State Alabama panhandling laws challenged under First Amendment The 11th Circuit Court is expected to issue a final ruling later this year. Mary Claire WootenJanuary 14, 2025
Courts Federal judges hear arguments on whether to unblock Alabama panhandling law The state argued that begging should not be construed as protected free speech. Jacob HolmesDecember 19, 2024
Legislature Bill increasing penalties for panhandling receives bipartisan support The bill increases the penalties for subsequent violations of the act and gives law enforcement the ability to take violators to a shelter. Jacob HolmesApril 21, 2023
Opinion Opinion | Law criminalizing panhandling, likely unconstitutional — and unconscionable This proposed law is unconstitutional. But moreover, it’s cruel. Will NevinMarch 22, 2023