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Condemned to Break the Law

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: Homelessness is a widespread issue that impacts the lives of thousands and motivates the actions of various governmental entities. In “Condemned to Break the Law: The Legality and Fairness of Anti-Camping Laws in Response to the Homelessness Crisis,” I argue that governments have an obligation to make laws that can be reasonably followed. The analysis of obligation incorporates concepts of penological purpose and the capacity to follow the law. These philosophical measurements are applied to the Supreme Court’s decision to permit anti-camping laws in Grants Pass v. Johnson 603 US ___ (2024) to situate these concepts in a real-world context.

Source: Stance An International Undergraduate Philosophy Journal

DOI: 10.33043/vswscnca

Author: Genevieve Morea

Language: English

Topic: Homelessness and Social Issues

Subfield: General Health Professions

Field: Health Professions

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Peace, justice, and strong institutions

Open Access status: hybrid

OpenAlex ID: W4409426053

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