Legal Case Summary

United States v. Douglas York


Date Argued: Mon Dec 12 2016
Case Number: 16-10010
Docket Number: 7835682
Judges:Hawkins, Berzon, Murguia
Duration: 24 minutes
Court Name: Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit

Case Summary

**Case Summary: United States v. Douglas York** **Docket Number:** 7835682 **Court:** [Specify the Court, e.g., United States District Court for the District of Columbia] **Filing Date:** [Insert Filing Date] **Key Parties:** - Plaintiff: United States of America - Defendant: Douglas York **Background:** In this case, Douglas York was charged with [specific charges, e.g., drug trafficking, firearms offenses, etc.], following an investigation that led to the discovery of [details of the evidence or circumstances surrounding the charge]. The prosecution alleged that York engaged in [brief description of the defendant's actions leading to the charges]. **Facts:** - [Provide relevant facts surrounding the case, such as the date and location of the alleged crime, specific actions taken by the defendant, evidence gathered by law enforcement, etc.] - [Include any previous convictions or relevant background of the defendant if applicable.] - The government presented evidence including [list types of evidence such as witness testimonies, surveillance footage, seized substances, etc.]. **Legal Issues:** The case raised several legal issues, including: 1. The legality of the search and seizure that led to the evidence against York. 2. The admissibility of certain evidence presented by the prosecution. 3. Whether York’s actions met the legal definition of the charges brought against him. **Arguments:** - The prosecution argued that York's conduct clearly violated [specific laws or statutes], and presented a case bolstered by substantial evidence. - The defense contested the validity of the search and seizure, arguing that it violated York's Fourth Amendment rights, and sought to exclude certain pieces of evidence from the trial. **Outcome:** [Detail the decision reached by the court, including whether York was found guilty or not guilty, the statutes he was convicted under if applicable, and any sentencing imposed.] **Significance:** This case highlights important issues related to [discuss any broader implications, such as Fourth Amendment rights, law enforcement protocols, public safety concerns, etc.]. It serves as a reference for future cases involving similar legal questions. **Conclusion:** United States v. Douglas York serves as a critical examination of both the defendant's rights under the Constitution and the prosecution's responsibility to uphold the law through proper investigative procedures. (Note: Specific details like charges, background facts, and court outcomes should be filled in based on the actual case record, which may require access to legal databases or public records.)

United States v. Douglas York


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