Preceding this should be a note I forwarded to the FML from Pat's friend Jim. I can't post the entire article due to copyright laws, but I will send the article to anyone who requests it. The title reads: Ferret Activist Gets 45 Days in the Hole Tells Judge He Prefers Jail to Home Pet Inspections Feb. 8, 2000 By Randy Dotinga It has been a sad, frustrating week for CA ferret owners, especially those in the San Diego area. While not everyone may agree with Pat's methods, he has been dealt some nasty turns as he tries to get ferrets legalized. On this case alone, he ran across a judge who would not let the issue of domestic vs. wild/illegal be heard. Those of you who want to help in anyway feel free to contact me. We need to gather the forces and let the public know what one incredibly stupid law is doing to people. Chris K. Ferrets Anonymous Lost/Found Coordinator Ferrets Anonymous San Diego East County Chair [log in to unmask] 619-440-8823 [Posted in FML issue 2957]