May 14, 1842

Nauvoo, Illinois

Nauvoo City Ordinances: Prohibited brothels within the city of Nauvoo and declared them public nuisances, imposing a penalty from $500 to $50,000 on those keeping them. Made all adultery and fornication "which can be proved" punishable by six month prison and fines in the same amounts. "The individual's own acknowledgment shall be considered sufficient evidence." Joseph Smith spoke strongly in favor of this ordinance. Also repealed previous ordinances in relation to hawkers, peddlers, public shows, exhibitions, auctions, taverns, ordinaries, stores and groceries."