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Fundamental Right to Parent After Conviction | Birmingham News
A landmark ruling from the Eleventh Circuit Court of Appeals has ignited national debate: a man convicted of child pornography in Alabama now has a fundamental right to live with his son — a right the court says can’t be overridden by sex offender registration laws. The court, while acknowledging Alabama’s legitimate goal of protecting children, insists any law infringing on parental rights must be narrowly tailored. The case is being sent back for reconsideration under this new standard, with one dissenting judge arguing the majority misread the constitutional issue. This decision could…
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