Judge changes baby's name, from Messiah to Martin

[Jaskalas]

Forgety said that there is no basis in the law for changing a child's first name where both parents are in agreement about it. He also said that Ballew's decision violates the Establishment Clause of the U.S. Constitution.

Will people be demanding a new law to ban certain names?

 

[nehalem256]

Will people be demanding a new law to ban certain names?

More likely people will just throw a fit when people with certain names can't find jobs.

 

[Retro Rob]

Good.

I feel sorry for the kid. BUT the judge was wrong.

Yeah, even if the name is silly, they have the freedom to name their child as they see fit.

Maybe they "should" think of the long-term ramifications of naming him -- applying for a job, dealing with stupid school kids etc....not saying those factors should ultimtely decide, but its still worth considering.

 

[DominionSeraph]

Judge has now been cited for inappropriate religious bias:

http://www.orlandosentinel.com/sns-rt-us-usa-tennessee-judge-20131025,0,617443.story