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States in General
 Websites presented in alphabetical order "Can We Tape?" A Practical Guide to Taping Phone Calls and In-Person Conversations in the 50 States and D.C. 
 This guide, designed for journalists, offers information such as "Tape-recording laws at a glance"; a state-by-state guide to related laws; information about cellular phones and taping; and more. Includes citations for court cases mentioned on the Web site. From The Reporters Committee for Freedom of the Press. http://www.rcfp.org/taping/ Topics: Constitutional Law & Civil Liberties, Law by Place (U.S. States & non-U.S.), Law by Subject, Technology Last updated Sep 10, 2003 50 State Summary of Breastfeeding Laws
Summary and chart of state laws related to breastfeeding of infants, including those allowing women to breastfeed in public or private locations, exemptions of breastfeeding from public indecency laws, employment laws (such as allowance for breaks and breastfeeding areas in the workplace), exemptions from jury duty service, and more. Includes links to laws. From the National Conference of State Legislatures (NCSL). http://www.ncsl.org/IssuesResearch/Health/BreastfeedingLaws/tabid/14389/Default.aspx Topics: Law by Place (U.S. States & non-U.S.), Women's Health Last updated Jul 9, 2009 50-State Rundown on Gay Marriage Laws
This page provides "a 50-state roundup of current law and proposals to change state marriage laws." The proposals comprise state constitutional amendments, changes to state law, and nonbinding resolutions. From Stateline.org, a nonpartisan, nonprofit online news publication that reports each weekday on state government. http://www.stateline.org/live/ViewPage.action?siteNodeId=136&languageId=1&contentId=15576 Topics: Families, Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, & Transgendered People, Law by Place (U.S. States & non-U.S.), Law by Subject, Nonfiction by Genre, Social Issues Last updated Jul 28, 2006 Cell Phone Driving Laws
"States are examining the correlation between cell phone use while driving and crashes. ... [M]ultiple states have identified an emerging highway safety trend of cell phone use by novice drivers and have thus restricted use." Features a table describing restrictions for cell phone use for novice and other drivers. From the Governors Highway Safety Association (GHSA), a nonprofit association that represents state and territorial highway safety offices. http://www.ghsa.org/html/stateinfo/laws/cellphone_laws.html Topics: Automobiles, Law by Place (U.S. States & non-U.S.), Public Health & Safety, Technology Last updated Sep 24, 2007 CrossingtheBar.Com: Information and Commentary on the Multijurisdictional Practice of Law
This site "helps lawyers locate and analyze the statutes, rules and regulations that relate to the multijurisdictional practice of law." Features news, a reciprocity chart for the United States, information on bar admission rules for the states (with links to official websites), examples of related case law, and other information. Owned and maintained by Ethics Northwest, Inc., an Oregon corporation. http://www.crossingthebar.com/ Topics: Law, Law by Place (U.S. States & non-U.S.) Last updated Sep 11, 2007 Electronic Surveillance Laws
Summary of state and federal laws for electronic surveillance, which "involves the traditional laws on wiretapping -- any interception of a telephone transmission by accessing the telephone signal itself -- and eavesdropping -- listening in on conversations without the consent of the parties." Features a chart showing state laws, and descriptions of the Wire and Electronic Communications Interception and Interception of Oral Communications Act, USA PATRIOT Act, and other federal laws. From the National Conference of State Legislatures. http://www.ncsl.org/programs/lis/CIP/surveillance.htm Topics: Constitutional Law & Civil Liberties, Law by Place (U.S. States & non-U.S.) Last updated Dec 20, 2005 Emancipation in the United States
"Emancipation is not available in every state in the United States. Where it is available, emancipation is a legal process by which minors can attain legal adulthood before reaching the age at which they would normally be considered adults." This site provides links to the laws and available legal processes regulating the emancipation of minors in various states. From the Juvenile Law Center, a public interest law firm. http://www.jlc.org/factsheets/emancipationus/ Topics: Families, Law by Place (U.S. States & non-U.S.), Law by Subject Last updated Aug 9, 2008 Free the Grapes!
The Web site for "a national, grassroots coalition of consumers and wineries who seek to remove restrictions in 24 states that still prohibit consumers from purchasing wines directly from out-of-state wineries." Features background information about the issue, research, news, and action alerts for consumers and wineries. http://www.freethegrapes.org/ Topics: Activism, Law by Place (U.S. States & non-U.S.), Ready Reference & Quick Facts, Wine Last updated Dec 27, 2003 Gambling Laws US
"This Website is an effort to make available a wide range of information on gambling laws at both the State and Federal levels governing the legality of various forms of gambling and gaming." Includes an overview of laws and penalties, text of basic gambling laws for each state, text of state laws exempting some gambling (such as raffles and bingo), and articles. From an attorney who specializes in gambling law and related matters. http://www.gambling-law-us.com/ Topics: Law by Place (U.S. States & non-U.S.), Recreation Last updated May 8, 2008 A Guide to Journalist Shield Laws
State-by-state guide to shield laws, which are laws that protect journalists from revealing confidential information sources. Provides definitions from the state statutes, links to the laws pertaining to journalists, and lists of related cases. From the Poynter Institute. http://www.poynterextra.org/shieldlaw/ Topics: Law by Place (U.S. States & non-U.S.), News Last updated Oct 19, 2005 KlaasKids Foundation: Megan's Law Legislation
A state-by-state description of how Megan's Law, requiring the registration of convicted sex offenders, works. Information includes contact agencies, type of offender required to register, registration timeframe and duration, and confidentiality provisions. Also includes details on who may access the names and how. http://www.klaaskids.org/pg-legmeg.htm Topics: Crime, Law, Law by Place (U.S. States & non-U.S.), Law by Subject Last updated Sep 30, 2004 The Library of Congress: Thomas: H.R. 418 [Real ID Act]
Official material for to the Real ID Act of 2005, an act designed to "establish and rapidly implement regulations for State driver's license and identification document security standards, to prevent terrorists from abusing the asylum laws of the United States, ... and to ensure expeditious construction of the San Diego border fence." Includes text of legislation, bill summary, list of cosponsors, and links to related bills. From the Library of Congress. http://thomas.loc.gov/cgi-bin/bdquery/z?d109:h.r.00418: Topics: Law by Place (U.S. States & non-U.S.), Law by Subject Last updated Dec 3, 2007 Marion Brechner Citizen Action Project (CAP)
This project's goal is to allow citizens "to better understand public access to local government information in all 50 states." Includes ratings that are based on the analysis of statutes, constitutions, and case law. Also includes summaries of "sunshine" laws, and comparisons of state laws. The "I can help you get started" section is not very useful; use the categories to the left instead. From the University of Florida College of Journalism and Communications. http://www.citizenaccess.org Topics: Constitutional Law & Civil Liberties, Federal (U.S.) Government, Government, Law by Place (U.S. States & non-U.S.) Last updated Apr 4, 2005 The National Conference of Commissioners on Uniform State Laws (NCCUSL)
This group's purpose is to "draft proposals for uniform and model laws on subjects where uniformity is desirable and practicable, and work toward their enactment in legislatures." Their work is "primarily" in family, estate, business, and health law, and "conflicts of law." The Web site contains information about the organization, and a database of drafts, final acts, and tracking of legislative action for each of its projects. http://www.nccusl.org/ Topics: Law by Place (U.S. States & non-U.S.) Last updated Nov 27, 2005 National ID Cards and the Real ID Act
Material about national identification cards in the U.S. and about the Real ID Act (2005), "which mandates federal requirements for driver's licenses. Critics argue that it would make driver's licenses into de facto national IDs." Features links to news items and reports. Also includes material about the British move toward mandatory national ID cards. From the Electronic Privacy Information Center (EPIC), a research center that focuses on civil liberties issues. http://www.epic.org/privacy/id_cards/ Topics: Constitutional Law & Civil Liberties, Law by Place (U.S. States & non-U.S.) Last updated Apr 18, 2006 Notice of Proposed Rulemaking: REAL ID
Material about the proposed regulations "to establish minimum standards for state-issued driver's licenses and identification cards" under the requirements of the Real ID Act of 2005. Includes the text of the proposed standards, questions and answers about the proposed guidelines, and a transcript of a four-hour May 2007 town hall meeting about the proposed regulations. From the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS). http://www.dhs.gov/xprevprot/laws/gc_1172765386179.shtm Topics: Law by Place (U.S. States & non-U.S.), Law by Subject Last updated Dec 3, 2007 Open Government Guide
"A complete compendium of information on every state's open records and open meetings laws. Each state's section is arranged according to a standard outline, making it easy to compare laws in various states." Formerly titled Tapping Officials' Secrets. Written by "Volunteer attorneys, expert in open government laws in each state and in Washington, D.C." http://www.rcfp.org/ogg/ Topics: Constitutional Law & Civil Liberties, Federal (U.S.) Government, Government, Law by Place (U.S. States & non-U.S.) Last updated Jan 24, 2009 PublicNoticeAds.com
"A single database of Public Notices -- which you may know as 'Legal Ads' -- has been created by newspapers in a number of states. ... Word search the database manually at no charge, or subscribe to Public Notice Smart Search and have Notices ... sent to your email address." As of April 2008, "Public Notices from eight states are in the database." In addition, provides links to selected individual state sites. http://publicnoticeads.com/ Topics: Law by Place (U.S. States & non-U.S.) Last updated Apr 23, 2008 Real Nightmare
The site takes the position that "the Real ID Act of 2005 would turn our state driver's licenses into a genuine national identity card and impose numerous new burdens on taxpayers ... [and others] -- while doing nothing to protect against terrorism." Provides discussion of why the Real ID Act should be opposed, updates about Real ID legislation in the states, and links to related material. From the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU). http://www.realnightmare.org/ Topics: Constitutional Law & Civil Liberties, Law by Place (U.S. States & non-U.S.), Law by Subject Last updated Dec 3, 2007 Research Help: U.S. States & Territories
A collection of links to legal resources for the U.S. states and territories. Includes executive, legislative, judicial branches, as well as legal guides and other related links. Find bills, laws, acts, decisions, state constitutions, and more. From the Law Library of Congress. http://www.loc.gov/law/help/guide/states.php Topics: Law by Place (U.S. States & non-U.S.) Last updated Sep 29, 2009 Should Undocumented Immigrants Have Access to In-State Tuition?
This policy paper reports on court cases and federal and state laws that concern the eligibility of undocumented immigrants for in-state tuition status at public higher education institutions. From the American Association of State Colleges and Universities (AASCU), a group that works to "to extend higher education to all citizens." http://www.aascu.org/policy_matters/v2_6/default.htm Topics: College and University Education, Emigration & Immigration, Law by Place (U.S. States & non-U.S.) Last updated Feb 20, 2008 Smokefree Ordinance Lists
This Web site contains "lists of U.S municipalities and states with 100% smokefree laws." Also includes data on topics such as the percentage of U.S. population protected by smoke-free laws and smoking law status in major U.S. travel destinations. From the American Nonsmokers' Rights Foundation (ANRF). http://www.no-smoke.org/goingsmokefree.php?dp=d13|p140 Topics: Diseases & Conditions, Law by Place (U.S. States & non-U.S.), Law by Subject Last updated Jan 30, 2005 State Law Facts
Summaries of state laws concerning use of cellular phones while driving, child restraint/belt use, helmet use, alcohol-impaired driving, licensing renewal for older drivers, restrictions on riding in the cargo area of pickup trucks, and other driving laws. Also includes summaries of decisions on automated enforcement (such as red light and speed cameras) and sobriety checkpoints. From the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, Highway Loss Data Institute. http://www.iihs.org/laws/ Topics: Automobiles, Law by Place (U.S. States & non-U.S.) Last updated Apr 15, 2008 State Laws and Published Ordinances: Firearms
Find a summary of firearm laws for each state and U.S. territory, and a Ready Reference Table comparing the states (waiting periods, etc.). Includes laws related to out-of-state purchases. From the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms, U.S. Department of the Treasury. http://www.atf.gov/firearms/statelaws/ Topics: Hobbies, Law by Place (U.S. States & non-U.S.), Law by Subject, Recreation, Social Issues, Weapons Last updated May 4, 2005 State Notes, Tuition and Fees: In-State Tuition for Undocumented Immigrants
This fact sheet summarizes state legislation that would allow or restrict undocumented immigrant students to receive in-state tuition at public colleges and universities. Includes a state-by-state chart. From the Education Commission of the States (ECS), a "nonprofit, nationwide organization that helps state leaders shape education policy." http://www.ecs.org/clearinghouse/61/00/6100.htm Topics: College and University Education, Education, Emigration & Immigration, Law by Place (U.S. States & non-U.S.), Law by Subject Last updated Dec 21, 2005 State Shipping Laws [Wine]
This website contains an interactive U.S. map of off-site shipping laws by state, a directory of state control agencies, links to state legislatures, excise tax rates, and a volume converter. Also features information about which carriers ship from California wineries to consumers in each state. Includes an FAQ. From the Wine Institute, "the public policy advocacy association of California wineries." http://www.wineinstitute.org/initiatives/stateshippinglaws Topics: Industries, Law by Place (U.S. States & non-U.S.), Wine Last updated Jul 6, 2008 Statutes of Limitations: Is Your Lawsuit Timely?
This fact sheet addresses how long a person has to file a civil lawsuit. The site notes that "every state has its own time limits, called statutes of limitations, and even within a state the period of time within which you must file a lawsuit varies according to the type of claim." Includes a chart with statues of limitations for oral and written contracts and property damage and personal injury. From Nolo. http://www.nolo.com/legal-encyclopedia/faqEditorial-29038.html Topics: Law by Place (U.S. States & non-U.S.) Last updated Sep 22, 2009 U.S. PIRG: Federation of State PIRGs
State public interest research groups (PIRGs) "swork together nationally to share ideas and resources and cooperate on regional and national issues." The site provides links to all of the state PIRGs (about 30 states), as well as links to specific health, environmental, and social topics. http://www.uspirg.org/ Topics: Health, Law, Law by Place (U.S. States & non-U.S.), Law by Subject Last updated Dec 23, 2006 |
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