Case Briefs – 1972

Facts of the CaseColten challenged the judgment of the Court of Appeals of Kentucky, which affirmed his conviction for disorderly… Continued

Facts of the CaseDefendant Giglio appealed a judgment from the United States Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit affirming the… Continued

Facts of the Case”Appellee James Blumstein moved to Tennessee on June 12, 1970. With an eye toward voting in the upcoming August… Continued

Why is the case important?Two cases involving similar issues of due process considerations were joined. Plaintiffs challenged the… Continued

Why is the case important?Appellant was arrested for robbery and committed to State care until he is competent to stand trial…. Continued

Why is the case important?Willie Shard (“Mr. Shard”) had his wallet stolen while on the street in Chicago. Police arrested two… Continued

Why is the case important?Robert Sindermann (Respondent) taught for ten years at in the state college system in Texas under a… Continued

Why is the case important?Petitioner brought this action to have his conviction overturned when, after sixteen (16) continuances,… Continued

Why is the case important?Two parolees had their parole revoked.Facts of the case”On January 4, 1967, John J. Morrissey entered a… Continued

Why is the case important?Appellant had an ongoing relationship with a woman with whom he sired and raised three children. Upon… Continued