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The document is an application for permission to file an amici curiae brief in the California Supreme Court case regarding marriage definitions. It presents arguments from various religious organizations, including The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and the California Catholic Conference, supporting the traditional definition of marriage as a union between one man and one woman. The brief emphasizes the importance of marriage for societal stability, child-rearing, and public policy, arguing that any change to this definition should come from the democratic process rather than judicial intervention.

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Click ‘Get Form’ to open it in the editor.
Begin by filling out the 'APPLICATION FOR PERMISSION TO FILE AMICI CURIAE BRIEF' section. Provide your name and contact information as required.
In the 'STATEMENT OF INTEREST OF AMICI CURIAE' section, clearly articulate your interest in the case and how it relates to the Church's beliefs regarding marriage.
Proceed to complete the 'AMICI CURIAE BRIEF IN SUPPORT OF RESPONDENT STATE OF CALIFORNIA' section. Here, you will outline arguments supporting traditional marriage, referencing relevant legal precedents.
Review each argument carefully, ensuring that they align with both legal standards and the Church’s teachings on family and marriage.
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