a crossbow?
Maryland has no special restrictions on possessing crossbows or any other type of non-firearm weapon with regards to convicted felons. Normal rules of carry and usage (such as hunting laws) apply. Also, normal federal law restricting possession of firearms by felons also applies.
Where do you file a verbal harassment report?
While you can file verbal harassment charges against your employer, most people in the United States end up losing these cases before they ever come to a jury trial. Laws vary around the world.
What is ceremonial head of government?
Queen Elizabeth II is the ceremonial head of government of England and of some other nations in the British Commonwealth, including Canada and Australia. This means that while she does not actually govern, and does not originate any legislation or give any orders about how government does its job, she does grant her symbolic assent (or agreement) to the laws that the national parliament passes, and this assent is considered to give the law its authority. She is obligated to give her assent, no matter what legislation parliament passes, but still, the law does not come into effect without her assent. It is a ritualistic aspect of government.
It depends on the rental agreement that you signed when you opened your membership. It is common practice for rental outlets to have a clause in the agreement stating that the renter will be responsible for all late fees and any legal fees resulting from non-return. FYI: some places can also file a report with the local police department for theft of rental property or services and issue a warrant, depending on the cooperation of the police and the size of the rental franchise.
What is the Troy Illinois curfew law?
The driving curfew in Illinois is enforced for teenagers under the age of 17. They cannot drive without an adult after 10 PM from Sunday through Thursday and after 11 PM on Saturday and Sunday.
What is the difference between a county and state?
A city is bigger with a bigger population and usually more high tech with big buildings and busy roads. Towns are smaller and have less population. Depending on where in the world it is in some towns there are at leat one church, one market square and smaller towns have less shops. They dont have big tall buildings usally or a lest the odd 1 or 2.
ADDED: the original difference, at least in Britain, was that a city has a cathedral, the centre of an Anglican or Catholic bishopric, or administrative region. Thus Wells, in the SW English county of Somerset, proclaims itself "England's [Britain's?] smallest city", there being a good many towns that are larger but lack a magnificent cathedral.
What is the noise ordinance in the city of Pittsburgh PA?
In response to the Civic Association's August 1999 meeting, a copy of the city noise ordinance was sent to the Civic Association by Councilman Bob O'Connor's office. The ordinance is attached below for everyone to review.
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AN ORDINANCE
Amending and supplementing the Pittsburgh Code, Title Six, Conduct, Article I, Regulated Rights and
Actions, Chapter 601, Public Order, Section 601.04, Unnecessary Noise and Sound Amplification
Devices, by changing the threshold and penalties for violation.
The Council of the City of Pittsburgh hereby enacts as follows:
Section 1.
The Pittsburgh Code, Title Six, Conduct, Article I, Regulated Rights & Actions, Chapter 601,Public Order, Section 601.04 is hereby amended as follows:
601.04 UNNECESSARY NOISE AND SOUND AMPLIFYING DEVICES.
(a) No person shall unnecessarily and repeatedly sound the horn of any vehicle or use any loud signaling device thereon except an emergency vehicle or a vehicle on emergency business.
(b)No person shall operate or cause to be operated, any audio amplification or reproduction device, including but not limited to an oversized hand carried radio, cassette, compact disc player, or one that is installed in or audio powered by a vehicle, on a city street or sidewalk, in a city park, on a public conveyance. or in any other public property which generates an A-weighted sound level in excess of [85] 68 dB(a) in a residential area measured at, or adjusted to, a distance of 50 feet from the source . If an A- weighted sound device is not present, a violation has occurred if the disturbance is audible to an officer standing in excess of 75 feet away from the source of the disturbance. This subsection shall not apply to audio amplification devices used for open air musical concerts or any other private or public events.
(c) No person shall operate, or cause to be operated any audio amplification system on public or private property, which generates an A- weighted sound level in excess of 68 dB(a) in a residential area measured at, or adjusted to, a distance of 75 feet beyond the boundary of the property in which the audio amplification or reproduction system is located.
(d)Sound levels under subsections (b) and (c) hereof shall be measured with a sound level measuring device, either Type I or Type Il as defined by American National Standards institute Specifications. Section 1.4-1971.
(e)A person operating an audio amplification or reproduction device shall be exempt from this section provided that:
(2)The device is an authorized emergency vehicle or a vehicle operated by gas, electric, communications or water utility; or
(3) The device is being used in connection with a parade, political activity, amusement activity or communit.v event that is being conducted under any permit issued by the city and is otherwise in compliance with the applicable sections of the Pittsburgh Code provided that the recommended sound level in the applicable subsection is not exceeded between the hours of 11:00 p.m. and 7:00 am.
(f)Violation of subsection (b) shall result in the mandatory fine of $150 for a first time violation and a mandatory $300 fine and booting of the vehicle for the second offense.
Booting of the vehicle shall occur if the fine from the first violation is outstanding. The owner of the vehicle shall be responsible for all costs associated with the booting. Violation of subsection (c) [Noise and sound as prohibited herein] is a public nuisance, disturbing the peace and injurious to the public interest, and may be abated forthwith.
(Ord. 17-1991, effective 5-24-91)
SECTION 2.
Prior to the effective date of this legislation, the Director of Public Safety shall develop a comprehensive noise education program for the purpose of informing, educating and soliciting voluntary cooperation in noise
reduction.
SECTION 3.
The effective date of this legislation shall be October 1, 1998
SECTION 4.
That any Ordinance or part of Ordinance conflicting with the provisions of this Ordinance, be and the same is hereby repealed so far as the same affects this Ordinance.
Ordained and enacted into a law in Council, this 3rd day of
AUGUST A.D. 1998
Bob O'Connor, President of Council
ATTEST: John R. Mascio, Deputy City Clerk of Council
MAYOR'S OFFICE August 12,1998
APPROVED: Tom Murphy, Mayor
ATTEST: M. Linda Gangewer, Mayor's Secretary
Recorded in Ordinance Book, Vol.78 Page 244 26th day of August, 1998
EFFECTIVE DATE:
October 1, 1998
I do hereby certify that the foregoing is a true and correct copy of Ordinance No. 22, Series 1998, as the same appears of record in the office of the City Clerk
Linda M. Johnson-Wasler
City Clerk
the above ordinance is out of date ... the most current ordinance can be found here --> http://colinwetherbee.com/data/pittsburghcode-ch601-20060313.pdf
Are BB guns allowed in public areas?
State, county and city laws are all different when it comes to BB Guns. You have to check with your local police department and ask. You can look up your state laws on the internet or at a library - they are happy to help you look it up.
Is it legal to possess or wear body armor in Tennessee?
it is 100% legal too wear bodyarmor. infact the gunmen that tired too kill obama had bodyarmor on but after they did a crime it would be ILLEGAL too wear bodyarmor so this means lawbiding people can wear such device and felons it would be illegal too wear it or process it. from ballistic expert jester. druglordearl@yahoo.com for feature ballistic protection questions.
How close to the property line can you build your house in Hanover Virginia?
As near as I can see, 15 feet from the side property lines. That is the standard in most places, with a 20 foot setback from the back. The front varies greatly, even by neighborhood.
