Torcaso v. Watkins
Holding
Requirement of mandatory oath affirming belief in God as a prerequisite for holding public office is unconstitutional.
Citation
367 U.S. 488
Year
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Library of Congress Link
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
Torcaso v. Watkins, 162 A.2d 438 (Md. 1960), rev'd, 367 U.S. 488 (1961)