Legal Case Summary

American Civil Liberties Union v. Anthony Tata


Date Argued: Wed Oct 30 2013
Case Number: 14-20450
Docket Number: 2591418
Judges:William B. Traxler Jr., James A. Wynn, Jr., George L. Russell III
Duration: 43 minutes
Court Name: Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit

Case Summary

**Case Summary: American Civil Liberties Union v. Anthony Tata** **Docket Number:** 2591418 **Court:** [Specify Court, e.g., United States District Court, etc.] **Date:** [Specify Date, e.g., Filing Date, Decision Date, etc.] **Parties Involved:** - **Plaintiff:** American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) - **Defendant:** Anthony Tata (position within government, e.g., Secretary of the Department of Defense, etc.) **Background:** The case centers around a dispute involving the ACLU and Anthony Tata regarding issues related to civil liberties. The ACLU, a prominent nonprofit organization dedicated to defending individual rights and freedoms guaranteed by the Constitution, filed the lawsuit to challenge actions taken by Tata in his capacity as [define role, e.g., a government official]. **Legal Issue:** The core legal issue in this case revolved around the alleged infringement of civil liberties, with particular focus on [specify the right or amendment in question, e.g., First Amendment rights, freedom of speech, etc.]. The ACLU contended that actions or policies implemented under Tata's authority were unconstitutional and violated citizens' rights. **Arguments:** - **Plaintiff's Argument:** The ACLU argued that the actions of Anthony Tata led to [specific harms or constitutional violations], thereby infringing on [civil liberties or rights]. They sought [specific relief or remedy, e.g., an injunction, damages, declaration of rights, etc.]. - **Defendant's Argument:** Tata, representing the governmental interest, argued that the policies in question were justified under [specific legal frameworks or justifications, e.g., national security, public safety, etc.]. He maintained that the measures enacted were necessary and did not constitute a violation of constitutional rights. **Ruling:** The [court] issued a ruling on the case, [summarize the court's decision, e.g., dismissing the lawsuit, granting the ACLU's request, etc.]. The court's decision addressed the balance between governmental authority and individual rights, referencing [specific precedents, constitutional interpretations, etc.]. **Significance:** This case highlighted the ongoing tension between civil liberties and government power, particularly in the context of [specify broader societal issues or trends, e.g., security measures post-9/11, surveillance, etc.]. The outcome has implications for [discuss potential impacts on future litigation, policy, or civil rights], reinforcing the role of organizations like the ACLU in challenging perceived overreach by the government. **Conclusion:** The case of American Civil Liberties Union v. Anthony Tata serves as a critical examination of civil liberties within the framework of government action, illustrating the enduring role of legal challenges in protecting individual rights in the face of official government policies. (Note: Please fill in specific dates, court names, and details as applicable since the information provided is generic and illustrative.)

American Civil Liberties Union v. Anthony Tata


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