Fact Pattern 3-A3
Liz files a suit against Moe in a state court.The case proceeds to trial,after which the court renders a verdict.
-Adult Shoppe in Beach City sells a variety of publications,including child pornography.Beach City enacts an ordinance prohibiting the sale of such materials.This ordinance is most likely
A)an invalid restriction of individuals' privacy.
B)an unconstitutional restriction of speech.
C)a violation of adults' rights to enjoy certain privileges and immunities.
D)constitutional under the First Amendment.

Question

Fact Pattern 3-A3 
Liz files a suit against Moe in a state court.The case proceeds to trial,after which the court renders a verdict.
-Adult Shoppe in Beach City sells a variety of publications,including child pornography.Beach City enacts an ordinance prohibiting the sale of such materials.This ordinance is most likely
A)an invalid restriction of individuals' privacy.
B)an unconstitutional restriction of speech.
C)a violation of adults' rights to enjoy certain privileges and immunities.
D)constitutional under the First Amendment.

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The ordinance is constitutional under the First Amendment because child pornography is not protected speech. The government has a compelling interest in prohibiting the sale of such materials.