Homelessness is a complex issue with no easy answers. The causes of homelessness are varied, and the solutions are even more complex. However, one thing is clear: criminalizing homelessness is not the answer. In fact, it is a violation of the Eighth Amendment, which prohibits cruel and unusual punishment. This issue is currently before the Supreme Court in the case of City of Grants Pass, Ore. v. Gloria Johnson. The outcome of this case could have a significant impact on the lives of homeless people across the country.