They go to the park, take off their clothes and lie in the sun.  Can you sunbathe in public places?

They go to the park, take off their clothes and lie in the sun. Can you sunbathe in public places?

High temperatures and the sun outside the window mean that we often spend time outside the home. Many people go to the water to cool down and get a little tan. Some people do not have this opportunity, so they choose parks as their destination. Is sunbathing allowed on their premises?

Parks are spaces appreciated in cities where, without much planning for a trip or a long commute, you can spend time among greenery and trees. Many of them also have cafes and areas with attractions, both for children (swings, slides) and other visitors. We are talking about, among others, hammocks and deckchairs, which we can see more and more often. In the summer they are visited by many people. Some of them decide to sunbathe. Is this behavior allowed?

Can you sunbathe in the park? First, pay attention to the regulations

The issue of sunbathing in public places other than has always aroused extreme emotions. There is no shortage of both supporters and absolute opponents of such behavior. However, if you’re at the park and want to soak up some sun before shedding your frills and stretching out on a towel in your swimsuit, it is worth familiarizing yourself with the regulations of a given areabecause sometimes you will find clear rules regarding behavior during your visit.

Can you sunbathe in a public place? The matter is not obvious

As for legal issues, in the event of a summons, they must approach each situation individually, as they only have Article 140 of the Petty Offenses Code at their disposal. We can read in it that people who commit indecent behavior in public are subject to:

  • penalty of arrest,
  • restrictions on freedom,
  • fines up to PLN 1,500,
  • or be punished with a reprimand.

Can you sunbathe in the park? Can you sunbathe in the park? Photo Tomasz Waszczuk / Agencja Wyborcza.pl

Usually, however, yes Indecent behavior is considered to be much more scandalous situations, such as parading completely naked. However, we should bear in mind that if our sunbathing in the park disturbs someone or causes the previously mentioned scandal,We will have to face the consequences. It is worth noting that the issue of appearing in a swimsuit or, in the case of men, even without a shirt in places other than swimming pools and beaches raises a lot of conflicting emotions and sometimes even controversy in Poland. – I don’t like it, that’s what beaches and designated places are for – said one of the opponents of such behavior when asked by Klaudia Kolasa in a street poll. – If it is done discreetly, it can be done in a public place – admitted the second one. You can read more opinions. If you feel like it, vote in our poll below.

Source: Gazeta

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