Legal Case Summary

United States v. William J. Gilliam


Date Argued: Wed May 09 2018
Case Number: 17-1642
Docket Number: 6569903
Judges:Robert B. King, Albert Diaz, Henry F. Floyd
Duration: 36 minutes
Court Name: Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit

Case Summary

**Case Summary: United States v. William J. Gilliam** **Docket Number:** 6569903 **Court:** United States District Court **Date:** [Include relevant date if known] **Parties Involved:** - **Plaintiff:** United States of America - **Defendant:** William J. Gilliam **Background:** William J. Gilliam was charged with violations of federal law, the specifics of which are related to [insert charges, if known, such as fraud, drug offenses, firearms violations, etc.]. The case arose from [briefly outline the circumstances leading to the charges, such as an investigation, undercover operations, or complaints]. **Legal Issues:** The primary legal issues in this case include: - [Identify key legal questions, such as the admissibility of evidence, the legality of arrests, or interpretation of the laws in question]. - [Mention any constitutional issues, if applicable, such as Fourth Amendment rights against unreasonable searches and seizures]. **Proceedings:** Throughout the proceedings, both parties presented their arguments. The prosecution aimed to establish the defendant's guilt through [describe the types of evidence used, e.g., witness testimony, documents, surveillance footage]. The defense countered by [summarize the defense’s arguments, which could include lack of evidence, mistaken identity, or constitutional violations]. **Judgment:** The court ultimately ruled in favor of [insert the outcome, whether the defendant was found guilty or not guilty, or if a plea deal was reached]. The ruling was based on [discuss the court's reasoning, highlighting key evidence or legal precedents]. **Sentencing:** If applicable, William J. Gilliam was sentenced to [insert the sentence details, such as time in prison, probation, fines, or other penalties imposed]. **Implications:** The case sets a precedent regarding [discuss any broader implications of the ruling or its impact on similar cases or legal standards]. It highlights [mention any societal or legal issues that were raised during the case]. **Conclusion:** United States v. William J. Gilliam provides insight into [summarize the importance of the case, including its impact on law enforcement, legal standards, and affected communities]. The case underscores the complexities involved in the judicial process surrounding federal offenses. --- Note: This summary is based on a hypothetical construction due to the lack of specific case details provided. For an accurate summary, details on the charges, court rulings, and case context would be necessary.

United States v. William J. Gilliam


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