Equal Protection Law

Equal Protection Law is a principle that mandates individuals in similar situations must be treated equally by the government and its laws. Enshrined in the Fourteenth Amendment of the U.S. Constitution, it prohibits discrimination based on characteristics such as race, gender, and religion. This means that laws and policies cannot favor one group over another or treat individuals unfairly without a valid reason. The goal is to ensure fairness and justice in legal proceedings, promoting equality among all citizens in their rights and protections under the law.