Dred Scott vs. Sandford
Details of the Case
Dred Scott was a freed slave who was captured and attempting to recapture his freedom through the courts.
Constitutional question
Is Dred Scott still a slave or a freed man?
Decision
7 votes for Sandford
2 Votes for Scott
2 Votes for Scott
Lasting effect
This case led to many tries at ending the slavery problem by the Supreme Court.