October Term 2003 — page 2

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  1. October Term 2003 · Docket 03-5554

    Does the Fourth Amendment allow police to force a detained person to state their name?

    The dispute centers on whether a state law requiring detained individuals to identify themselves violates constitutional protections against unreasonable searches.

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    Hiibel v. Sixth Judicial Dist. Court of Nev., Humboldt Cty.
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  2. October Term 2003 · Docket 03-44

    Does federal fraud law require a link to federal funds?

    The dispute centers on whether federal fraud statutes demand proof that local crimes connect to federal spending.

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    Sabri v. United States
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  3. October Term 2003 · Docket 03-218

    Does the Child Online Protection Act violate the First Amendment?

    The ACLU argues the law bans protected adult speech. The government claims it protects children from online pornography.

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    Ashcroft v. American Civil Liberties Union
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  4. October Term 2003 · Docket 02-1606

    Can private parties sue a state in bankruptcy court?

    the sides that brought the case seek to sue Tennessee. the opposing sides claim sovereign immunity blocks the suit.

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    Tennessee Student Assistance Corporation v. Hood
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  5. October Term 2003 · Docket 02-1684

    Does a juvenile's age affect custody status?

    The dispute centers on whether a suspect's age matters during police questioning.

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    Yarborough v. Alvarado
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  6. October Term 2003 · Docket 02-1794

    Can Customs Officials Open Gas Tanks During Border Searches?

    The dispute centers on whether border agents may open a vehicle's gas tank without a warrant or specific suspicion.

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    United States v. Flores-Montano.
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  7. October Term 2003 · Docket 02-1603

    Can a jury ignore mitigating evidence if not all members agree to reject it?

    Defense lawyers argue that a jury instruction requiring unanimity to reject mitigating evidence violates the Constitution. The state argues the instruction was proper.

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    Beard v. Banks
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  8. October Term 2003 · Docket 02-1657

    Does a missed 30-day deadline bar attorney fee claims?

    A veteran seeks court fees after winning a disability case. The government argues he missed the filing deadline.

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    Scarborough v. Principi
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  9. October Term 2003 · Docket 02-857

    Does a credit limit fee count as a finance charge?

    Credit card issuers and consumers dispute how to classify limit-exceedance fees under federal law.

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    Household Credit Services, Inc. v. Pfennig
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  10. October Term 2003 · Docket 03-107

    Can Congress override tribal sovereignty limits?

    The dispute centers on whether Congress exceeded its power when amending the Indian Civil Rights Act.

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    United States v. Lara
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  11. October Term 2003 · Docket 02-1593

    Does the 1872 Mining Law cover sand and gravel?

    the sides that brought the case claim the government cannot tax their sand and gravel extraction. The government disputes this legal interpretation.

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    BedRoc Limited, LLC v. United States
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  12. October Term 2003 · Docket 02-1809

    Does the Tax Injunction Act block federal suits against state tax credits?

    the sides that brought the case seek to stop a state tax credit. the opposing sides argue federal courts lack jurisdiction to hear this claim.

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    Hibbs v. Winn
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  13. October Term 2003 · Docket 02-1343

    Can states ban specific car models?

    Car makers argue federal law blocks state vehicle bans. California officials claim local rules fit within federal limits.

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    Engine Mfrs. Assn. v. South Coast Air Quality Management Dist.
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  14. October Term 2003 · Docket 02-626

    Does moving water via pumps require a federal permit?

    The Miccosukee Tribe argues the Clean Water Act mandates permits for water movement. The Water Management District claims simple water transfer needs no permit.

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    South Fla. Water Management Dist. v. Miccosukee Tribe
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  15. October Term 2003 · Docket 02-1667

    Does the ADA allow federal courts to hear state disability claims?

    Tennessee argues the ADA exceeds federal power. Lane argues it validly enforces the Fourteenth Amendment.

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    Tennessee v. Lane
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  16. October Term 2003 · Docket 02-458

    Can a sole owner join a business benefit plan?

    the sides that brought the case seek to include sole owners in employee benefit plans. the opposing sides oppose this inclusion.

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    Raymond
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