California Asks Court to Weigh Ban on Gay Marriage - NYTimes.com

News Type: Event — Seeded on Tue Nov 18, 2008 4:49 PM EST

Article Source: The New York Times

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The California attorney general asked the State Supreme Court on Monday to review the constitutionality of Proposition 8, the voter initiative passed two weeks ago that bans same-sex marriage.

The attorney general, Jerry Brown, said in a brief that such a review was necessary to provide closure and clarity on the ballot measure, which has prompted protests across the country and several challenges filed with the court.

"There is significant public interest in prompt resolution of the legality of Proposition 8," Mr. Brown wrote. "This court can provide certainty and finality in this matter."

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Rella

I know this is a divisive issue, but I hope the California Supreme Court will quickly review this case. I, personally, hope that Prop 8 is overturned.

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It will certianly be overturned. However, nothing moves quickly through the courts. My best guess will be spring/summer 2009.

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#1.1 - Tue Nov 18, 2008 10:33 PM EST

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