Warren court cases

Baker v. Carr (1962)

- federal courts can force state authorities to redraw electoral districts.

- the population across electoral districts should be even

Mapp v. Ohio (1961)

Ruled that unlawfully seized evidence cannot be used in a trial

Gideon v. Wainwright (1963)

The accused has the right to a court-appointed attorney if unable to afford one

Escobedo v. Illinois (1964)

Affirmed right of the accused to an attorney during police questioning

Miranda v. Arizona (1966)

Required police to inform suspects of their rights before questioning

Engel v. Vitale (1962)

Required prayer in public schools violates the freedom of religion

Grisworld v. Connecticut

1965; established right of privacy- , Use of birth control is couple's decision

Brown v Board of education

1954 case that overturned Separate but Equal standard of discrimination in education.