Business Insights Jul 3, 2024
Sleeping outdoors now a crime
In a pivotal decision, the Supreme Court sided with an Oregon city on Friday (June 28), affirming its right to fine and penalize homeless individuals for sleeping outdoors. This ruling dismisses claims that such “anti-camping” laws violate the Eighth Amendment’s prohibition of “cruel and unusual” punishment. Justice Neil Gorsuch, writing for the 6-3 conservative majority, […]
By Gemma Iso