State Court Oral Arguments to Watch for in April
Issues on the dockets include parental rights under now-defunct same-sex marriage bans, New York City’s emissions caps for big buildings, and more.
Cases, Courts, and Constitutions Across the 50 States
What’s at Stake in the Wisconsin Supreme Court Election
An election for an open seat on Wisconsin’s high court has become the most expensive judicial race in history, highlighting the rising national stakes and increasing politicization of state judicial elections.
Everything You Need to Know About Applying For and Clerking on a State High Court
Sitting state supreme court justices from four states opened up about what they look for in applicants, what clerks do day-to-day, and more.
Louisiana Voters Considering Constitutional Changes that Expand Legislative Power
This week’s ballot asks voters to overhaul the state tax code, give lawmakers more power over creation of courts and juveniles’ punishments, and more.
Gun Rights, Abortion Bans, and the Mysterious “Right to Travel”
The Massachusetts high court rejected a claim that licensing requirements for nonresidents carrying firearms violated the right to travel.
Commentary
Abortion Rights and Transgender Rights Are Intertwined
As federal courts use the rollback of abortion rights to undermine protections for trans people, Montana’s high court has extended rights in both areas.
The Complexity of Lockstepping Post-Bruen
A Kansas court recently refused to follow federal precedent in interpreting the state constitutional right to bear arms.