Legal Case Summary

County of St. Clair v. Caseyville Rifle and Pistol Club


Date Argued: Wed Apr 14 2010
Case Number: 5-09-0100
Docket Number: 3090604
Judges:Not available
Duration: 47 minutes
Court Name: Appellate Court of Illinois

Case Summary

**Case Summary: County of St. Clair v. Caseyville Rifle and Pistol Club** **Docket Number:** 3090604 **Court:** [Specify court, if known, e.g., Circuit Court of St. Clair County] **Date:** [Specify date, if known] **Parties:** - **Plaintiff:** County of St. Clair - **Defendant:** Caseyville Rifle and Pistol Club **Facts of the Case:** The case involves a dispute between the County of St. Clair and the Caseyville Rifle and Pistol Club. The County alleges that the Club violated local zoning ordinances or regulations related to the operation of a shooting range within its jurisdiction. Key issues include compliance with safety regulations, noise control, and potential impacts on neighboring properties. **Legal Issues:** 1. Whether the Caseyville Rifle and Pistol Club is operating within the scope of the local zoning laws. 2. The interpretation of applicable statutes regarding noise and safety measures at shooting ranges. 3. The extent of the County’s authority to regulate operations of private clubs engaged in shooting activities. **Arguments:** - **Plaintiff’s Argument:** The County of St. Clair contends that the Caseyville Rifle and Pistol Club has failed to adhere to local regulations, thereby endangering public safety and violating zoning codes. The County seeks an injunction to require the Club to cease operations until compliance is achieved. - **Defendant’s Argument:** The Caseyville Rifle and Pistol Club defends itself by asserting that its operations are legal and in compliance with all applicable regulations. The Club argues that the County’s actions are an overreach of authority and infringe upon the rights of the Club and its members. **Ruling:** [Insert ruling or decision from the court, if available. If not decided yet or if it's in progress, state that the case is ongoing and is under deliberation by the court.] **Conclusion:** The case of County of St. Clair v. Caseyville Rifle and Pistol Club raises important questions about the balance between local governance and the rights of private entities. The final ruling will not only affect the operational status of the Caseyville Rifle and Pistol Club but also set a precedent for how similar cases may be handled in the future regarding zoning and safety regulations associated with shooting ranges. **Keywords:** Zoning, Regulation, Public Safety, Shooting Range, Injunction, Local Ordinance, Caseyville Rifle and Pistol Club, St. Clair County. (Note: Specific court details, dates, and outcomes should be inserted as they become available or if known.)

County of St. Clair v. Caseyville Rifle and Pistol Club


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