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Bates v. Pakseresht

ADF attorneys represent mother prevented by the state from adopting because of her faith

Jessica Bates, at home in Malheur County, Oregon

Summary

Oregon Department of Human Services (ODHS) denied single mother Jessica Bates’ application to become certified to adopt children from foster care because of her religious beliefs.

Case Documents

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Date
Trial Court
11/14/2023
Trial Court
4/18/2023
Trial Court
4/2/2023

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Jonathan Scruggs
Jonathan Scruggs
Senior Counsel, Vice President of Litigation Strategy & Center for Conscience Initiatives
Jonathan Scruggs serves as senior counsel and vice president of litigation strategy and the Center for Conscience Initiatives with Alliance Defending Freedom.
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Johannes Widmalm-Delphonse
Johannes Widmalm-Delphonse
Legal Counsel
Johannes Widmalm-Delphonse serves as legal counsel with Alliance Defending Freedom, where he is a member of the Center for Conscience Initiatives.