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Zobel v. Williams

Supreme Court of the United States

457 U.S. 55 (1982)

Summary
Procedural History
Judicial Opinion
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A law affording benefits based on residency length violates the Equal Protection Clause if not rationally related to a legitimate state interest.

Relevant Facts

Alaska established a program distributing mineral income dividends among residents, basing amounts on residency length. Zobel, an Alaska resident since 1978, challenged this, arguing it violated the Equal Protection Clause and the Privileges and Immunities Clause.

Issue

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Holding & Reasoning

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Dissent

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December 8, 2023

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Procedural History

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Citations

457 U.S. 55 (1982)

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