The Case
What did the ruling of the Meyer v state of Nebraska protect?
It protected ethnic minority, on the reasoning of protecting unenumerated, noneconomic constitutional rights.
Who was the person working for equal rights?
Robert Meyer
When was the Case argued?
February 23, 1923
What key law was involved in the Case?
Or
What part of the Constitution was involved in the Case?
Nebraska violated the liberty protected by Due Process Clause at the 14th amendment.
Random Facts:
What language did Robert Meyer try to teach?
German
When was the Case decided
June 4, 1923
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What was the case called?
Meyer v. State of Nebraska
Random Facts:
At what school did Robert Meyer teach at?
Zion Parochial School
How many years ago was the Meyer v. State of Nebraska case from this year?
99 years ago (1923)
What was the ruling of the case?
The Court declared the Nebraska law unconstitutional, reasoning it violated the liberty protected by Due Process Clause of the 14th amendment. The Court explained, means more freedom from bodily restraint. It also includes the right of a teacher to teach German to a student, and the right of the parents to control the upbringing of their child as they see fit.
How was Robert Meyer mistreated?
Nebraska law banned teaching of foreign languages to school children. Meyer was charged with violating the state law by teaching German to a student.
When was the first court case heard at the Supreme Court?
August 3, 1791
How did the Case get to the Supreme Court?
Nebraska arrested/detained Meyer when he didn't cooperate with them. The Supreme Court then stepped in.
Random Facts:
What was Robert Meyer's job?
A teacher.
Who's case was the first to be heard at the Supreme Court?
West v. Barnes