Summary

Marcy Rheintgen, a 20-year-old transgender college student, was arrested at the Florida State Capitol after intentionally entering a women’s restroom in protest of the state’s transgender bathroom law.

Civil rights lawyers say it is the first known arrest under such laws in any U.S. state.

Rheintgen faces a misdemeanor trespassing charge and could face up to 60 days in jail.

Florida is one of only two states to criminalize such acts.

  • acargitz@lemmy.ca
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    13 days ago

    I’m sure there are civil engineers out there who can figure this out. Not worth sacrificing anyone’s rights or safety for it.

    • raptir@lemmy.zip
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      13 days ago

      I’m presenting a perfectly valid issue and your answer is to cover your ears and say someone else will figure it out.