9th Circuit Opinions

USA v. Ho-Romero - Criminal Case Sentencing Vacated

The Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals vacated the sentence of David Ho-Romero and remanded for resentencing. The court found that the district court erred by applying an obstruction of justice enhancement without making a finding of intent. The case involved a guilty plea to methamphetamine importation.

Ninth Circuit Grants Motion to Dismiss Trump Appeals

The Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals granted a motion to dismiss consolidated appeals filed by Donald J. Trump and other federal officials. The court dismissed the appeals, with each party bearing its own costs, and denied a prior motion to dismiss as moot.

Oregon v. Trump - Case Dismissed

The Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals has dismissed the consolidated appeals in the case of Oregon v. Trump. The dismissal was granted upon motion by the Defendants-Appellants, with each party to bear its own costs.

USA v. Brandenburg - Bomb Threats Sentencing Enhancement

The Ninth Circuit affirmed a sentencing enhancement for Bryan Melvin Brandenburg for substantial disruption of governmental functions related to bomb threats. The court held that security responses to threats qualify as governmental functions, even if not publicly visible.

Bates v. Pakseresht - 9th Circuit Opinion

The Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals has issued an opinion in the case of Bates v. Pakseresht. This filing represents a judicial decision on a legal matter, contributing to the body of case law.

Idaho Children's School Act Preliminary Injunction Challenge

The Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals is reviewing a challenge to a preliminary injunction concerning the Idaho Children's School Act. This legal challenge will determine the future application and potential modifications of the Act's provisions regarding educational institutions within Idaho.

Geo Group v. Inslee - Ninth Circuit Denies Rehearing

The Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals denied a petition for rehearing in the case of The GEO Group, Inc. v. Jay Inslee. The court's prior decision vacated a preliminary injunction against a Washington state law concerning civil detainees and remanded the case. The denial of rehearing means the prior ruling stands.

Cox v. Gritman Medical Center - Personal Jurisdiction Ruling

The Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals reversed a district court's dismissal in Cox v. Gritman Medical Center, finding personal jurisdiction over Idaho-based defendants in a wrongful death action brought by Washington residents. The court held that defendants cultivated treatment relationships with Washington residents and transmitted prescriptions to Washington pharmacies, satisfying the long-arm statute and Due Process Clause.

Engstrom v. United States - Sentencing Reversed

The Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals reversed the sentencing of Paul Engstrom in a drug case. The court found that the district court erred in its application of sentencing enhancements, requiring a resentencing. This decision impacts how certain drug offenses are sentenced within the Ninth Circuit.

Montejo-Gonzalez v. Bondi - Immigration Habeas Corpus

The Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals issued an opinion in Montejo-Gonzalez v. Bondi, addressing a habeas corpus petition related to immigration detention. The court's decision clarifies legal standards applicable to such cases.