What Is the Kelo Decision

In 2005, the United States Supreme Court decided the landmark case of Kelo v. New London. In a 5-4 decision delivered by Justice Stevens, the Supreme Court ruled that the government’s seizure and transfer of private property to a private redevelopment company did not violate the 5th Amendment’s taking clause.

What was the significance of the decision in Kelo v City of New London quizlet?

The court’s decision eliminates “for public use” from the takings clause b/c it allows for incidental public benefit from ordinary private use of property.

What effect did the Supreme Court's ruling have on Susette Kelo?

The Supreme Court’s 5-4 decision against Kelo and her neighbors sparked a nation-wide backlash against eminent domain abuse, leading eight state supreme courts and 43 state legislatures to strengthen protections for property rights.