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

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."

Calif. Supreme Court to take up gay marriage ban

Associated Press

Mon Nov 17

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