§ 18.2-321. Using X ray, fluoroscope, etc., in the fitting of footwear.
It shall be unlawful for any person to use any X ray, fluoroscope, or other equipment or apparatus employing roentgen rays, in the fitting of shoes or other footwear. This section shall not apply to any licensed physician or surgeon in the practice of his profession. Any person violating the provisions of this section shall be guilty of a Class 3 misdemeanor.
(Code 1950, § 18.1-416; 1960, c. 358; 1975, cc. 14, 15.)
The Brain: I'm sure radiation is dangerous and all, but banning the use of x-rays for sales of shoes only? They could at least also include hat sales...The Heart: Why not make it purses, scarves, and umbrellas too?
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Too bad the language isn't loose enough to prohibit the x-raying of shoes or feet by airport security ;-)
http://www.museumofquackery.com/devices/shoexray.htm
I'm sure it would've been very cool to see how your foot fit in your shoe, but there are a few health considerations...
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