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Mary Ziegler
Mary Ziegler is the Martin Luther King Jr. Professor of Law at the University of California Davis School of Law.
Trends to Watch in State Abortion Litigation
Courts are considering new foundations for abortion rights, while incremental challenges may slowly chip away at Dobbs.
Victims’ Rights Meet State Constitutions
The Maryland Supreme Court is considering appeals in the murder case of Adnan Syed, made famous by the “Serial” podcast.
Maryland Supreme Court Weighs Victims’ Rights in High-Profile Murder Case
Adnan Syed’s appeal raises questions about the scope of Maryland’s protections for victims’ rights.
Mississippi Supreme Court Blocks Part of Law Changing How Jackson Judges Are Selected
The court struck down the creation of new appointed circuit judges while leaving an inferior court intact
Ohio Supreme Court Hears Challenge to Pause of Abortion Ban
As Ohioans prepare to vote on an abortion ballot measure this fall, the state is asking to reinstate a six-week ban that was put on hold by a trial court.
District of Columbia Courts Explained
The Washington, DC, court system shares many similarities with state courts, but with a few important caveats.
The Constitutionality of Stripping Elected Officials of Their Power
Ohio’s legislature passed a law that eliminates most of the state board of education’s powers, potentially violating the Ohio Constitution.
Governor DeSantis vs. Prosecutorial Discretion
Florida is one of several places where prosecutors are being targeted because of their charging decisions.
Democracy and the Colorado Constitution: Success Story or Cautionary Tale?
As public attention shifts from federal to state protections, what can Colorado’s constitutional experiments teach the nation — and what are the challenges facing Coloradans?
