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Chiropractor Charles C. Lemly's 66 arrests paved the way for Texas legalizing chiropractic care | Weird Wild West
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· April 7, 2026
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Key takeaway Lemly, a chiropractor, was arrested 66 times.
A local chiropractor played a significant role in the legalization of chiropractic care in Texas. Charles C. Lemly, a chiropractor, was arrested 66 times.
His numerous arrests ultimately contributed to the state's decision to legalize chiropractic care. Further details about Lemly's story and its impact on Texas law are available from KCEN. For those interested in learning more about this unusual chapter in Texas history, additional information can be found through KCEN's coverage of the Weird Wild West.
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Category: local Published: April 7, 2026 Source: KCEN Reading time: 1 min
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