Doe v. Reed: Difference between revisions
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The Secretary of State of Washington is the deciding official for the validity of a referendum. | The Secretary of State of Washington is the deciding official for the validity of a referendum. | ||
Opponents of marriage equality sought the names of petitioners for same-sex marriage benefits under the Washington Public Records Act (PRA). | |||
|issues=Does compelled disclosure of names and addresses of petitioners violate the '''Petition Clause''' of the [[1st Amendment]]? | |issues=Does compelled disclosure of names and addresses of petitioners violate the '''Petition Clause''' of the [[1st Amendment]]? | ||
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| Doe v. Reed | |
| Court | Supreme Court of the United States |
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| Date decided | June 24, 2010 |
Facts
In the state of Washington, citizens can challenge laws through the process of referendums. A petition is a prerequisite for a referendum. The petition must be include the names, addresses, and signatures of 4% of the state voters to meet the threshold for a referendum.
The Secretary of State of Washington is the deciding official for the validity of a referendum.
Opponents of marriage equality sought the names of petitioners for same-sex marriage benefits under the Washington Public Records Act (PRA).Issues
Does compelled disclosure of names and addresses of petitioners violate the Petition Clause of the 1st Amendment?
