United States v. Lawrence Wayne Johnson

(dissenting) :

I dissent because I am convinced that Johnson did present a prima facie case for classification as a conscientious objector. I assume, although I do not necessarily agree, that his answers to the questions in the SSS Form 150 were insufficient. But there is more. At the September 16 “courtesy interview”, Johnson enlarged upon his beliefs. The draft board’s summary of the interview states:

“Registrant appeared as requested. Oath administered by Mr. Bruce, Chairman. CO questions were answered.

“Registrant stated that he feels the idea of killing or helping to kill anyone is against…