Eminent Domain, Property Rights, and Ballot Proposals: Where Do the Government Powers End and the Citizens' Rights Begin?

Environmental Law & Property Rights Practice Group, Orange County Lawyers Chapter, Chapman Student Chapter

After Kelo, there has been a heightened debate over the use of eminent domain, or condemnation, power, particularly when the ultimate beneficiaries are private parties and special interests.  There has been a grassroots and citizen-based uproar as a result of the belief that the government is abusing its power through certain exercises of eminent domain.  Some have stormed the legislative halls, courts, and newsrooms demanding a more just appreciation of property rights.  This panel will discuss these issues in relation to California Proposals 98 and 99.

After Kelo, there has been a heightened debate over the use of eminent domain, or condemnation, power, particularly when the ultimate beneficiaries are private parties and special interests.  There has been a grassroots and citizen-based uproar as a result of the belief that the government is abusing its power through certain exercises of eminent domain.  Some have stormed the legislative halls, courts, and newsrooms demanding a more just appreciation of property rights.  This panel will discuss these issues in relation to California Proposals 98 and 99.

Panelists confirmed to date:

• Professor Donald J. Kochan, Chapman University School of Law
• Mr. Kendall MacVey, Esq., Best Best & Krieger
• Professor Lawrence Rosenthal, Chapman University School of Law
• Mr. Timothy Sandefur, Esq., Pacific Legal Foundation

There is no cost for this event and no need to RSVP beforehand.
Light refreshments available.
Up to 1.5 CA MCLE credits available.