United States v. Seeger
Issue
Holding
Section 6(j) of Selective Service Act should be construed broadly, such that claimants may qualify for conscientious objector status if their belief is “sincere and meaningful” and occupies in their life “a place parallel to that filled by the God of those admittedly qualifying for the exemption.”
Citation
380 U.S. 163
Year
Ratio
Library of Congress Link
Religious Tradition Involved
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. Seeger, 326 F.2d 846 (2d Cir. 1964), aff'd, 380 U.S. 163 (1965)