Case Briefs – 1984

Facts of the Case”The City of Peoria received two federal block grants from the United States Department of Housing and Urban… Continued

Facts of the CasePetitioner, a native of Mexico, was a resident alien who has lived in the United States since 1961. In 1978,… Continued

Facts of the CaseDefendant in a Colorado state narcotics prosecution filed motions to suppress most of the evidence against him as… Continued

Facts of the CaseAn officer observed a vehicle swerving in and out of lanes on the highway and initiated a traffic stop. The… Continued

Why is the case important?Petitioner was indicted on charges of conspiracy and possession of cocaine with intent to distribute in… Continued

Why is the case important?Police officers found a marijuana field growing about a mile away from an individual’s home.Facts of… Continued

Why is the case important?The Plaintiff, Daniel Donnelly (Plaintiff), objects to a crèche included in a Christmas display as… Continued

Why is the case important?Respondent, Shirley Jones, brought a libel suit in a California state court against Petitioners, Calder… Continued

Why is the case important?Respondent, John Abel, was charged with robbing a bank with two other men. In order to discredit… Continued

Why is the case important?Two defendants in a mail fraud case were appointed an attorney with limited experience and preparation… Continued