A same-sex couple is denied the right to marry by the state they reside in. The couple sues the state, and the case goes to the Supreme Court. The Supreme Court rules in favor of the couple. Which constitutional amendment supports the court's decision?

First Amendment

Fourth Amendment

Fifth Amendment

Fourteenth Amendment

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24 November, 10:00

A same-sex couple is denied the right to marry by the state they reside in. The couple sues the state, and the case goes to the Supreme Court. The Supreme Court rules in favor of the couple. Which constitutional amendment supports the court's decision?

First Amendment

Fourth Amendment

Fifth Amendment

Fourteenth Amendment

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Pablo Fletcher · Answer 1

Definitely Fourteenth Amendment.

Explanation:

The Equal Protection Clause of the Fourteenth Amendment to the United States Constitution requires all states, regardless of the state's same sex marriage legality, to issue marriage licenses to same-sex couples.