Clay v. United States
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Issue
Holding
Reversed conviction of black Muslim for refusing induction notice when the government conceded pacifism based on religious belief and sincerity.
Citation
403 U.S. 698
Year
Ratio
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
U.S. v. Clay, 430 F.2d 165 (5th Cir. 1970), rev'd, 403 U.S. 698 (1971)