Welcome to the SLU Law Journal Online! Here, we publish short pieces by students that provide insight and unique perspectives on the hottest legal issues currently facing our community, our nation, and our world. Please check back often as there is always new content being published.
-
The Every Student Succeeds Act and Its Impact on Music Education
Laura Jarasek
In this article, Laura Jarasek discusses the Every Student Succeeds Act, its impact on music education and the importance of advocating for the arts.
-
The Constitutionality of PASPA
Kate Main
Kate Main discusses the Supreme Court's upcoming decision on the Professional and Amateur Sports Protection Act (PASPA).
-
Is a Change in Admissibility the Answer? Mo. Art. I § 18(c)
Edward Radetic
In this article, Edward Radetic discusses a change in the Missouri Constitution that allows for the presentation of propensity character evidence at trial, for those accused of child sex crimes.
-
Missouri’s New Expert Witness Statute
Maggie Hummel
In this article, Maggie Hummel discusses the impact of Missouri's new expert witness statute.
-
The Cost of Body Cameras for St. Louis Police and Citizens
Courtney Lindbeck
In this article, Courtney A. Lindbeck examines the possibility that the entire St. Louis police force may be required to wear body cameras, as well as the potential economic costs of such a policy.
-
Gill v. Whitford and Its Potential Effects on Gerrymandering
Samantha Koldenhoven
In this article, Samantha Koldenhoven analyzes the potential impact of the Supreme Court’s ruling in Gill v. Whitford, and its possible effects on political redistricting and gerrymandering.
-
Major Changes to the Missouri Human Rights Act
Lauren Herbig
In this article, Lauren Herbig discusses the potential ramifications of the amended Missouri Human Rights Act and how its implementation could affect discrimination suits in Missouri.