41
/
AIzaSyB4mHJ5NPEv-XzF7P6NDYXjlkCWaeKw5bc
May 31, 2026
1822328
148465
2
Public Timelines
FAQ

6h 5min, jun 7, 1976 y - Griswold v. Connecticut

Description:

Upholds the right to privacy in the United States, allowing women the right to purchase contraception. Connecticut passed a law that banned contraception. Griswold was the head of planned parenthood and was arrested for violating the law. The court ruled that the constitution protected the right of marital privacy.

Added to timeline:

Date:

6h 5min, jun 7, 1976 y
Now
~ 50 years ago

Images: