Worried That a Scene in 'South Park' Breaks the Law in Mexico, Airing in Mexico is Being Delayed While Govt. Permission is Sought AP

MTV canceled the airing, this past Monday, Feb. 8th –in Mexico only--of an episode in which a caricature of Mexican President Felipe Calderon appears in front of a Mexican flag, the Associated Press reports.

The network said it hasn’t gotten government permission to show the episode, noting that there is a law stating that the flag must be handled with respect. Interior Ministry spokesman Luis Estrada said the government hasn't received a request from MTV for permission to air it.

The fine for violating the law is 52,590 peso ($4,900).

--Elizabeth Jensen