Comment Re:Yes, but the real problem is being ignored. (Score 1) 461
Assuming that a stripper will engage in drug use or prostitution is a violation of one of the fundamental principles of American law, "Innocent until proven guilty." And don't give me any bullshit about "It's only a correlation, we're not actually assuming they'll misbehave", because the state assumes misbehavior. If the state actually takes any action based on the simple act of being a stripper, it will quickly become harassment.
It's none of the state's damn business. any more than sugary carbonated beverages or nose-picking.
Isn't that a bit like saying placing a meter in a taxi violates "innocent until proven guilty"?
It is a screening or preventive measure, not an assumption of guilt.
That said, I think this one is stupid. Even if the goal is just to stop underage girls from stripping.