Legal Case Summary

Pollard v. United States Parol


Date Argued: Wed May 17 2017
Case Number: 16-2918
Docket Number: 6063044
Judges:Not available
Duration: 26 minutes
Court Name: Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit

Case Summary

**Case Summary: Pollard v. United States Parole (Docket Number: 6063044)** **Court:** United States District Court **Date:** [Insert Date Here] **Facts of the Case:** In Pollard v. United States Parole, the petitioner, Jonathan Pollard, sought relief regarding the terms of his parole following his conviction for espionage. Pollard, a former intelligence analyst for the United States Navy, was convicted in 1987 for spying for Israel, an act that garnered significant media attention and public controversy. After serving over 30 years of his sentence, Pollard was released on parole. Upon his release, Pollard faced stringent restrictions under his parole terms, including prohibitions on international travel, limitations on the use of electronic communication, and mandatory check-ins with his parole officer. Pollard argued that these restrictions were overly burdensome and violated his rights under the law. **Legal Issues:** The primary legal issues in this case revolved around the legitimacy and scope of the imposed parole conditions and whether they were consistent with federal guidelines and Pollard’s rights as a parolee. 1. **Constitutionality of Parole Conditions:** Are the conditions imposed on Pollard by the United States Parole Commission constitutional and reasonable? 2. **Rights of Parolees:** To what extent do parolees retain their civil liberties and rights following their release? **Arguments:** - **Petitioner’s Argument:** Pollard contended that the conditions of his parole were excessively restrictive and an infringement on his fundamental rights, leading to an argument for the modification or removal of these conditions. - **Government’s Argument:** The United States Parole Commission argued that the conditions were necessary for national security purposes, given the nature of Pollard’s offense, and that they adhered to legal standards for monitoring high-risk parolees. **Court’s Decision:** The court reviewed the evidence and arguments presented by both parties, focusing on the balance between public safety and individual rights. The court ultimately ruled [insert court's ruling here, e.g., "in favor of the United States Parole Commission," or "in favor of Pollard"], finding that [insert rationale for the ruling]. **Conclusion:** Pollard v. United States Parole highlights the complexities involved in balancing national security interests with the rights of individuals on parole. The case sets a precedent for future considerations regarding the conditions of parole, especially for those convicted of high-profile offenses. **Note:** Further details, including the complete opinion and any dissenting views, can be referenced in the court’s official documentation.

Pollard v. United States Parol


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