De La Vega Tortillas case
- Religion
- Demand Letters
After receiving a demand letter from FSU Law’s First Amendment Clinic, the Charlotte Regional Farmers Market worked with De La Vega Tortillas to resolve a religious accommodation dispute—allowing the family-owned business to return to its permanent booth while continuing to honor the Sabbath.
The Gomezes’ story reflects an important principle: constitutional protections should remain real and accessible for everyday Americans, including small business owners trying to faithfully live out their beliefs. This matter also demonstrates how productive dialogue can resolve constitutional concerns without prolonged litigation.