In a ruling issued by the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 10th Circuit, the court found that Colorado’s anti-discrimination law, which prohibits businesses from discriminating based on sexual orientation, was constitutional. The court also ruled that Smith was not entitled to an exemption from the law based on her religious beliefs.
As a result, the court ordered Colorado to pay Smith’s legal fees, which amounted to over $1.3 million. The state has said it will comply with the court’s decision and pay the fees.
The case has been closely watched as a test of the balance between religious freedom and anti-discrimination laws. Supporters of LGBTQ rights have hailed the ruling as a victory for equality, while opponents argue that it infringes on religious liberty.
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