October Term 2007 · Docket 06-571
Does receiving a gun for drugs count as using it?
The dispute centers on whether accepting a firearm in a drug trade satisfies the federal statute's definition of using a gun.
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October Term 2007 · Docket 06-1005
Does the federal money laundering statute cover all crime proceeds or only profits?
The government argues the law covers all crime receipts. The defendants argue it covers only profits.
October Term 2007 · Docket 06-766
Can New York force parties to use primaries for judicial nominations?
New York mandates party primaries for judicial nominations. Challengers claim this rule burdens voter participation.
October Term 2007 · Docket 06-6330
Can a judge reject the 100-to-1 crack sentencing ratio?
The dispute centers on whether district courts may impose lower sentences for crack cocaine offenses despite the statutory 100-to-1 quantity ratio.
October Term 2007 · Docket 06-7949
Should appellate courts apply a deferential standard when reviewing federal drug sentences?
The dispute centers on whether appellate courts must defer to district court sentencing decisions that deviate from federal guidelines.
October Term 2007 · Docket 06-637
Can a school district deny a child a proper public placement and refuse to pay for private school tuition?
A family seeks tuition reimbursement after the district failed to provide a suitable public education for a child with a disability.
October Term 2007 · Docket 06-713
Can a state force political parties to share ballot access with non-endorsed candidates?
Washington voters adopted a top-two system that lets parties choose nominees but forces them to share the ballot with outsiders.