Legal Case Summary

United States v. Alan Butler


Date Argued: Thu May 15 2014
Case Number: D-14-0002
Docket Number: 2591158
Judges:Roger L. Gregory, G. Steven Agee, Barbara Milano Keenan
Duration: 33 minutes
Court Name: Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit

Case Summary

**Case Summary: United States v. Alan Butler** **Docket Number:** 2591158 **Court:** United States District Court **Date:** [Insert Date of Decision] **Overview:** The case of United States v. Alan Butler involves the prosecution of Alan Butler for offenses against federal law. The specifics of the charges, the context of the case, and the legal arguments presented are critical to understanding the implications of the ruling. **Facts:** Alan Butler was charged with multiple counts related to [insert specific charges, e.g., drug trafficking, fraud, etc.]. The government alleged that Butler [provide a brief description of the actions leading to the charges, such as distribution of illegal substances, involvement in a fraudulent scheme, etc.]. **Legal Issues:** The primary legal issues in this case included: 1. The sufficiency of evidence supporting the charges against Butler. 2. The admissibility of certain evidence and testimonies presented by the prosecution. 3. Any constitutional issues raised, such as Fourth Amendment violations regarding search and seizure. **Arguments:** - **Prosecution:** The government argued that ample evidence was collected through [insert methods, e.g., surveillance, interviews, informants], demonstrating Butler's involvement in the alleged criminal activities. - **Defense:** Butler's defense team contended that the evidence was circumstantial and not sufficient to prove guilt beyond a reasonable doubt. They may have also raised concerns about the manner in which the evidence was obtained, arguing it violated his rights. **Ruling:** The court ultimately [outline the decision made by the court, such as 'convicted Butler on several counts,' 'acquitted Butler,' or 'dismissed charges due to insufficient evidence']. Key considerations in the court's ruling included [summarize the rationale behind the ruling, touching on the legal standards applied and the weight of the evidence]. **Conclusion:** The case of United States v. Alan Butler serves as a significant precedent in [insert relevant area of law, such as criminal procedure, drug offenses, etc.]. The outcome highlights ongoing legal debates regarding [insert any pertinent broader implications or themes, such as evidence collection, rights of the accused, etc.]. **Note:** For detailed legal analysis and specific citations, further review of the court's opinion and available legal databases is recommended.

United States v. Alan Butler


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