Cruz v. Beto
Text
Issue
Holding
Buddhist prisoner must be given “reasonable opportunity” to free exercise of religion.
Citation
405 U.S. 319
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
Cruz v. Beto, 445 F.2d 801 (5th Cir. 1971), vacated, 405 U.S. 319 (1972)