October Term 2018 · Docket 16-1498
Does the Yakama treaty block Washington state fuel taxes on tribal members?
Cougar Den argues the treaty bars state fuel taxes. Washington claims the tax applies to all buyers.
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October Term 2018 · Docket 17-1026
Does a guilty plea waiver bar a claim of ineffective assistance of counsel?
The dispute centers on whether a defendant can challenge a guilty plea waiver for ineffective assistance of counsel.
October Term 2018 · Docket 17-1272
Who decides if a contract dispute goes to arbitration?
Schein argues courts must enforce delegation clauses. Archer argues courts must first verify the contract exists.
October Term 2018 · Docket 17-988
Does a general arbitration clause authorize class claims?
The dispute centers on whether a broad contract clause permits class arbitration.
October Term 2018 · Docket 16-1363
Does a delay in arrest end mandatory detention for criminal aliens?
The dispute centers on whether a criminal alien must remain in mandatory detention if the government fails to arrest them immediately after their release from state custody.
October Term 2018 · Docket 17-1104
Do manufacturers owe a duty to warn about asbestos added later?
The dispute centers on whether equipment makers must warn users about asbestos added by third parties.
October Term 2018 · Docket 17-5554
Does slight force qualify as a violent felony?
The dispute centers on whether Florida robbery requires violent force for federal sentencing enhancements.
October Term 2018 · Docket 17-765
Does a mobile home count as a dwelling for federal sentencing?
The dispute centers on whether a mobile home qualifies as a dwelling under the Armed Career Criminal Act.
October Term 2018 · Docket 17-340
Do independent contractor agreements count as employment contracts under federal arbitration law?
The dispute centers on whether the Federal Arbitration Act exempts independent contractor agreements from mandatory arbitration clauses.
October Term 2018 · Docket 17-6086
Does the Sex Offender Registration Act violate the nondelegation doctrine?
the sides that brought the case argue the law gives prosecutors unchecked power to expand registration rules. The government claims the statute sets clear limits.
October Term 2018 · Docket 17-7505
Can a state execute a prisoner who cannot remember the crime?
Vernon Madison claims his dementia prevents him from understanding his execution. Alabama argues his memory loss does not bar the sentence.
October Term 2018 · Docket 17-587
Does the Age Act cover small fire districts?
The dispute centers on whether the Age Act covers small fire districts.
October Term 2018 · Docket 17-71
Can agencies designate critical habitat where a species no longer survives?
Weyerhaeuser argues the Endangered Species Act forbids designating land that cannot currently support the dusky gopher frog.
October Term 2017 · Docket 17-965
Does the President have authority to restrict entry beyond Congress's statutory framework?
Hawaii argues the entry ban conflicts with congressional law and the Constitution. The government claims it serves national security needs.
October Term 2017 · Docket 16-1220
Must U.S. courts accept a foreign government's statement of its own law?
the sides that brought the case seek independent review of Chinese law. the opposing sides demand strict deference to the Chinese government's interpretation.
October Term 2017 · Docket 17-586
Can a state appeal a court order to consult on redistricting before the final map is drawn?
Texas officials seek to appeal a federal order requiring them to consult with mapmakers. Opponents argue this order is not final and cannot be appealed yet.
October Term 2017 · Docket 17-130
Do SEC hearing officers count as appointed officials?
the sides that brought the case argue SEC hearing officers are appointed officials. The Commission says they are not.
October Term 2017 · Docket 17-459
Does a missing hearing date stop the clock on an immigrant's continuous presence?
The dispute centers on whether a notice to appear without a specific hearing date ends an immigrant's period of continuous presence.
October Term 2017 · Docket 17-5639
Can a district court change a sentence without explaining its reasoning?
The dispute centers on whether a lower court must provide a specific reason when it modifies a criminal sentence.
October Term 2017 · Docket 16-1519
Does the Mandatory Victims Restitution Act cover private investigation costs?
The dispute centers on whether victims can recover private investigation expenses under federal restitution law.