MAN LAWAUTHORITY
FILED MAN LAW RULING · ML-2026-633615

The Casual Hand-Holding Attempt

MLC § 8.03 · The Handshake Completion Rule

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THE COURT FOUNDNO VIOLATION8/18/2026
RESPONSIBLE PARTY
NO RESPONSIBLE PARTY
CONFIDENCE
97%

FACTS CONSIDERED

One male friend tried to hold another male friend’s hand casually.

RULING

NO VIOLATION. Under The Handshake Completion Rule by analogy, willing hand contact is allowed. Friendship is not contraband. Case closed.

REMEDY

No penalty. Either accept the hand or decline it clearly—no awkward half-grip.

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