Sarah Kessler

Through ballot measures, voters expressed policy preferences on issues including abortion, drug legalization, and same-sex marriage.

Issues on the dockets relate to the many ancillary consequences that can stem from criminal charges.

The ruling denies the Republican National Committee’s appeal arguing that Pennsylvanians should not have a second chance to vote if their mail-in ballots are disqualified because they made a mistake

State courts have the final word on state law, but when federal law is involved, it can be complicated. 

Issues on the dockets include mail-in voting, line-item vetoes, and life-without-parole sentences.

Issues on the dockets include climate change, redistricting, and lawsuits by victims of child sexual abuse.

Issues on the dockets include early voting, rules for poll watchers, discretionary sentencing, and a climate change trial brought by young plaintiffs.

Issues on the dockets include voting restrictions, gun regulations, and free speech rights.

Issues on the dockets include voting rights, abortion rights, and separation of powers.

A recent decision could have a significant impact on how, and how fast, federal money is used to help people in the state.

An unusual state court procedure allows the attorney general to undo trial court rulings just by filing an appeal.