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Japan Supreme Court declares sterilization requirement for legal recognition of transgender people unconstitutional

JURIST

The Supreme Court of Japan ruled Wednesday that a law requiring transgender people to be sterilized in order to legally change their gender was unconstitutional. Previously, since its introduction in 2004, the law governing how to legally change your gender in Japan was constructed of many steps.

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ECJ declares the mandatory inclusion of fingerprints on ID cards legal under EU law

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The European Court of Justice (ECJ) ruled on Thursday that the mandatory inclusion of fingerprints on identity cards is in contravention of the fundamental rights of respect for private life and the protection of personal data.

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UK High Court hears legal challenges to recently enacted Northern Ireland Troubles Bill 

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The UK High Court began hearing on Wednesday 16 legal challenges, filed mostly by victims’ families, against the recently enacted Northern Ireland (Troubles & Reconciliation) Act. JURIST spoke to one of the victims’ legal representatives, Gavin Booth, on Wednesday.

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South Carolina governor signs bill legalizing permitless concealed carry of firearms

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The so-called “constitutional carry” bill allows individuals who are 18 and above and legally able to own a firearm to carry that firearm either openly or concealed. 16 other states currently allow legal carry through reciprocity agreements with South Carolina without any other restrictions. .”

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US Supreme Court to hear arguments on legality of banning encampments on public land

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The US Supreme Court announced Friday that it has granted certiorari in the case City of Grants Pass, Oregon v. In 2020, the US District Court for the District of Oregon Medford Division ruled in favor of the plaintiffs, stating that the current language of the municipal code violated the 8th Amendment. City of Boise.

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Alabama Senate and House pass bills safeguarding IVF clinics from legal repercussions

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The Alabama House passed a bill and the state Senate unanimously passed another on Thursday that would safeguard access to in-vitro fertilization (IVF) following the Alabama Supreme Court decision in LePage v. Additionally, it also prompted individuals to consider moving their frozen embryos out of Alabama to avoid legal complexities.

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Dangers of Digital "Reporting": Legal Risks and Unreliable Transcripts

In the world of legal proceedings, the choice between a certified stenographer and digital "reporting" holds significant implications. Their expertise ensures a reliable record, a crucial foundation for legal cases. Download this guide to learn the serious dangers of digital reporting and how to spot a certified reporter.