October Term 2021 · Docket 20-843
Does New York require a special reason to carry a gun?
the sides that brought the case seek to strike down a permit requirement. the opposing sides defend the state's public safety rules.
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October Term 2021 · Docket 20-1143
Do federal courts hear motions to confirm arbitration awards?
Parties dispute whether federal courts hold jurisdiction over motions to confirm or vacate arbitration awards.
October Term 2021 · Docket 20-804
Does a college board's censure of a member violate free speech?
A college board censured a member for his speech. He claims this punishment violates his First Amendment rights.
October Term 2021 · Docket 21-463
Can federal courts block Texas abortion law enforcement?
Clinics seek federal injunctions against Texas officials. Texas argues federal courts lack jurisdiction.
October Term 2021 · Docket 21-588
Can the federal government sue to stop a state law that bypasses federal courts?
The federal government argues Texas law defies federal supremacy. Texas argues the law targets only specific conduct.
October Term 2021 · Docket 20-443
Can federal courts of appeals impose new rules on death penalty trials?
The government argues the First Circuit wrongly created a new reliability rule. The defendant argues the rule protects fair sentencing.
October Term 2021 · Docket 20-480
Does a dual-status technician's civilian pay count as uniformed service?
A retired technician argues his civilian pay qualifies for a Social Security exception. The government says only military pay counts.
October Term 2021 · Docket 20-601
Can a state attorney general appeal a judgment after missing the statutory deadline?
Kentucky officials dispute whether a late appeal by the Attorney General violates federal procedural rules.
October Term 2021 · Docket 20-659
Does a favorable termination require proof of innocence?
the side that brought the case argues a case ends favorably when prosecution fails. the opposing side argues it requires an affirmative finding of innocence.
October Term 2021 · Docket 20-827
Can the government block all discovery in a detainee abuse case?
The government seeks to stop all evidence gathering. The detainee seeks to prove abuse occurred.
October Term 2021 · Docket 20-637
Can a defendant forfeit Confrontation Clause rights by opening the door to evidence?
The dispute centers on whether a criminal defendant loses the right to exclude testimonial hearsay when they introduce evidence that contradicts it.
October Term 2021 · Docket 20-826
Does the Brecht standard replace AEDPA deference in habeas cases?
The dispute centers on whether federal courts must apply both Brecht and AEDPA standards when reviewing state court decisions.
October Term 2021 · Docket 143 ORIG.
Does groundwater crossing state lines belong to the state it passes through?
Mississippi claims Tennessee pumps water that belongs to Mississippi. Tennessee argues the water is shared and lawfully used.
October Term 2021 · Docket 20-5279
Do crimes in one episode count as separate occasions?
The dispute centers on whether the Armed Career Criminal Act treats crimes in a single episode as separate occasions.
October Term 2020 · Docket 20-5904
Does the First Step Act lower crack cocaine penalties?
the side that brought the case seeks retroactive relief. The government opposes this change.
October Term 2020 · Docket 19-1039
Can a private pipeline company sue a state in federal court to seize land?
PennEast Pipeline seeks to condemn New Jersey land. New Jersey claims state immunity blocks the suit.
October Term 2020 · Docket 20-255
Can schools discipline students for off-campus social media posts?
A student sent a vulgar message about cheerleading coaches on social media. The school suspended her. She claims the First Amendment protects her speech.
October Term 2020 · Docket 20-437
Does a void removal order bar reentry prosecution?
The government seeks to convict a man for reentry. He argues his prior removal order was void.
October Term 2020 · Docket 20-472
Can a new refinery claim a small-refinery exemption extension?
HollyFrontier seeks a waiver. The Renewable Fuels Association opposes the request.
October Term 2020 · Docket 19-251
Does California's donor disclosure law violate First Amendment rights?
Americans for Prosperity Foundation challenges California's requirement for charities to publicly list top donors.