Needed: a Ban on Unsolicited Toe-Licking?

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The forum discussion centers around a proposed law in Amsterdam aimed at banning unsolicited toe-licking, sparked by incidents involving a known offender in Rotterdam. Participants express mixed feelings about the necessity and effectiveness of such a law, with some arguing that existing laws on sexual harassment should suffice. The conversation highlights cultural attitudes towards personal space and consent, particularly in the context of the Netherlands' liberal reputation. Overall, the discussion reveals a blend of humor and serious concern regarding personal boundaries and legal responses to bizarre behaviors.

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  • #31
I'm guessing that this man does this as a sort of kinky turn-on. In which case, it should be considered a form of sexual assault. He could certainly be arrested if he came up without being asked and licked someones privates, right? :eek:
 
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  • #32
They should at least be able to prosecute him for harassment. Banning something as specific as licking toes seems stupid. What if he starts licking their heels after that?
 
  • #33
Artman said:
I'm guessing that this man does this as a sort of kinky turn-on. In which case, it should be considered a form of sexual assault. He could certainly be arrested if he came up without being asked and licked someones privates, right? :eek:

Just because it is sexually arousing to him, doesn't mean he can be put away for sexual assault. It is the victim that must feel sexually assaulted.

So, maybe I get off on listening to heavy metal real freakin' loud. So, if I blast the windows off my house at 3 am, they neighbours won't be calling the cops with sexual assault on their minds, will they ?
 
  • #34
loseyourname said:
They should at least be able to prosecute him for harassment. Banning something as specific as licking toes seems stupid. What if he starts licking their heels after that?
:smile: you're probably right..
 
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  • #35
Gokul43201 said:
Just because it is sexually arousing to him, doesn't mean he can be put away for sexual assault. It is the victim that must feel sexually assaulted.

Sorry, that's not the definition of sexual assault.

Here's one from the web definitions

http://www.cogsci.princeton.edu/cgi-bin/webwn?stage=1&word=sexual+assault

...a statutory offense that provides that it is a crime to knowingly cause another person to engage in an unwanted sexual act by force or threat...

If it is a sexual act and it is unwanted, and he is forcing it upon them, he is sexually assaulting them.
 
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  • #36
Well, it does not go on to define 'sexual act', does it ?

I guess I was only objecting because of your use of the word 'privates'...which I'm not sure extends to toes.

I'm not rooting for the guy. Peace !
 
  • #37
Gokul43201 said:
Well, it does not go on to define 'sexual act', does it ?

You're right. I think that's why they can't apply an existing law. It just doesn't quite fit.

It really doesn't seem to do any terrible harm to the victim. It's just weird.

Gokul43201 said:
Peace !

To you as well. :smile:
 
  • #38
Some people, eg. lawyers, must have sexual organs in weird places such as their feet. Proof that they arent human. :smile:
 
  • #39
Well, you know that elephants have their sexual organs on their feet... 'cause if an elephant steps on you, you're f@(*ed !
 
  • #40
Gokul43201 said:
Well, you know that elephants have their sexual organs on their feet... 'cause if an elephant steps on you, you're f@(*ed !
:smile: :biggrin: Oh gosh what if one stepped on this guy's tongue
 

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