Legal Case Summary

United States v. Pedro Soto-Lara


Date Argued: Mon Feb 13 2012
Case Number: 11-10116
Docket Number: 7839751
Judges:Hug, Fletcher, Paez
Duration: 14 minutes
Court Name: Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit

Case Summary

### Case Summary: United States v. Pedro Soto-Lara **Docket Number:** 7839751 **Court:** [Specify the court if known, e.g., U.S. District Court, etc.] **Date:** [Include the date if known] #### Background: Pedro Soto-Lara was charged in a federal case involving allegations of [briefly describe the nature of the charges, e.g., drug trafficking, immigration violations, etc.]. The case stemmed from an investigation conducted by [mention the relevant law enforcement agency, e.g., DEA, ICE, etc.], which uncovered evidence suggesting Soto-Lara's involvement in illegal activities that violated federal law. #### Charges: 1. [List the specific charges against Soto-Lara, e.g., Possession with Intent to Distribute, Illegal Re-Entry, etc.] 2. [Include additional charges if applicable.] #### Proceedings: - **Initial Appearance:** Soto-Lara was brought before the court for an initial appearance where he was informed of the charges against him. - **Plea:** [Indicate whether Soto-Lara pled guilty, not guilty, or no contest. Mention any plea agreements if applicable.] - **Pre-trial Motions:** [Summarize any notable motions filed by either party, such as motions to suppress evidence, dismiss charges, etc.] - **Trial:** [If there was a trial, briefly summarize the key points, such as witness testimonies, evidence presented, and the outcome.] - **Verdict/Sentencing:** [State the outcome of the trial, including the verdict if applicable, or details of sentencing if the defendant pled guilty.] #### Outcome: - **Conviction:** [If convicted, detail the counts on which Soto-Lara was found guilty.] - **Sentence:** [Provide information regarding the sentence imposed, including prison time, fines, supervised release, etc.] - **Appeal:** [Mention if there is an ongoing appeal process or if the case has concluded.] #### Significance: This case underscores the ongoing efforts of federal authorities to combat [mention the broader issue involved, such as drug trafficking or illegal immigration]. The adjudication of Soto-Lara's case contributes to the legal precedents surrounding [briefly touch on relevant legal principles, rights, or policies affected by the case]. **Note:** This case summary is intended for informational purposes only and should not be construed as legal advice. **References:** - [List any relevant statutes, previous case law, or legal doctrines that relate to the case.] **Disclaimer:** The details provided are based on available information and may not reflect the most current developments in the case.

United States v. Pedro Soto-Lara


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