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Loitering

Physical presence in the same general area for no apparent reason.  Criminal statutes against loitering are often used to address gang-related activity and maintain a sense of safety on previously dangerous streets.

Definition from Nolo’s Plain-English Law Dictionary

A crime best understood as just hanging out.

Definition provided by Nolo’s Plain-English Law Dictionary.

August 19, 2010, 5:19 pm