Castle Rock v. Gonzales (2005)

Does a court-issued restraining order create a property interest which is protected by the Due Process Clause? This case summary shows how the Supreme Court answered that question in 2005.

Chavez v. Martinez (2003)

Is a suspect’s right against self-incrimination and to due process violated if he is subjected to coercive questioning while in custody, even if his statements were never used against him? This case summary shows how the Supreme Court answered that question in 2003.

Chicago v. Morales (1999)

Does a Chicago ordinance issued to lower the amount of gang activity through arrests of loiterers violate the Due Process Clause? This case summary shows how the Supreme Court answered that question in 1999.

Christian Legal Society v. Martinez (2010)

Did a university’s denial of recognition to a student group that violates the school’s nondiscrimination policy infringe the students’ rights? This case summary shows how the Supreme Court answered that question in 2010.

D.C. v. Heller (2008)

Do D.C. provisions violate the rights of private citizens who wish to keep handguns and other firearms for private use? This case summary shows how the Supreme Court answered that question in 2008.

Davis v. Monroe (1999)

Can a school board be held responsible under Title IX for “student-on-student” harassment? This case summary shows how the Supreme Court answered that question in 1999.