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How to Cite a Court Case in JAMA (current)

Learn how to cite a court case or legal decision in JAMA format (current). This guide includes the reference list format, in-text citation examples, and key formatting rules.

JAMA Reference List Format

Here is the standard JAMA format for citing a court case in your reference list:

Follow the standard JAMA template for this source type.

Step-by-Step Guide

  1. Gather source information: Collect the author name, title, publication date, and URL or DOI for your court case.
  2. Format the reference: Arrange the elements following the JAMA (current) template shown above.
  3. Create the in-text citation: Add a parenthetical or narrative citation in your paper where you reference this source.
  4. Add to your reference list: Include the full formatted citation at the end of your paper.
  5. Double-check formatting: Verify italics, punctuation, capitalization, and hanging indents match JAMA requirements.

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