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What does the law say about giving the middle finger to police in Texas? What to know

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In Texas, flipping the bird is legal as long as it doesn't violate disorderly conduct laws.

In 2012, Lance Brown filed an action against Shawn Wilson, an officer in Williamson County, for alleged violations of his civil liberties during a traffic stop.

Brown received a citation from Deputy Wilson for Texas rderly conduct as a result.

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