Law Humor

Busted For Hugging?

By John Mesirow

Did I mention that the Iowa City, Iowa man hugged a cop? Oops. Here's the story, as reported by the AP.

Hugs aren't getting any kisses from the law in Iowa City. Luke Schreder is now charged with assault on a peace officer, for hugging a policeman. Authorities say the drunken 21-year-old was told to get away, when Schreder said an officer looked like he needed a hug. Officers say Schreder didn't take the hint and embraced the officer. That's when the long arm of the law put the cuffs on the alleged hugger.

Full post as published by Legal Juice on October 04, 2008 (boomark / email).