Case Briefs – 1985

Facts of the Case”Petitioner, a previously convicted felon, was arrested when the police found him in possession of another… Continued

Facts of the CasePetitioner Dowling was convicted of robbing a Virgin Islands bank while wearing a ski mask and carrying a small… Continued

Facts of the CasePetitioner Glen Burton Ake, an indigent, was charged with first-degree murder and shooting with intent to kill…. Continued

Facts of the Case”Faced with Medicaid costs beyond its budget, the state of Tennessee proposed to reduce from 20 to 14 the number… Continued

Facts of the CaseDuring events following defendant’s taking of a hostage and escape from custody, a shot he fired killed an… Continued

Why is the case important?The Plaintiffs, two orthopedic surgeons (Plaintiffs), sued the Defendant, the American Academy of… Continued

Why is the case important?The police brought a suspect to the station and took his fingerprints without having probable cause… Continued

Why is the case important?The Supreme Court of the United States granted certiorari to determine resolve a dispute whether a… Continued

Why is the case important?Three individuals were arrested after a car and a truck were pulled over on the highway. A substantial… Continued

Why is the case important?The defendant, Charles Carney (the “defendant”), was arrested for possession of marijuana for sale,… Continued