Calvary Chapel San Jose Et Al V. Cody Et Al
Summary: This consolidated summary pertains to a lawsuit filed by Calvary Chapel San Jose, Pastor Mike McClure, Southridge Baptist Church of San Jose California dba Southridge Church, and Pastor Micaiah Irmler against multiple defendants, including Dr. Sara Cody, Mike Wasserman, Cindy Chavez, Dave Cortese, Susan Ellenberg, Joe Simitian, Gavin Newsom, Erica Pan, Santa Clara County, M.D. Tomas Aragon, Otto Lee, and James R. Williams. The plaintiffs challenge the Santa Clara County's Stay-at-Home Order, specifically the prohibition on indoor religious worship services, arguing that it infringes upon their constitutional rights. They contend that religion and religious worship are crucial for the community's well-being, particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic. The plaintiffs assert that the county lacks the authority to indefinitely restrict constitutional rights and seek declaratory and injunctive relief to contest the ban. They argue that attending religious services is vital for mental health and well-being, and that the county's regulations are not tailored to the least restrictive means necessary to achieve any compelling interest. Additionally, the plaintiffs contend that the county's orders treat religious gatherings differently from other activities and request that they be declared invalid.
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