It is illegal to flirt, ogle, or otherwise attract the attention of the opposite sex on city streets.
City: Martinsburg
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Added: 2026/3/18
The Law
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 & Citation
Code/Statute: Martinsburg City Code § 509.08
Public Morals
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