Judge Strikes Down Virginia's Ban On Gay Marriage! Ruling Stayed Pending Appeal

Here is some exciting news that happened late yesterday evening: Virginia's marriage ban was ruled unconstitutional by a Federal District Court:

The Federal District Court ruled that Virginia’s marriage ban violates the U.S. Constitution. It said that loving couples like our plaintiffs, Tim Bostic & Tony London and Carol Schall & Mary Townley are entitled to the same basic rights and protections as every other American.

This is a monumental victory—for Virginia and our country—and the first of its kind for a state in the South.

You can read the entire court order at this link.


Don't expect huge lines of same-sex couples rushing to get marriage licenses. The court order has been stayed pending appeal.