Question with Sample Answer—Sources of Law.

Under a Massachusetts state statute, large wineries could sell their products through wholesalers or to consumers directly, but not both. Small wineries could use both methods.

Family Winemakers of California filed a suit against the state, arguing that this restriction gave small wineries a competitive advantage in violation of the U.S. Constitution. The court agreed that the statute was in conflict with the Constitution.

Which source of law takes priority, and why? [Family Winemakers of California v. Jenkins, 592 F.3d 1 (1st Cir. 2010)]

(See page 6.)

—For a sample answer to Question 1–3, go to Appendix G at the end of this text.