Transcript: Laser Pointer Ban

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December 23, 1998
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Experts say one of this year's most popular Christmas stocking stuffers can be dangerous. According to doctors, laser pointers are powerful enough to cause vision problems and accidents.

This week, New York City joined a growing list of communities that have banned laser pointers or restricted their sale. NPR's Adam Hochberg reports.

ADAM HOCHBERG, NPR REPORTER: Until a few years ago, pocket-size laser pointers were expensive tools for college professors or business executives who used them during lectures or presentations. But ...

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