[DEPcom]

"Klan defenders on FR?"

As a FR Klan Defender, my defense strategy would focus on:

Challenging the Nuisance Definition: I would argue that the specific incident of burning a cross in their own yard, while deeply offensive and potentially a hate crime, may not fit within the legal definition of a nuisance as per Section 15-43-10 of the South Carolina Code

First Amendment Rights:

Distinguishing Between Criminal and Civil Liability: I would differentiate between criminal liability for a potential hate crime and the civil issue of declaring a residence a public nuisance. Just because an individual may be criminally liable does not automatically translate to their residence being classified as a nuisance.

Questioning the Proportionality of the Action: Seeking to declare a residence a public nuisance and potentially displacing residents is a severe action. I would question the proportionality of such a measure in response to a single incident, especially considering the gravity of declaring a residence a public nuisance.


This general approach would need to be adapted to the specifics of the case, including the evidence and the legal context. For precise legal strategy and advice, a detailed examination of the case specifics is essential.

[Reno89519]

Burning a cross was done to intimidate the neighbors. That is a hate crime. Again, kick them to the curb, run them out of town. Good riddance.