Legal Case Summary

United States v. Henry Stephens


Date Argued: Wed Oct 30 2013
Case Number: 14-20450
Docket Number: 2591405
Judges:Dennis W. Shedd, Stephanie D. Thacker, Clyde H. Hamilton
Duration: 42 minutes
Court Name: Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit

Case Summary

**Case Summary: United States v. Henry Stephens** **Docket Number:** 2591405 **Court:** [Insert Court Name, e.g., United States District Court] **Date:** [Insert Date] **Parties Involved:** - **Plaintiff:** United States of America - **Defendant:** Henry Stephens **Background:** Henry Stephens was charged with [insert charges, e.g., drug trafficking, gun possession, etc.], stemming from an incident on [insert date of the incident]. Law enforcement officials conducted an operation that led to the arrest of Stephens, during which evidence was reportedly collected to support the charges against him. **Key Facts:** - On [insert date], law enforcement executed a [search warrant, traffic stop, etc.] in relation to ongoing investigations regarding [insert context, e.g., distribution of controlled substances]. - Evidence collected included [insert types of evidence, e.g., drugs, firearms, recordings, etc.]. - Stephens was found to be in possession of [describe the contraband or evidence]. **Legal Issues:** - The primary legal question concerned the legality of the search and seizure conducted by law enforcement. - [If applicable, include other legal issues, such as motion to suppress evidence, violation of constitutional rights, etc.] **Court Proceedings:** - Pre-trial motions included a motion to suppress evidence based on [insert arguments, e.g., unlawful search, lack of probable cause]. - The trial began on [insert date], with the prosecution and defense presenting their cases. The prosecution called witnesses to testify regarding the circumstances of the arrest and the evidence collected. - The defense argued for [insert defense strategy, e.g., unlawful search, mistaken identity, etc.]. **Ruling:** - The court ultimately ruled [insert the decision of the court, e.g., denying the motion to suppress, affirming the charges against Stephens, etc.]. - Stephens was found guilty of [insert charges if applicable] on [insert date of verdict]. **Sentencing:** - At the sentencing hearing on [insert date], the court sentenced Stephens to [insert sentence, e.g., imprisonment, fines, probation, etc.]. - The court emphasized [insert aspects considered during sentencing, such as criminal history, severity of the crime, etc.]. **Conclusion:** The case of United States v. Henry Stephens highlights significant issues concerning [insert main themes, e.g., search and seizure laws, the prosecution of drug-related offenses]. It underscores the balance between law enforcement's duties to protect and serve and the rights of individuals under the Constitution. **Note:** For a complete understanding, consult the official court documents and opinions related to this case.

United States v. Henry Stephens


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