Abstract
The U.S. Supreme Court has made some monumental decisions recently that will change the dynamics of American everyday lives. The decision in City of Grants Pass v. Johnson, in some ways, solidified the struggles of those living in poverty. The state of Oregon has criminalized sleeping on public property, such as streets, parks, sidewalks, etc. The first citation results in a $295 fine and subsequent citations could result in jailable consequences up to 30 days. The petitioners in this recent Supreme Court case, argued this punishment sought to criminalize circumstances in which a large portion of the population cannot control: homelessness. The petitioners were represented by advocates that legally support those living in poverty or combating homelessness. However, this edition of Equity in the Law is not about the recent decision. In fact, the decision opened the door to recognizing and appreciating all the aspects of law that touch the demographics of those living in poverty, with or without homes. When entering the legal field, the possibilities of representation are endless. Poverty Law has been coined as a specific practice that intersects with the less fortunate in our society. Recognizably, such a short turn of phrase cannot begin to describe the vast areas of law that impact those living in poverty.