Relationships Martinsburg, West Virginia

It is illegal to flirt, ogle, or otherwise attract the attention of the opposite sex on city streets.

Status: Historical / Repealed

The Law Explained

A remnant of strict puritanical modesty standards, this municipal ordinance sought to curb 'lewd' behavior and keep the town's youth respectable. A prolonged wink or suggestive nod could technically land a person in trouble with the local authorities.

📚 Source / Legal Code

Official Code Citation: Martinsburg City Code § 509.08

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