Legal Case Summary

United States v. Burt


Date Argued: Thu Jan 13 2005
Case Number: 04-10240
Docket Number: 7858727
Judges:Bright, Tashima, Callahan
Duration: 22 minutes
Court Name: Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit

Case Summary

**Case Summary: United States v. Burt** **Docket Number:** 7858727 **Court:** [Specify the Court, e.g., United States District Court] **Date:** [Specify Date of Decision, if available] **Overview:** United States v. Burt is a federal case involving the defendant, [Defendant's Full Name], who was charged with [specific charges, e.g., drug trafficking, conspiracy, etc.]. The case highlights important legal issues related to [specific legal principles or themes relevant to the case, e.g., constitutional rights, evidence admissibility, etc.]. **Background:** The case arose from an investigation conducted by [specify the agency involved, e.g., the FBI, DEA, etc.], which revealed evidence suggesting that Burt was involved in [describe the criminal activity]. The authorities collected evidence through [mention methods, e.g., surveillance, wiretaps, informants], which led to his arrest on [date of arrest]. **Legal Issues:** Several key legal issues were presented in this case, including: 1. **Fourth Amendment Rights:** Whether the evidence obtained during the investigation was gathered in violation of Burt's constitutional rights. 2. **Admissibility of Evidence:** Challenges related to the admissibility of certain pieces of evidence during the trial. 3. **Sentencing Guidelines:** The application of federal sentencing guidelines concerning the charges faced by Burt. **Court’s Findings:** The [Specify Court, e.g., District Court] ruled on various motions, including: - A motion to suppress evidence, which was granted/denied based on [summarize the reason]. - The determination of [other notable findings relevant to the case]. The court ultimately held that [summarize the main ruling, including guilty/not guilty, any sentencing decisions, etc.], highlighting the importance of [explain any legal precedent or implications of the decision]. **Outcome:** Burt was found [guilty/not guilty] of [specific charges], resulting in a sentence of [detail the sentence, if applicable, including time served, fines, supervised release, etc.]. The case underscores the complexities of federal law and the judicial process in addressing [briefly touch on the broader implications related to the type of crime]. **Significance:** This case serves as a significant example of [mention broader legal or social implications, precedents set, etc.], and reinforces the challenges faced by the criminal justice system regarding [specific issues, e.g., drug-related crimes, civil liberties]. [Consider including a note on any appeals or further legal actions taken post-decision, if applicable.] **Note:** Please consult official records or legal databases for complete details and updates regarding the case.

United States v. Burt


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