October Term 2000 · Docket 00-5250
Can a state limit a defendant's right to present mitigation evidence?
The dispute centers on whether South Carolina can restrict a defendant's ability to show mitigating factors during sentencing.
Arguments on 2001-01-09
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October Term 2000 · Docket 99-2071
Does federal law violate equal protection by treating mothers and fathers differently in citizenship transmission?
the sides that brought the case argue federal citizenship rules discriminate against fathers. The government claims Congress holds plenary power over naturalization.