Better mow your lawn. If you don't, your town government may fine you thousands of dollars a day. Worse, if you can't pay the ...

Across the country, politicians often impose heavy fines for minor transgressions — abusing our constitutional rights.

Fortunately, Ficken discovered the libertarian law firm, the Institute for Justice, which fights government abuse. IJ lawyer ...

Most homeowners cutting front- and backyards will get plenty of grass-cutting power from a battery-powered mower.

I call a $30,000 penalty for not cutting your lawn absurdly excessive. IJ attorney Bargil told local news stations, "If $30,000 for tall grass in Florida is not excessive, it is hard to imagine ...

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If you don't mow your lawn, your government may fine you thousands of dollars a day. If you can't pay the fine, they may confiscate your home.