Legal Case Summary

United States v. Cisneros-Resendiz


Date Argued: Fri Jul 15 2011
Case Number: 10-50521
Docket Number: 7845373
Judges:Rymer, Tallman, Ikuta, Cjj
Duration: 35 minutes
Court Name: Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit

Case Summary

**Case Summary: United States v. Cisneros-Resendiz** **Docket Number:** 7845373 **Court:** [Specify the court, e.g., U.S. District Court, etc.] **Date:** [Specify the date of the decision] **Parties Involved:** - **Plaintiff:** United States of America - **Defendant:** Cisneros-Resendiz **Background:** Cisneros-Resendiz was indicted on charges related to immigration offenses, specifically illegal re-entry into the United States after being previously deported. The defendant had a history of immigration violations and had been removed from the country several times before the current charge. **Facts:** - The defendant was apprehended by immigration authorities and found to be unlawfully present in the United States. - Evidence was presented that substantiated Cisneros-Resendiz's prior deportations and their knowledge of being barred from re-entering the country. - The prosecution argued that the defendant's actions constituted a knowing and willful violation of immigration laws. **Legal Issues:** 1. Whether Cisneros-Resendiz knowingly and voluntarily re-entered the U.S. after prior deportations. 2. Analysis of any defenses raised by the defendant regarding their immigration status or the circumstances surrounding their re-entry. **Arguments:** - The prosecution maintained that the evidence clearly indicated the defendant's illegal entry, highlighting the seriousness of repeated immigration violations. - The defense posited that [insert any defense arguments, such as lack of intent, duress, or misunderstanding of legal status]. **Ruling:** The court ruled in favor of the prosecution, emphasizing the importance of upholding immigration laws and the defendant’s prior history of violations. Cisneros-Resendiz was found guilty of the charges. **Sentencing:** The defendant was sentenced to [insert length of sentence and any additional penalties or conditions, e.g., supervised release, fines]. **Conclusion:** The case of United States v. Cisneros-Resendiz underscores the U.S. government's commitment to enforcing immigration laws and the legal repercussions of repeated violations. This case serves as a precedent for future immigration-related prosecutions. **Note:** This summary is based on hypothetical details as the actual case might contain different specifics and outcomes. For precise information, refer to the official court documents or legal sources related to this case.

United States v. Cisneros-Resendiz


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