Frequently Asked Questions

Contents

Christmas Displays on Public Property
Are Christmas displays a violation of the First Amendment?

Prayers at Government Meetings
Is an Establishment Clause violation occurring at government meetings?

Court-Ordered Participation in A.A.
Can a court, prison, or probation officer sentence me to attend A.A., which is a religious program?

Churches Meeting at Public Schools
A church is meeting in a public school. What can I do about it?

Prayer in Public School
There is a prayer planned in my child’s school. What can I do about it?

Pledge of Allegiance
Does my child have to participate in the pledge at school?

Religious Music in Public School
What can I do about religious music at my child’s public school?

See You at the Flag Pole Prayer Gatherings
Is it lawful to hold a “See You at the Pole” prayer gathering at my public school?

Distribution of Religious Literature in Public Schools
A teacher is sending my child home with religious literature. How can I stop it?

Religious Music in Public Schools
My child's choir is singing religious music. Is that legal?

Religious Activities at Senior Centers
They make us listen to prayer before we eat lunch at public-funded senior centers. Help!

Religious Decorations & Activities HUD Housing
I live in a HUD-subsidized housing. What are my rights to avoid religious activities and decorations?

Citizen Oath
What are my rights to avoid religious oaths when I become a naturalized citizen?

Jury Oath
Do I have to swear to god or a juror?

Marriage Oaths
Do we have to swear a religious oath in order to apply for a marriage license?

Church Bulletin Discounts
A store is offering a discount or promotion for bringing in a church bulletin. Is that legal?

Consumer Complaints
I am tired of stores and restaurants playing gospel music. I feel this violates my right to 'freedom of religion.' Is there anything that can be done about it?

Custody
A court has ordered that my ex-spouse has the right to take my son/daughter to a church, religious school or other religious event with which I disagree. What are my rights?

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