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Alabama Bans Sex Toys, But Okay with Guns

— February 25, 2007 — Naughty
It's okay to own guns in Alabama, but the state is not okay with sex toys. A three-judge panel unanimously upheld the statute in the 11th Circuit Court of Appeals.

Implications - As the statute states, it is "unlawful for any person to knowingly distribute any obscene material or any device designed or marketed as useful primarily for the stimulation of human organs." Since 1998, the suit seeking to repeal this statute has been brought before the 11th Circuit three separate times. Although each attempt has been successful, the Alabama chapter of the ACLU expects to continue trying the case on behalf of the plaintiffs they represent. Needless to say it is definitely a very stimulating case.
Trend Themes
1. Sex Toy Ban - The ban on sex toys in Alabama creates opportunity for designers and innovators to create non-obscene adult toys that comply with the law.
2. Obscenity Laws - The continuation of the lawsuit seeking to repeal the Alabama obscenity law presents an opportunity for legal professionals to challenge the constitutionality of this law.
3. Taboo Shifting - The contrasting views on guns and sex toys in Alabama reflects a larger cultural shift in taboo subjects and presents opportunities for businesses to offer new products and services catering to evolving societal taboos.
Industry Implications
1. Sex Toy Industry - With the continued ban on sex toys in Alabama, there is an opportunity for the sex toy industry to create new, innovative products that comply with the law and fulfill the needs of consumers.
2. Legal Services Industry - The ongoing lawsuit seeking to repeal the Alabama obscenity law creates opportunities for legal professionals to offer services to businesses and individuals who may want to challenge the constitutionality of similar laws in other states.
3. Cultural and Social Industry - As societal taboos continue to shift, there are opportunities for businesses in various industries, such as marketing and advertisement, to offer services that cater to these evolving societal taboos.
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