LEHMAN v. CITY OF SHAKER HEIGHTS et al.
Supreme Court Cases
418 U.S. 298 (1974)
Case Overview
Legal Principle at Issue
Whether a city-owned placard on the side of a city bus, which has been opened for commericial advertising use but not political advertising, is a public forum.
Action
Affirmed (includes modified). Petitioning party did not receive a favorable disposition.
Advocated for Respondent
- Paul R. Donaldson View all cases
Advocated for Petitioner
- Leonard J. Schwartz View all cases
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