Modernizing State Constitutions Helps Judges Do Their Jobs
A recent Montana state court decision reveals the interpretative clarity afforded by state constitutions that undergo regular and transparent revision.
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Campaign Cash and Judicial Outcomes
A new book offers empirical evidence that reelection pressures influence judicial decision-making. -
In Maine, a ‘Second Amendment for Food’?
A case challenging a Sunday hunting ban will help define the scope of a new constitutional amendment. -
Expanding Local Voter Power in Georgia
Georgia Supreme Court allows voters to repeal and amend county ordinances. -
The Neglected State Constitutional Protections Against Extreme Punishments
Two new law review articles explore the origins of antipunishment clauses in Pennsylvania and North Carolina. -
Challenging Anti-Trans Legislation Under State Constitutions
Though advocates have found early success in federal courts, they may find even more effective ways to protect LGBTQ+ rights through state courts. -
When Do State Courts Depart from Federal Precedents?
State courts have varying and sometimes unclear rules for interpreting their constitutions independently. -
How Do State Constitutions Evolve?
The Washington Supreme Court’s changing interpretation of its state “Privileges or Immunities” Clause shows how state courts can diverge from federal precedent over time. -
Iowa Supreme Court Reverses Itself on Lawsuits for Constitutional Rights Violations
Overturning a recent precedent, the court ruled that Iowans have no right to sue for money damages when government officials violate their rights. -
Gender Equality Under State Constitutions
A new Center for Reproductive Rights resource details sex discrimination claims under state constitutions.
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