By — Associated Press Associated Press Leave your feedback Share Copy URL https://www.pbs.org/newshour/politics/tour-guides-win-appeals-court-ruling-d-c Email Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Pinterest Tumblr Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Tour guides win appeals court ruling against D.C. Politics Jun 27, 2014 12:05 PM EDT WASHINGTON — A federal appeals court has ruled in favor of tour guides in the nation’s capital who challenged city rules that require guides to pay the government $200 and to pass a 100-question multiple-choice exam. In Washington, operating as a paid, unlicensed tour guide is punishable by up to 90 days in jail and a $300 fine. According to the city, the licensing requirement ensures that prospective guides are who they say they are and have at least a minimal grasp of the city’s history and geography. In a 3-0 decision, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit said the city failed to present any evidence the problems it sought to stop actually exist. We're not going anywhere. Stand up for truly independent, trusted news that you can count on! Donate now By — Associated Press Associated Press
WASHINGTON — A federal appeals court has ruled in favor of tour guides in the nation’s capital who challenged city rules that require guides to pay the government $200 and to pass a 100-question multiple-choice exam. In Washington, operating as a paid, unlicensed tour guide is punishable by up to 90 days in jail and a $300 fine. According to the city, the licensing requirement ensures that prospective guides are who they say they are and have at least a minimal grasp of the city’s history and geography. In a 3-0 decision, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit said the city failed to present any evidence the problems it sought to stop actually exist. We're not going anywhere. Stand up for truly independent, trusted news that you can count on! Donate now