Atlantic Coast Line R.R. v. Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers
Citation
398 U.S. 281 (1970)
Facts
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Issue
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Holding
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Rule
The Anti-Injunction Act absolutely prohibits federal courts from enjoining state court proceedings except in the three statutory exceptions; the Act is not subject to implied exceptions based on equity.
Significance
Established that the Anti-Injunction Act’s exceptions are to be strictly construed; no equitable exception exists.