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Bates v. Pakseresht

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Summary

Oregon Department of Human Services denied single mother Jessica Bates’ application to adopt siblings from foster care because of her religious beliefs.

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

Biographies

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Jonathan Scruggs
Jonathan Scruggs
Senior Counsel, Vice President of Litigation Strategy & Center for Conscience Initiatives
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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.