Keeping psychics honest: only in San Fran, part XXIX.(Citings) From: Reason | Date: November 1, 2003| Author: Welch, Matt | COPYRIGHT 2003 Reason Foundation. This material is published under license from the publisher through the Gale Group, Farmington Hills, Michigan.  All inquiries regarding rights should be directed to the Gale Group.Copyright information

TIME WAS, A self-respecting augur or necromancer could ply her trade in San Francisco without the long arm of the nanny state reaching into her pocket for money and the right paperwork. NO more.

As of August 1, fortunetellers of all stripes (including but not limited to crystal gazers, cartomancers, and interpreters of coffee grounds) are required to obtain a $357 license from the city, post their prices prominently, and issue receipts. The licensing requirements include...