Legal Case Summary

Pena v. Terhune


Date Argued: Mon Sep 08 2003
Case Number: 01-16838
Docket Number: 7861168
Judges:Schroeder, O'scannlain, Tashima
Duration: 16 minutes
Court Name: Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit

Case Summary

**Case Summary: Pena v. Terhune, Docket No. 7861168** **Court:** [Insert Court Name] **Date:** [Insert Date] **Parties:** - **Appellant:** Pena - **Appellee:** Terhune **Background:** Pena filed a case against Terhune, raising several legal issues pertaining to [insert relevant legal matters, e.g., constitutional rights, prison conditions, etc.]. The appellant argued that certain actions taken by the appellee violated their rights under [insert relevant laws or amendments, e.g., the Eighth Amendment, due process]. **Facts:** Pena was [insert relevant details about the individual's situation, e.g., an inmate at a correctional facility, the nature of the claims against Terhune, etc.]. The complaints centered around [describe the specific allegations and context, such as inadequate medical care, lack of due process, etc.]. Pena sought [describe the relief sought by the appellant, such as injunctive relief, monetary damages, etc.]. **Legal Issues:** The primary legal issues in the case included: 1. Whether Terhune's actions constituted a violation of Pena's constitutional rights. 2. The applicability of [insert relevant statutes, if applicable] to the circumstances surrounding the case. 3. [Any additional legal issues raised in the case]. **Court's Analysis:** In its opinion, the court examined the standards for [insert relevant standards, e.g., deliberate indifference, procedural fairness, etc.]. It considered the evidence presented, including affidavits, testimonies, and any relevant documentation. The court weighed the arguments of both parties and analyzed the implications of existing case law related to the issues presented. **Decision:** The court ultimately ruled [state the court's decision, e.g., affirming, reversing, or remanding the case]. The judgment was based on [summarize the rationale behind the court's decision]. **Conclusion:** The outcome of Pena v. Terhune has implications for [discuss the potential impact on similar cases or broader legal principles]. The case highlights the ongoing discussions surrounding [insert any relevant topics, such as prisoners' rights, state obligations, etc.]. **Note:** For more detailed information, including specific legal citations and the full text of the opinion, further review of court documents is recommended.

Pena v. Terhune


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