Legal Case Summary

United States v. Esparaza-Herrera


Date Argued: Tue Dec 09 2008
Case Number: 07-30490
Docket Number: 7851016
Judges:Gould, Tallman, Callahan
Duration: 29 minutes
Court Name: Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit

Case Summary

**Case Summary: United States v. Esparaza-Herrera** **Docket Number:** 7851016 **Court:** United States District Court **Date:** [Insert relevant date if available] **Overview:** The case of United States v. Esparaza-Herrera involves the federal prosecution of the defendant, [Defendant's First Name] Esparaza-Herrera, for offenses that commonly include immigration violations, drug trafficking, or other federal criminal activities. **Facts of the Case:** [Insert relevant factual background, such as the circumstances leading to the arrest, any specific events that took place, and the role of Esparaza-Herrera in the alleged criminal conduct.] **Legal Charges:** Esparaza-Herrera was charged with [list specific charges, e.g., illegal entry into the United States, possession of controlled substances with intent to distribute, etc.], under various sections of the U.S. Code. The prosecution alleged that [provide details relating to the charges, including any evidence presented against the defendant]. **Procedural History:** The case went through initial arraignment, where the defendant entered a plea of [guilty/not guilty]. Throughout the pre-trial phase, several hearings were held regarding bail, motions to suppress evidence, and discovery disputes. **Arguments:** - **Prosecution's Argument:** The government argued that the evidence collected during the defendant's arrest clearly established his involvement in [specific illegal activities], warranting a conviction. They presented [briefly outline the key evidence and witness testimonies]. - **Defense's Argument:** The defense argued that [defendant's name] should not be convicted due to [any potential violations of rights, lack of sufficient evidence, etc.]. They emphasized [specific defense strategies, such as challenging the legality of the search and seizure, presenting alibi witnesses, etc.]. **Court's Decision:** The court ruled on [insert date of decision] regarding the various motions filed during the case. Ultimately, the case proceeded to trial, where the jury found Esparaza-Herrera [guilty/not guilty] on [insert relevant charges]. **Sentencing:** The sentencing phase was held on [insert date], where the court imposed a sentence of [describe the sentence - length of imprisonment, fines, supervised release, etc.]. **Conclusion:** The case of United States v. Esparaza-Herrera highlights significant issues regarding [immigration law, drug enforcement, federal jurisdiction, etc.], as well as the interplay between law enforcement and constitutional rights. The outcome of the case sets a precedent for [discuss potential implications for similar future cases or laws]. **Note:** Further details regarding specific legal arguments or judicial opinions might require access to court records or filings for a more comprehensive understanding of the case.

United States v. Esparaza-Herrera


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