Tuesday, May 17, 2005
Victory For Wine Consumers
In an important decision for wine consumers yesterday, the US Supreme Court struck down the laws of 24 states that prohibit the interstate shipment of wine while allowing intrastate shipment of wine. It is worth noting that North Carolina and Virginia had similar laws until a US district court ruled them unconstitutional in 2003.
This case is a victory for all consumers, as it will be a precedent for future commercial commerce litigation. Wine distributors lobbied hard to establish the current laws to protect their profits. Their logic was bogus, and the Supremes saw through it...barely.
Interesting note - Justice Thomas did not vote with Justice Scalia in this case. I bet Nino will ground Clarence for that.
This case is a victory for all consumers, as it will be a precedent for future commercial commerce litigation. Wine distributors lobbied hard to establish the current laws to protect their profits. Their logic was bogus, and the Supremes saw through it...barely.
Interesting note - Justice Thomas did not vote with Justice Scalia in this case. I bet Nino will ground Clarence for that.
