What does "equal protection under the law" mean?

It means that everyone is entitled to the same economic opportunities in a state, regardless of ability.

It means that everyone has the same remedies if they think they have been unlawfully discriminated against.

It means that everyone who breaks a law should receive punishment based on their race or class.

It means that everyone has the right to partcipatein all legal activities in a state, regardless of cost.

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What does "equal protection under the law" mean?

It means that everyone is entitled to the same economic opportunities in a state, regardless of ability.

It means that everyone has the same remedies if they think they have been unlawfully discriminated against.

It means that everyone who breaks a law should receive punishment based on their race or class.

It means that everyone has the right to partcipatein all legal activities in a state, regardless of cost.

wwhitlock · Answer

Equal protection means the law applies to each person equally. If you can sue, I can sue. If you get a jury, I get jury. same deal for all