| Case # | Name | Category | Court | Judge | Published |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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00-50408
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U.S. v. Sigmond-Ballesteros
Border patrol agent was not justified in stopping motorist who shielded face after having light shone into vehicle. |
Criminal Law and Procedure |
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Jun. 28, 2001 | |
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00-10004
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U.S. v. Saya
Among other things, court does not abuse discretion in denying motion for new trial based on juror misconduct. |
Criminal Law and Procedure |
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Jun. 28, 2001 | |
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99-10416
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U.S. v. Silva
Police did not violate fourth amendment where defendants did not have reasonable expectation of privacy in shed that was searched. |
Criminal Law and Procedure |
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Jun. 28, 2001 | |
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A090906
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Luke W., a Minor
Unconventional pocketknife is not prohibited 'dirk or dagger' under Penal Code Section 12020. |
Criminal Law and Procedure |
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Jun. 28, 2001 | |
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00-30035
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U.S. v. Miles
Officer goes beyond lawful patdown search when he moves and shakes small box in suspect's jacket to determine its contents. |
Criminal Law and Procedure |
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Jun. 28, 2001 | |
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00-1460
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Miles v. Atherton
Order |
Criminal Law and Procedure |
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Jun. 28, 2001 | |
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98-35825
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Zichko v. State
Defendant may challenge expired rape conviction while in custody for failing to register as sex offender. |
Criminal Law and Procedure |
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Jun. 28, 2001 | |
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99-50612
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U.S. v. Gaither
Guilty plea given during course of judge's colloquy was not improper where questioning was not coercive. |
Criminal Law and Procedure |
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Jun. 28, 2001 | |
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D034632
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People v. Labaer
Stripped-down mobile home is structure within meaning of arson statute. |
Criminal Law and Procedure |
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Jun. 28, 2001 | |
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00-2130
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Gross v. Pirtle
Deputy is entitled to qualified immunity in excessive force claim because 'kicking very hard' doesn't conflict with Fourth Amendment reasonableness standard. |
Criminal Law and Procedure |
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Jun. 28, 2001 | |
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00-5079
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U.S. v. Dwyer
Possession of unregistered firearm is crime of violence and defendant's sentence may be enhanced for such violation. |
Criminal Law and Procedure |
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Jun. 28, 2001 | |
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H021193
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People v. Martinez
Defendant's right to privacy under both California Constitution and patient-psychotherapist privilege is not violated by use of his psychological records and evaluations. |
Criminal Law and Procedure |
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Jun. 28, 2001 | |
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F032680
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People v. Murphy
Imposition of three strikes law against defendant with mental disorder is not cruel and unusual punishment. |
Criminal Law and Procedure |
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Jun. 28, 2001 | |
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F032526
|
People v. Ngoun
Gang member who perpetrated, rather than aided or abetted, murder is eligible for increased sentence based on participation in street gang. |
Criminal Law and Procedure |
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Jun. 28, 2001 | |
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A082782
|
People v. Stanfill
Wrong jury instruction on statute of limitation for lesser, misdemeanor offense violates defendant's right to due process and fair trial. |
Criminal Law and Procedure |
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Jun. 28, 2001 | |
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H017023
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People v. Williams
Trial court's failure to commence trial prior to statutory deadline doesn't preclude court from retaining jurisdiction of case. |
Criminal Law and Procedure |
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Jun. 28, 2001 | |
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A083194
|
People v. Watts
Prosecution of two individuals for same crime is allowed when probable cause exists to support charges against each. |
Criminal Law and Procedure |
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Jun. 28, 2001 | |
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E022305
|
People v. Hove
Order to pay victim full restitution for criminal conduct, even though victim's medical expenses are covered by medical benefits, is proper. |
Criminal Law and Procedure |
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Jun. 28, 2001 | |
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A084321
|
People v. Ryan
Father, convicted of child abduction, is not prejudiced by court's failure to define 'abandonment' and 'right of custody' for jury. |
Criminal Law and Procedure |
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Jun. 28, 2001 | |
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D030958
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People v. Davis
Defendant properly sentenced to three concurrent terms of 25 years to life under three strikes legislation based on two prior convictions of rape in consort. |
Criminal Law and Procedure |
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Jun. 28, 2001 | |
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B122454
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People v. Dacayana
Sexually Violent Predators Act doesn't require finding that offense is predatory, and Act's certification process doesn't require advisement of Miranda rights. |
Criminal Law and Procedure |
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Jun. 28, 2001 | |
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G023144
|
People v. Castellon
Vehicle stop for expired tag and subsequent request for detainee to remain in vehicle without reasonable suspicion isn't prolonged nor unreasonable detention. |
Criminal Law and Procedure |
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Jun. 28, 2001 | |
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H019552
|
People v. American Contractors Indemnity Co.
Failure to enter warrant into warrant system, and subsequent amendment of statute, justifies vacating bail forfeiture and exonerating bond. |
Criminal Law and Procedure |
|
Jun. 28, 2001 | |
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S088368
|
People v. Russo
Order |
Criminal Law and Procedure |
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Jun. 28, 2001 | |
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F032185
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People v. Westlund
Conviction for possession of silencer requires that defendant knew or should have known that characteristic of firearm was illegal. |
Criminal Law and Procedure |
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Jun. 28, 2001 | |
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B142928
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People v. Gray
Trial court errs in not allowing prosecution to justify peremptory challenges when defense asserts challenges based on racial bias. |
Criminal Law and Procedure |
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Jun. 28, 2001 | |
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B145701
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Mendez v. Superior Court (People)
When petitioner cannot show extrinsic fraud or duress, judgment cannot be attacked by writ of coram nobis. |
Criminal Law and Procedure |
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Jun. 28, 2001 | |
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C030938
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People v. Bowers
Trial court abused its discretion by removing juror because it did not show 'demonstrable reality' that juror was unable to perform. |
Criminal Law and Procedure |
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Jun. 28, 2001 | |
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A090936
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People v. Ian C.
Detention and search of minor violating curfew is reasonable and constitutional. |
Criminal Law and Procedure |
|
Jun. 28, 2001 | |
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E025653
|
People v. Hagen
Sentencing for tax fraud offenses falls within indeterminate sentencing provisions. |
Criminal Law and Procedure |
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Jun. 28, 2001 |
