Legal Case Summary

United States v. Donavon Crawford


Date Argued: Thu Dec 12 2013
Case Number: 14-20450
Docket Number: 2591334
Judges:Diana Gribbon Motz, Barbara Milano Keenan, Stephanie D. Thacker
Duration: 25 minutes
Court Name: Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit

Case Summary

**Case Summary: United States v. Donavon Crawford** **Docket Number:** 2591334 **Court:** United States District Court **Date:** [Insert Date of Ruling] **Parties:** - **Plaintiff:** United States of America - **Defendant:** Donavon Crawford **Background:** In this criminal case, Donavon Crawford was charged by the United States government for violations of federal law. The specifics of the charges included allegations related to [insert nature of charges, e.g., drug trafficking, fraud, etc.], leading to significant legal proceedings. The prosecution contended that Crawford engaged in activities that violated [insert relevant statutes or laws]. **Facts:** The case originated from an investigation conducted by [insert investigating agency, e.g., FBI, DEA], which uncovered evidence suggesting that Crawford was involved in [describe the context of the charges, e.g., a drug distribution network, financial fraud scheme]. Law enforcement executed [search warrants, surveillance, etc.], resulting in the discovery of [describe evidence, e.g., large quantities of illegal substances, incriminating documents]. **Legal Issues:** 1. **Evidentiary Challenges:** The defense challenged the admissibility of certain evidence, arguing that it was obtained in violation of Crawford's constitutional rights. 2. **Sentencing Guidelines:** The prosecution sought a significant sentence based on the severity of the crime, while the defense argued for leniency based on [mention any mitigating factors]. **Decision:** Following a series of hearings, including initial motions filed by both the defense and prosecution, the court [describe the court's decision, e.g., upheld the charges, ruled on evidence admissibility, etc.]. Ultimately, the court sentenced Donavon Crawford to [insert details of the sentence, e.g., years in prison, fines, probation]. **Conclusion:** This case highlights crucial aspects of federal prosecution, evidence handling, and sentencing in the context of [insert relevant crime type]. The verdict and judicial reasoning serve as a precedent for future cases involving similar charges and underscores the balance between law enforcement methods and constitutional protections. **Key Takeaways:** - The importance of legal representation in navigating federal charges. - The role of evidence admissibility in shaping case outcomes. - Insights into sentencing considerations for federal offenses. (Note: Please adjust specific details in the summary as necessary to accurately reflect the case facts, charges, and outcomes based on actual court records and documents.)

United States v. Donavon Crawford


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