Ocean City Says Women Going Topless On Beach Is 'Unpalatable'
OCEAN CITY, Md. (WJZ) — It's the ongoing debate to ban women from baring all in Ocean City.
A nearly two-year battle, started by a Maryland woman who is an advocate for "top freedom".
Prompting the resort town to pass an emergency ordinance last June.
"We will not allow women to go topless on our beach or any public property within the city limits of Ocean City." Ocean City Mayor Rick Meehan said.
An ordinance now being challenged in federal court.
"Why is it necessary to pass an emergency ordinance to say a female has to be covered up?" Plaintiffs lawyer Devon Jacob said.
Ocean City recently filed their response, arguing there is no constitutional right for an individual to appear in public nude or in a state of nudity.
"The city's interest is of course in preserving and protecting the character of Ocean City, the moral sensibilities of its residents and visitors." Bruce Bright, Ocean City attorney, said.
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