Justice Stewart Said That He Could Not Define Obscenity but That

question 77

Essay

Justice Stewart said that he could not define obscenity but that he "know[s] it when [he] see[s] it." Attempt to define obscenity. Why is it important for courts to have a working definition instead of following Justice Stewart's lead?

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Definitions:

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Singular Proposition

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