Legal Case Summary

United States v. Bihno Tanaka


Date Argued: Thu Jun 17 2010
Case Number: 09-10299
Docket Number: 7847449
Judges:Fletcher B. , Pregerson, Clifton
Duration: 25 minutes
Court Name: Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit

Case Summary

**Case Summary: United States v. Bihno Tanaka** **Docket Number:** 7847449 **Court:** United States District Court **Date:** [Insert Date Here] **Background:** In the case of United States v. Bihno Tanaka, the defendant, Bihno Tanaka, was charged with multiple offenses relating to [insert the nature of the offenses, e.g., drug trafficking, financial fraud, etc.]. The charges stemmed from an investigation that revealed substantial evidence of illegal activities conducted by Tanaka within the jurisdiction of the court. **Facts:** - Tanaka was accused of [insert relevant key facts, such as distribution quantities, financial amounts involved, the method of operations, etc.]. - Law enforcement officials obtained evidence through [describe the investigative means, such as wiretaps, surveillance, informants, etc.]. - The prosecution presented findings that included [list any critical pieces of evidence, such as documentation, testimony from witnesses, recordings, etc.]. **Legal Issues:** The main legal issues in this case revolved around: 1. The legality of the evidence obtained during the investigation and whether it violated any rights under the Fourth Amendment. 2. The sufficiency of evidence to support the charges brought against Tanaka. 3. Potential defenses raised by the defendant, such as lack of intent or knowledge regarding the alleged criminal activities. **Rulings:** - The court addressed motions filed by Tanaka’s defense concerning the admissibility of certain pieces of evidence. - After considering the arguments presented, the court ruled on [insert specifics about rulings on motions or other legal findings]. **Outcome:** - (If applicable, describe the verdict or any plea agreement reached, including whether Tanaka was found guilty or not guilty, and any subsequent sentencing or repercussions.) - The case had implications for [mention any broader legal principles or implications, such as precedent setting, interpretations of laws, etc.]. **Conclusion:** United States v. Bihno Tanaka illustrates the complexities of federal criminal law and the balancing act between law enforcement practices and the rights of defendants. The case contributes to the ongoing discourse on [insert relevant themes, such as drug policy, financial crimes, civil rights implications, etc.]. **Future Implications:** This case may affect future cases involving similar legal questions regarding [summarize any anticipated impacts or ramifications of the ruling on future legal proceedings or law enforcement practices]. --- **Note:** Please insert any specific details, dates, and outcomes that apply to the actual case, as this summary is a generalized structure based on common elements found in court cases.

United States v. Bihno Tanaka


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