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If a regulation of speech is found to be overbroad, but judged in relation to its plainly legitimate sweep it does not prohibit a substantial amount of protected speech, may it be enforced?

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Answer: A. Yes, but only against persons engaging in activities that are not constitutionally protected

Step-by-step explanation:

Here are the options to the question

a.Yes, but only against persons engaging in activities that are not constitutionally protected

B Yes, against anyone because it does not prohibit a substantial amount of unprotected speech

C No, because it is unconstitutional

D No, because it is overbroad, but judged in relation to its plainly legitimate sweep

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