texas vs. johnson
Background
Greg Lee Johnson burned an American flag at City Hall to protest Regan's polices. He was convicted of flag desecration and was senteced 1 year in jail and a $2000 fine. His conviction was reversed so this case was sent to supreme court.
Constitutional Question
Was burning the flag protected under the 1st Amendment as freedom of speech?
Lasting Effect
They voted in favor of Johnson saying that it was a form of speech. If people take offense to it does not mean it is not protected by the 1st Amendment.
Greg Lee Johnson burned an American flag at City Hall to protest Regan's polices. He was convicted of flag desecration and was senteced 1 year in jail and a $2000 fine. His conviction was reversed so this case was sent to supreme court.
Constitutional Question
Was burning the flag protected under the 1st Amendment as freedom of speech?
Lasting Effect
They voted in favor of Johnson saying that it was a form of speech. If people take offense to it does not mean it is not protected by the 1st Amendment.