Legal Case Summary

United States v. Jose De La Luz Perez


Date Argued: Tue Jan 28 2014
Case Number: 14-20450
Docket Number: 2591310
Judges:William B. Traxler, Jr., Diana Gribbon Motz, Stephanie D. Thacker
Duration: 38 minutes
Court Name: Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit

Case Summary

**Case Summary: United States v. Jose De La Luz Perez** **Docket Number:** 2591310 **Court:** United States District Court **Judge:** [Judge's Name] **Date:** [Date of Decision] **Overview:** The case of United States v. Jose De La Luz Perez involves the defendant, Jose De La Luz Perez, who was charged with [specific charges, e.g., drug trafficking, illegal possession of firearms, etc.]. The case primarily revolves around [key legal issues, e.g., violation of federal law, evidence admissibility, sentencing guidelines, etc.]. **Facts:** - On [date], law enforcement officials conducted an investigation regarding [specific activities or incidents]. - During the investigation, authorities discovered substantial evidence linking Perez to [details of the criminal activity]. - [Describe any relevant actions taken by law enforcement, such as arrests, seizures of evidence, etc.]. - Perez was arrested on [arrest date] and subsequently charged with [list of charges]. **Legal Issues:** 1. **Admissibility of Evidence:** The defense sought to suppress certain pieces of evidence collected during the investigation, arguing [defense's reasoning, e.g., lack of probable cause, violation of rights]. 2. **Charges Against Perez:** The prosecution aimed to prove that Perez knowingly participated in [specific criminal activities], establishing intent and awareness of the illegal nature of his actions. **Arguments:** - **For the Prosecution:** The government presented evidence that included [e.g., witness testimonies, physical evidence, surveillance footage] showing Perez's involvement in the alleged criminal activities. They argued that the evidence was obtained lawfully and demonstrated clear involvement in the charges. - **For the Defense:** The defense contended that the evidence should be excluded due to [legal arguments] and argued for a lack of sufficient evidence to prove [elements of the crime, e.g., intent, knowledge, etc.]. **Ruling:** The court [describe the ruling, e.g., denied the motion to suppress evidence, found Perez guilty/innocent, made final rulings on amendments to charges]. The judge stated [summary of the judge's reasoning]. **Outcome:** - Jose De La Luz Perez was [found guilty/innocent] of [list charges]. - Sentencing is scheduled for [date] where the court will determine appropriate penalties based on [factors considered, e.g., severity of the offense, prior criminal history, etc.]. **Significance:** This case illustrates [important legal principles or implications for future cases, e.g., the enforcement of drug laws, standards for evidence, constitutional rights in arrests, etc.]. It highlights the ongoing challenges in prosecuting cases involving [specific issues pertinent to the case]. **Next Steps:** - [Any appeals, potential motions for reconsideration, or future legal proceedings that may occur post-ruling.] *Note: Specific details regarding the judge’s name, dates, and the nature of the evidence and charges are crucial for a complete case summary and should be included once available.*

United States v. Jose De La Luz Perez


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