Full Case Citation:* – Provide the full citation of the case at the beginning of your analysis. -Example: Roe v. Wade, 410 U.S. 113 (1973)
*Subsequent Citations:* – For subsequent mentions of the case, you can use a shortened form. – Example: Roe, 410 U.S. at 120.
Statutes:
*Full Statute Citation:* – Include the full citation of the statute when introducing it. – Example: The Civil Rights Act of 1964, 42 U.S.C. § 2000e-2 (2019).
* Subsequent Citations:* – For subsequent mentions, you can use a shortened form. – Example: Civil Rights Act of 1964, § 2000e-2.
Legal Journals
*Full Journal Article Citation:* – When referencing legal articles, provide the full citation. – Example: Smith, John. “The Evolution of Legal Precedent.” Harvard Law Review 125 (2018): 567-589.
*Subsequent Citations:* – Use a shortened form for subsequent mentions. – Example: Smith, “Evolution of Legal Precedent,” 569.
Books
*Full Book Citation:* – Include the full citation for books you reference. – Example: Smith, John. Legal Evolution: A Historical Perspective. Oxford University Press, 2017.
*Subsequent Citations:* – Shorten subsequent mentions of the book. – Example: Smith, Legal Evolution, 45.
Online Sources
*Full Online Source Citation:* – For online sources, provide a complete citation including the URL and access date. – Example: Legal Information Institute. “Constitution of the United States.” https://www.law.cornell.edu/constitution (accessed January 15, 2024). ### Tips for Consistency:
*Use a Consistent Style:* – Stick to a specific citation style consistently throughout your blog. Common styles include Bluebook, APA, MLA, or Chicago.
*Link to Online Sources:* – If possible, hyperlink your citations to the actual legal texts or resources. This makes it easier for readers to access the materials.
*Clarify Pinpoint Citations:* – Clearly indicate if your citation refers to a specific page, paragraph, or section within a larger document.
*Include Pinpoint Citations:* – When possible, provide pinpoint citations to direct readers to the specific location of the information you’re referencing.
