Firearms, fireworks, speeches, and objectionable language in the Supreme Court Building and grounds
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Title
40 — Public Buildings, Property, and Works
Chapter
STII/PTC/CH61
Release
119-84
Release Date
2026-04-17
Section Text
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It is unlawful to discharge a firearm, firework or explosive, set fire to a combustible, make a harangue or oration, or utter loud, threatening, or abusive language in the Supreme Court Building or grounds.
(Pub. L. 107–217, Aug. 21, 2002, 116 Stat. 1183.)
Historical and Revision Notes
RevisedSectionSource (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)
613440:13j.Aug. 18, 1949, ch. 479, § 5, 63 Stat. 617.
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