Public Trust Doctrine

Diego Plaza

Chapter 94 in Elgar Concise Encyclopedia of Animal Law, 2025, pp 360-362 from Edward Elgar Publishing

Abstract: The Public Trust Doctrine [PTD] is a foundational principle in common and statutory law, assigning the government the role of trustee to protect water bodies, parklands, wildlife, and the environment for public and natural resource benefits. Originating from Roman and English law, PTD has evolved in the US to include diverse ecosystems and enforceable public rights. Significant cases like Illinois Central Railroad v. Illinois and the Mono Lake case have shaped its application. The doctrine underscores the need for adaptive implementation to address modern environmental challenges and integrate with wildlife conservation and animal rights principles.

Keywords: Public Trust Doctrine; PTD; Environmental law; Wildlife conservation; Natural resources; Common law; Environmental stewardship (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2025
ISBN: 9781803923666
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