The Spartanburg County Republican has introduced a bill that would make it a felony to sell devices used primarily for sexual stimulation and allow law enforcement to seize toys from raided businesses. So far, no other lawmakers have agreed to sign on as co-sponsors.

Davenport's bill supposedly is aimed primarily at shutting down X-rated adult bookstores. But using such a wide net seems likely to invite legal challenges.

Owners of so-called "couples-oriented" stores question why they should be targeted. Such stores sell everything from sexy lingerie to risqué novelty gifts to various lotions. We wonder how law enforcement agencies will distinguish between such stores and the Victoria's Secret shops in malls across the state.

South Carolina already prohibits the dissemination and advertisement of obscene materials. If Davenport wants to go after X-rated bookstores, that law should suffice -- if he can demonstrate that the materials actually meet the legal definition of being obscene.

See how complicated it can get? Lawmakers almost always run into trouble when they decide to invade people's private bedrooms.

If couples think they can achieve a more rewarding sex life with the help of such items, what business does Rep. Davenport have spoiling their fun?

While we are at it, doesn't he have something more important to do?