October Term 2023 · Docket 23-939
Does a former president hold absolute criminal immunity for official acts?
The dispute centers on whether a former president can be criminally prosecuted for actions taken while in office.
October Term 2023
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October Term 2023 · Docket 23-726
Does EMTALA override state abortion bans for pregnant patients in crisis?
the sides that brought the case argue state law controls medical practice. The government claims federal law mandates stabilizing care.
October Term 2023 · Docket 23-334
Can a spouse challenge a visa denial without a stated reason?
Sandra Muñoz argues the State denied her husband a visa without explanation. The State claims broad discretion over visa denials.
October Term 2023 · Docket 23-367
Can district courts apply standard injunction tests to labor disputes?
Starbucks argues district courts must use standard legal tests. The government says labor boards control these decisions.
October Term 2023 · Docket 22-1218
Does a federal court keep jurisdiction after staying a case for arbitration?
the sides that brought the case want a stay that preserves court control. the opposing sides want a dismissal that ends court power.
October Term 2023 · Docket 23-175
Can cities ban sleeping outdoors when no shelter beds exist?
Grants Pass wants to enforce camping bans. Johnson argues the Eighth Amendment forbids punishing homelessness when shelter is unavailable.
October Term 2023 · Docket 22-982
Should appellate courts reweigh evidence in capital sentencing appeals?
the sides that brought the case seek a new standard for reviewing factual findings in death penalty cases.
October Term 2023 · Docket 23-5572
Does obstructing evidence require actual impairment of a proceeding?
The dispute centers on whether a defendant must actually impair a proceeding to violate the obstruction statute.
October Term 2023 · Docket 23-108
Does federal law punish local officials for any benefit or only corrupt intent?
The dispute centers on whether federal law requires proof of corrupt intent to punish local officials who receive benefits.
October Term 2023 · Docket 23-50
Does a valid charge block a Fourth Amendment malicious prosecution claim?
the sides that brought the case seek to sue for malicious prosecution despite a valid charge. the opposing sides argue the valid charge defeats the claim.
October Term 2023 · Docket 23-370
Can judges decide if prior crimes count as separate offenses?
the sides that brought the case argue judges must only verify prior convictions. The government argues judges must decide if those crimes were separate.
October Term 2023 · Docket 23-235
Can doctors sue over FDA mail-order abortion rules?
Doctors claim FDA ignored safety data. FDA says the drug is safe.
October Term 2023 · Docket 23-21
Does a missed filing deadline strip the Federal Circuit of jurisdiction?
the sides that brought the case argue the deadline is a procedural rule. The government claims it is a jurisdictional limit.
October Term 2023 · Docket 23-250
Does the Self-Determination Act require the government to pay tribes for indirect healthcare costs?
The San Carlos Apache Tribe seeks full reimbursement for indirect costs. The Department of Health and Human Services argues the law limits this payment.
October Term 2023 · Docket 141 ORIG.
Can the United States veto a Rio Grande water settlement between Texas and New Mexico?
Texas and New Mexico seek a water settlement. The United States opposes the decree. The Court must decide if federal consent is required.
October Term 2023 · Docket 22-1025
Does probable cause bar all retaliatory arrest claims?
The dispute centers on whether probable cause always defeats a claim that police arrested someone for retaliation.
October Term 2023 · Docket 22-1079
Who qualifies as a party in interest in Chapter 11 bankruptcy?
The dispute centers on whether an insurer paying asbestos claims holds standing to participate in bankruptcy proceedings.
October Term 2023 · Docket 23-14
Can experts testify that a defendant fits a criminal profile?
The dispute centers on whether Rule 704(b) bars expert testimony that a defendant shares traits with a criminal class.
October Term 2023 · Docket 22-842
Can regulators pressure insurers to drop disfavored clients?
The NRA claims New York regulators coerced insurers into dropping its business. The state argues it only urged risk management.
October Term 2023 · Docket 23-411
Can the government force private platforms to remove protected speech?
Missouri claims federal officials coerced social media companies to suppress user content. The government argues it only persuaded private speakers.