Publications

An Accident of History: The Fourth Amendment as Applied to Schools and New Jersey v. T.L.O.

Author, Journal of Supreme Court History

Andrew Meck examines the historical context of New Jersey vs. T.L.O., focusing on rising concerns about child safety and drug-related issues. He also explores key cases leading up to 1985 that shaped student rights, the specifics of New Jersey vs. T.L.O., the main individuals involved, and the court's decision that reached the Supreme Court.