In FLorida, it is illegal to pick sea oats. But, if you own land where there are sea oats growing, would it be illegal to pick the sea oats on your own property?
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this is just between you and me if you want a few take em, but if your going to harvest them for an ebay type of venture no,its wrong. the oats are the only things keeping your dunes from blowing away if you own the property believe me you want them unless they are a problem for your entranceways.and always remember leave nothing on the beach other than your footprints..
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Laws in all states have upheld that garbage at the curb is not private and taking garbage is not stealing.  I cannot see how the town can lay claim to garbage until it is on the truck itself.\n\nI would think that in order to enforce this ordinance the city would have to supply houses with garbage cans and then they could say that anything inside the cans is offlimits.\n\nIts sounds like one of those ordinances that would be overturned as unconstitutional if it were appealed to a state court.  Besides unless they are sorting their refuse and separating those metals they can sell for money (it probably wouldn't be worth the cost) when people take trash from the street it reduces the amount of money the town pays in tipping charges.
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Wow, I wasn't aware of that.  What are we going to do if the shrimp, crabs, lobsters, clams and mussels want to get married?  There needs to be a constitutional amendment banning crustacean marriage, just in case.  We don't want them to threaten the sanctity of other sea creatures' marriages.
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Communities do not have the right to pick and choose who lives where.  This is America and people should live where they want.  As long as they are not disturbing the peace or doing anything illegal then you should be okay with your neighbors.
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Depending on where you live, I am sure there would be a lot of problems. I  live in an area where many people still do bury in their yards (family cemeteries, etc) and have for hundreds of years. I would contact a lawyer if I were you to find out the exact rules.
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No you can't just do anything in international waters. Generally, the country of origin has jurisdiction over the vessel (flag=jurisdiction). It is kinda how they shut down (or are shutting down) all the off-shore radio stations. But there are also international treaties that cover this and a whole body of maritime and admiralty law.
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I have always fished for them in Florida, but the technique should be the same. I use size 1/0 hooks with a 1/4 inch weight stopped with a bead 6 inches from the hook . I fish off the bottom with live shrimp that I have cut into smaller sections. Drums, red and black, like to feed on the bottom so if you are going to use a lure like a jig you need to make sure you just bounce it along the bottom. The best time is while the tide is moving. I have found that the faster the tide is moving (in or out) the better luck I have. You should be able to check a local paper for tide times. The fish move with the tide, so when the tide is changing (dead tide) the fishing is usually not that good.Good Luck.
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No, in Florida the prices of land are skyrocketed. Land can only go up so much and we are at its highest peak. If you purchase land to sell in 2 months you will make no profit because the prices are so high. Wait until the land goes down and then invest.! Good Luck
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I think different countries have different laws, and different enforcement policies.\n\nThe first thing I would do is check with the local 'Dept of Fish & Game' or equivilent where you live. Some license make exempt sport fishing in the ocean. Of course commercial fishing comes under different regulations still.\n\nRegardless of the laws, please keep an eye on your catching quotas and use catch & release whenever possible :-)
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Nope... they have to buy their own stuff (at least where my husband's stationed).  I believe beer is illegal there, but anything can be bought on the black market.
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Unfortunately, Florida is the fastest growing state (population) in the union. Employers can pick and choose workers and the housing market is artificially inflated. I am planning on leaving Florida and heading for a cooler climate myself.
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If I may help frame the question a bit ....\n\nThere is no such thing as illegal knowledge, at least not in the US.  If people want to discuss the best way to grow pot or build bombs or bake cakes, they are free to do so.  The actual growing of pot or building bombs may be illegal, but having and sharing information about how to do it is protected by the 1st Amendment, as you suggest.\n\nOther kinds of communication, however, can constitute crimes.  If two people share information about how to grow pot as part of a plan to break the law, they are engaged in a conspiracy to commit a crime and that is illegal--it is a crime even if they never get to the actual pot-growing stage so long as either of them does anything--like buying potting soil--to further the plot.\n\nIt can also be illegal to disclose certain military or State secrets, or to sell or use for personal gain certain business secrets that do not belong to you.  But the crime here is not the knowing, but the sharing.\n\nThat much is background.  The most common abuse of the 1st Amendment happens when someone says something really stupid or hateful and, when called on it, says "well, I have a 1st Amendment right to say that."  Of course they do, but that is beside the point.  The point is they said something stupid or hateful.  They are using the reference to the 1st Amendment to try to avoid taking responsibility for their action.  It is like saying "I right a right to be an idiot."  Sure, but is it really a good idea?
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I had a gf that smoked at one time, I gave her the option of me or the weed???  Keeping in mind that it is illegal and if you get pulled over or police come over and find it.  Even though it is his you are going down with him and going to Jail.  Might be hard give him the option but will show alot of character on his part.
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I'm no expert, but someone might have slaughtered a whale on you land and meant to write "marine whale oil". Watch your step. I don't know if you use slabs or what in your area, but it is safe to dig I would think. Let us know if there be whales there!
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It's only illegal if you get caught. \nHaaaaha.
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Yes it is possible\nWhat you need to do is build your own island, and declare it a new country. Then you can have your own laws -- even the ones that will let you eat watermelon.\n\nHowever there is always a risk that some other country will invade your island and annex it.\n\nsee:\nhttp://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Principality_of_Minerva
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It is possible to own mineral rights without owning the land. As a royalty owner myself, I caution you to be careful about signing any documents or bank drafts that may be offered to you without having the matter reviewed by an Oklahoma attorney specializing in mineral rights. In my case I knew the history of my inheritance but the fine print in the first draft would have actually taken away my ownership after one year. There have been some scams running also in recent years in Oklahoma and Texas, so it is best to make certain that the proposal is completely above board.