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.
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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.
October Term 2000 · Docket 99-9073
Should federal courts review sentencing decisions with fresh eyes or defer to trial judges?
The dispute centers on whether appellate courts must re-evaluate sentencing facts or accept the trial judge's findings.
October Term 2000 · Docket 99-9136
Can a defendant challenge a prior conviction during federal sentencing?
The dispute centers on whether a defendant may attack the validity of a prior conviction used to enhance a federal sentence.
October Term 2000 · Docket 00-949
Does Florida law require a uniform standard for counting ballots?
The dispute centers on whether Florida election officials applied inconsistent standards during the recount.
October Term 2000 · Docket 99-1551
Can a state court ignore a federal judgment's finality?
Parties dispute whether a state court must honor a federal judgment's finality.
October Term 2000 · Docket 99-1687
Does the First Amendment protect the publication of illegally intercepted private conversations?
the sides that brought the case seek damages for the broadcast of their private conversation. the opposing sides claim the First Amendment shields their publication of that information.
October Term 2000 · Docket 98-1768
Does federal law block state fraud claims against medical device makers?
Plaintiffs seek state damages for device fraud. Buckman argues federal law preempts these claims.
October Term 2000 · Docket 99-1408
Is a custodial arrest for a minor traffic violation reasonable under the Fourth Amendment?
The dispute centers on whether police may arrest a driver for a minor traffic offense without a warrant.
October Term 2000 · Docket 00-836
Did Florida's highest court change election laws?
the sides that brought the case claim the Florida Supreme Court altered statutory rules. the opposing sides assert the court applied existing state law.
October Term 2000 · Docket 99-1331
Can a shipowner limit liability to defeat a seaman's Jones Act claim?
A seaman seeks full damages under the Jones Act. The shipowner argues the Limited Liability Act caps those damages.
October Term 2000 · Docket 99-1571
Does a dual-spring sign stand design qualify for patent protection?
The parties dispute whether a specific sign stand mechanism meets patent law requirements.
October Term 2000 · Docket 99-1680
Does a city license denial for adult business violations violate free speech rights?
A business claims its license denial for code violations infringes free speech. The city argues the law meets constitutional standards.
October Term 2000 · Docket 99-1792
Can states tax banks for cooperatives?
Missouri seeks to tax a cooperative bank. The bank claims federal law blocks that tax.
October Term 2000 · Docket 99-1864
Does race drive North Carolina district lines?
Appellants claim race dominated district drawing. Appellees argue race did not drive the lines.
October Term 2000 · Docket 99-8576
Does a significant difference test measure Strickland prejudice?
The dispute centers on the correct standard for measuring prejudice under Strickland v. Washington.
October Term 2000 · Docket 99-1434
Does the Harmonized Tariff Schedule bind the government?
The government and Mead Corp. dispute the legal force of tariff classifications.
October Term 2000 · Docket 99-1529
Does ERISA preempt Washington's divorce revocation statute?
the sides that brought the case argue Washington law conflicts with federal employee benefit rules. the opposing sides claim the state statute remains valid.
October Term 2000 · Docket 99-6218
Does a state law violate due process if it criminalizes conduct without prior notice?
the side that brought the case argues Tennessee's homicide law lacked fair warning. The state claims the law provided clear notice.
October Term 2000 · Docket 99-1257
Can the EPA revise ozone standards despite congressional limits?
Ohio and trucking groups claim the EPA broke the law by changing ozone rules. The EPA argues Congress gave it this power.