Sicurella v. United States
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Issue
Holding
Willingness to fight in “theocratic” wars does not disqualify a Jehovah’s Witness who would otherwise qualify for exemption as a conscientious objector.
Citation
348 U.S. 385
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Religious Tradition Involved
State/Territory of Origin
Clause (Free Exercise / Establishment / Both / Other)
Does it involve religious institution(s) or individual(s)
Local / State / Federal Legislation
Uphold / Overturn Penultimate Court
Penultimate court of appeals
Penultimate court opinion citation
U.S. v. Sicurella, 213 F.2d 911 (7th Cir. 1954), rev'd, 348 U.S. 385 (1955)