Citation:

268 US 510 (1925)

Link:

https://www.gi-escr.org/s/Caselaw-education-Pierce-v-Society-of-Sisters-of-the-Holy-Names-of-Jesus-and-Mary.pdf

Summary:

The court determined that legislation proposed by the state to compel all children to attend public schools would interfer with the liberty of parents and guardians to choose a school for their children.

Abidjan Principles:

Overarching Principle 3, Guiding Principle 47, Guiding Principle 48, Guiding Principle 53

Country:

United States of America

Court:

Supreme Court of the United States