A black man who hasn't a clue of how the law works.
A black man who hasn't a clue of how the law works.
Affirmative Action brought us many a politician who didn't know how to walk and chew gum at the same time. Take AG Ellison.
Claimed that no laws were broken when the insurrectionists stormed a church. Let's see what I found.
Based on the reporting, these are the specific Minnesota laws that could apply to the protest inside Cities Church:
1. Disorderly Conduct (Minn. Stat. § 609.72)
- Disturbs an assembly
- Causes alarm, anger, or resentment
- Involves noisy, boisterous, or offensive conduct
A coordinated disruption inside a worship service fits the statute.
2. Interference With Religious Worship (Minn. Stat. § 609.505 or § 609.74‑75 equivalents)
Minnesota has laws prohibiting:
- Intentional disturbance of a lawful assembly
- Interference with religious worship
The SAN report notes that state laws prohibit threats, violence, or physical attempts to stop people from worshipping, though peaceful protest outside is protected.If protesters:
- Entered the sanctuary
- Blocked aisles
- Approached congregants
- Created fear or intimidation
…that can qualify as unlawful interference.
3. Trespass (Minn. Stat. § 609.605)
If protesters entered the building without permission or refused to leave when asked, that is criminal trespass.Church officials said protesters “accosted congregants” and created an intimidating atmosphere, which strengthens a trespass case.
And I'll not go into the Federal laws that were broken.