Courts have declared that the First Amendment does not extend to religions that mock established institutions, are "obvious shams," or whose members lack religious sincerity.

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This is generally true. While the First Amendment protects religious freedom, courts may limit this right in cases where a religion is deemed fraudulent or lacking in sincerity. However, the exact standards for determining the legitimacy of a religion are not always clear-cut and can be the subject of legal dispute.

Courts Have Declared That the First Amendment Does Not Extend