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Wisconsin Supreme Court Will Consider Voting Maps with All Justices Participating
Justice Janet Protasiewicz declined to recuse herself from a challenge to the state’s legislative maps, while Republican legislators may be stepping back from impeachment threats.
A Brief History of Colorado’s Constitution
Colorado’s constitutional history provides an ambivalent promise of human rights and social equality.
The Federalization Dimension in Takings
The U.S. Supreme Court does not always lead and state courts do not always follow.
Administrative Deference in Colorado
The Colorado Supreme Court has declined to adopt the federal courts’ approach to deference.
How Texas Law Lets the State Get Around Injunctions
An unusual state court procedure allows the attorney general to undo trial court rulings just by filing an appeal.
Louisiana Supreme Court Makes It Harder to Reduce Unjust Sentences
Citing the governor’s exclusive pardon power, the court struck down a law providing a new path for post-conviction relief.
Washington Voters Used Their Constitutional Recall Power to Remove School Board Members
The Washington Supreme Court approved the recall effort despite the state constitution’s strict requirements for recalling officials.
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.
