MCDANIEL v. PATY et al.
Supreme Court Cases
435 U.S. 618 (1978)
Case Overview
Legal Principle at Issue
Whether a Tennessee constitutional provision barring [m]inister[s] of the Gospel, or priest[s] of any denomination whatever from serving as a delegate violates the Free Exercise Clause.
Action
Reversed and remanded. Petitioning party received a favorable disposition.
Advocated for Respondent
- Kenneth R. Herrell View all cases
Advocated for Petitioner
- Frederic S. Le Clercq View all cases