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Grenada enforcing ban on off-beach bathing suits

Last Updated: Sunday, January 11, 2009 | 12:02 PM ET

CBC News

Tourists planning a winter vacation on the Caribbean island of Grenada should be aware that there are new laws on what people can wear in areas away from the beach.

Authorities are enforcing a recently passed indecent exposure law that bans bathing suits in non-beach areas as well as saggy pants that reveal underwear.

Violators will usually be told to cover up, says police commissioner James Clarkson. Failure to do so could results in a $270 fine or six months in jail.

At least a few locals are already contesting fines.

With files from the Associated Press

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