Read the excerpt from a court of appeals ruling on the Stolen Valor Act.

The Stolen Valor Act is not only unnecessary; it also sets a dangerous precedent. If future acts follow the same principles, the government may forbid speech solely because it is a lie, even if that lie does not create damage.

Based on that opinion, which scenario could be punishable by law?


Ms. Jones turning in Ms. Smith for stealing

Ms. Jones telling her friends that she was president of the United States

Ms. Jones refusing to stand during the singing of the United States’ national anthem.

Ms. Jones arguing with her friend in public