A truck drives through a residential neighborhood at 10 pm.The truck has a loudspeaker and a recording is blaring a two-for-one special for a local pizza delivery service.Several residents call the police and complain about the noise.A police officer would correctly tell the residents that nothing can be done because the announcement is protected by the First Amendment.

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The First Amendment protects freedom of speech, but it is not an absolute right. The government can regulate certain types of speech, including noise ordinances that limit noise levels during certain hours in residential areas. Therefore, the police could potentially ask the truck to turn off the loudspeaker or move to a different location to avoid disturbing the peace.

A Truck Drives Through a Residential Neighborhood at 10 Pm