Legal Case Summary

Jesus Jehovah v. Harold W. Clarke, Director


Date Argued: Tue May 12 2015
Case Number: 27522
Docket Number: 2656507
Judges:William B. Traxler, Jr., Roger L. Gregory, Henry F. Floyd
Duration: 29 minutes
Court Name: Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit

Case Summary

**Case Summary: Jesus Jehovah v. Harold W. Clarke, Director** **Docket Number:** 2656507 **Court:** [Specify Court, e.g., Virginia Supreme Court] **Date:** [Specify Date, e.g., Date of Decision] **Parties Involved:** - **Plaintiff/Appellant:** Jesus Jehovah - **Defendant/Appellee:** Harold W. Clarke, Director **Facts:** Jesus Jehovah, the appellant, filed a legal action against Harold W. Clarke, the Director of [Specify Department, e.g., Virginia Department of Corrections]. The case arose from grievances pertaining to [Specify Relevant Issues, e.g., prison conditions, administrative decisions, or violation of rights]. The appellant claimed that these actions by the Director violated his [Specify Rights, e.g., First Amendment rights or other constitutional rights]. **Legal Issues:** The primary legal issue presented before the court was whether the actions taken by Harold W. Clarke, as the Director, were lawful and in compliance with applicable regulations and constitutional rights. Additionally, the case examined whether the grievances raised by the appellant warranted relief under the law. **Arguments:** - **Plaintiff's Argument:** Jesus Jehovah argued that the Director's actions constituted a violation of [Specify Violations], which adversely affected his rights and well-being. The plaintiff sought [Specify Remedy/Relief, e.g., injunctive relief, monetary damages, or changes to policies]. - **Defendant's Argument:** Harold W. Clarke contended that the policies and actions implemented were within his legal authority and followed proper procedures as outlined by institutional regulations. The defense maintained that there was no violation of rights as alleged by the appellant. **Court's Analysis:** The court reviewed the evidence presented by both parties, including testimonies, documentation of policies, and prior case law relevant to the issues at hand. The analysis focused on the balance between institutional authority and individual rights, with considerations of statutory frameworks that govern corrections. **Decision:** [Specify the Decision, e.g., The court upheld the decision of the lower court, ruling in favor of Harold W. Clarke, or reversed the lower court's decision in favor of Jesus Jehovah. Provide a brief explanation of the rationale behind the decision.] **Conclusion:** This case underscores the ongoing legal balance between correctional administration and the protection of individual rights. The outcome of Jesus Jehovah v. Harold W. Clarke may set a precedent for similar cases involving the rights of incarcerated individuals and the authority of correctional officials. **Key Takeaways:** 1. The case highlights issues of [Specify Issues, e.g., civil rights within the correctional system]. 2. Legal implications for [Specify affected areas, e.g., the treatment of inmates, administrative discretion]. 3. [List any potential future impact on case law or policy reform]. **Note:** For specific details regarding the ruling, the context of the case, and any relevant precedents, please refer to official court documents associated with docket number 2656507.

Jesus Jehovah v. Harold W. Clarke, Director


Oral Audio Transcript(Beta version)

no audio transcript available