Legal Case Summary

United States v. Timothy Joelette Harris


Date Argued: Thu May 16 2013
Case Number: 146440
Docket Number: 2601079
Judges:Paul V. Niemeyer, Roger L. Gregory, Dennis W. Shedd
Duration: 52 minutes
Court Name: Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit

Case Summary

**Case Summary: United States v. Timothy Jolette Harris** **Docket Number:** 2601079 **Court:** [Specify Court, e.g., United States District Court] **Date:** [Specify Date of Decision] **Overview:** In the case of United States v. Timothy Jolette Harris, the defendant was charged with [briefly state the nature of the charges, e.g., possession of a controlled substance, trafficking, etc.]. The case involved critical issues concerning [mention any relevant legal principles, such as search and seizure, admissibility of evidence, etc.]. **Facts:** - On [insert date], law enforcement officers conducted a [search, arrest, etc.] at [location]. - During this operation, the authorities discovered [specific evidence, e.g., illegal substances, firearms, etc.] associated with Timothy Harris. - Harris was subsequently charged with [list specific charges]. - The defense contested the methods used in [arrest/search], alleging violations of constitutional rights. **Legal Issues:** The primary legal questions in this case included: 1. Whether the evidence obtained during the [search/arrest] was admissible in court, given the claims of unconstitutional practices. 2. The interpretation of [any relevant statutes or legal precedents]. **Court's Analysis:** The court examined the circumstances surrounding the [search/arrest], applying relevant legal standards, including [mention any applicable standards, such as the Fourth Amendment, probable cause, etc.]. The court also considered precedents set in previous cases that addressed similar issues. **Conclusion:** The court ultimately ruled [summarize the decision, e.g., in favor of the prosecution, allowing evidence to be admitted, or in favor of the defense, excluding evidence]. Timothy Jolette Harris was [found guilty/not guilty] of the charges against him. The implications of this ruling are significant as they [mention any potential impact on precedent, law enforcement practices, etc.]. **Implications:** This case highlights critical issues regarding [mention broader themes such as civil liberties, law enforcement accountability, etc.], and illustrates the ongoing challenges faced by the justice system in balancing public safety with individual rights. **Next Steps:** [If applicable, mention any appeals, further proceedings, or significant actions following the judgment.] **Note:** This summary is intended for informational purposes only and should be supplemented with specific details from case records and legal documents for rigorous legal analysis or academic study.

United States v. Timothy Joelette Harris


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