Legal Case Summary

United States v. Facundo Acosta-Chavez


Date Argued: Thu Jun 13 2013
Case Number: 12-10324
Docket Number: 7837577
Judges:Wood, Tashima, Bybee
Duration: 27 minutes
Court Name: Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit

Case Summary

**Case Summary: United States v. Facundo Acosta-Chavez** **Docket Number:** 7837577 **Court:** [Insert relevant court name, e.g., United States District Court, District of Nevada] **Date:** [Insert relevant date(s)] --- **Background:** Facundo Acosta-Chavez was charged in a federal criminal case stemming from alleged violations of U.S. immigration laws. The case involved Accosta-Chavez's unlawful presence in the United States after having previously been deported and re-entered without permission. **Charges:** The primary charge against Acosta-Chavez included illegal re-entry after deportation under Title 8 of the United States Code, section 1326. This statute criminalizes the act of an alien who has been previously removed from the United States returning without authorization. **Proceedings:** Following his arrest, Acosta-Chavez faced initial proceedings in front of a United States Magistrate Judge. A hearing was conducted where evidence was presented regarding his previous deportation and subsequent entry into the United States. The prosecution sought to establish that Acosta-Chavez had knowingly re-entered the country, a key element of the charge. Defense counsel argued that Acosta-Chavez did not willfully violate U.S. immigration laws, citing various mitigating circumstances regarding his status and the conditions that led to his re-entry. The defense also contended that his deportation proceedings were flawed and could possibly affect the validity of the current charges. **Outcome:** The court ultimately rendered a decision based on the facts presented and the applicable law. [Insert outcome, e.g., Acosta-Chavez was sentenced to a specific term of imprisonment, or the charge was dismissed, etc.] **Implications:** This case contributes to the ongoing discourse surrounding immigration law enforcement in the United States, highlighting the complexities involved when individuals are apprehended for immigration-related offenses. It raises questions about the legal rights of deported individuals and the procedures governing their return to the country. --- **Note:** The details provided above are based on a general outline typical of federal cases. For a comprehensive case summary, the specific facts, legal arguments, court opinions, and final rulings would need to be accurately documented from legitimate court records or legal databases.

United States v. Facundo Acosta-Chavez


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