In re Carter’s Empirical Analysis
1949
Citation profile
4
cited by 4 later decisions
1
states following
March 1960
most recently cited
4 state decisions
Relationships
Relies on McCanless, Com'r v. Klein · Motlow v. State · Casone v. State · Gribble v. Wilson
Most-quoted passages
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“"* * * Furthermore we are not concerned in determining the constitutionality of an Act `whether it was dictated by a wise or a foolish policy, or whether it will ultimately redound to the public good, or whether it is contrary to natural justice and equity. These are considerations solely for the Legislature.' Motlow v. State, 125 Tenn. 547, 589 , 145 S.W. 177 , 188, L.R.A. 1916 F, 177."”
2 later decisions quote this exact passage · from the majority
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