SCOTUS Says Flint Residents Can Sue Over Lead Contamination In Water

The Flint water crisis involved legal actions against Michigan officials due to lead contamination in the city's water supply. The Supreme Court declined to hear the case, upholding lower court rulings that residents have a constitutional right to bodily integrity. The crisis, deemed predictable and preventable, began in 2014 when Flint switched its water source to the Flint River. Officials claimed immunity from legal action, but courts ruled they failed to protect the public from foreseeable harm.

What was the outcome of the Supreme Court's decision regarding the Flint water crisis case?

• The Supreme Court postponed the decision.

• The Supreme Court denied certiorari.

• The Supreme Court agreed to hear the case.

• The Supreme Court ruled in favor of the officials.

What did the 6th Circuit Court of Appeals conclude about the Flint water crisis?

• It was caused by a sudden infrastructure failure.

• It was a result of a cost-saving measure.

• It was an unavoidable natural disaster.

• It was due to a lack of federal funding.

When did the Flint water crisis begin?

• 2012

• 2015

• 2013

• 2014

What was the new water source for Flint in 2014?

• Lake Michigan

• Flint River

• Detroit River

• Lake Erie

What did the courts rule regarding the officials' responsibility in the Flint water crisis?

• Officials acted in the best interest of the public.

• Officials were not responsible for any harm.

• Officials were praised for their quick response.

• Officials failed to protect the public from foreseeable harm.