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Grenada enforcing ban on off-beach bathing suits

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ST. GEORGE’S, Grenada (AP) -- Bikini- and Speedo-clad touristsbeware.

The Caribbean island of Grenada says it recently began enforcingan indecent exposure law banning bathing suits away from the beach,as well as saggy pants that reveal the underwear.

Police commissioner James Clarkson says violators are usuallyjust ordered to cover up. But the law allows for a $270 fine or sixmonths in jail.

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At least a few locals are contesting fines.

Clarkson said Friday that cruise ships usually inform passengersof proper non-beach attire, but “from time to time, there is theone or two who take their chances.”

He said a few months ago police ordered several tourists wearingswimwear at a fort to return to their cruise ship and put on someclothes.

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