Baird v. Bonta, En Banc Rehearing Ordered
Summary
The Ninth Circuit granted en banc rehearing in Baird v. Bonta (Docket No. 24-565), vacating the prior three-judge panel opinion. The case, originating from the Eastern District of California, involves Mark Baird challenging California Attorney General Rob Bonta's enforcement of state law. The en banc order follows a majority vote of nonrecused active judges under Federal Rule of Appellate Procedure 40(c).
What changed
The Ninth Circuit vacated the three-judge panel opinion in Baird v. Bonta upon ordering en banc rehearing. This procedural action resets the case before the full court, suspending the panel decision's precedential effect pending en banc review.\n\nAffected parties—including the plaintiff challenging California law and the state Attorney General's office—should prepare for renewed litigation before the full Ninth Circuit. The en banc process may significantly delay final resolution but could ultimately produce a more authoritative ruling on the constitutional issues presented.
What to do next
- Monitor for en banc briefing schedule and further court developments
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FOR PUBLICATION UNITED STATES COURT OF APPEALS FOR THE NINTH CIRCUIT
MURGUIA, Chief Judge:
Upon the vote of a majority of nonrecused active judges, it is ordered that this case be reheard en banc pursuant to Federal Rule of Appellate Procedure 40(c) and Circuit Rule 40-3. The three-judge panel opinion is vacated.
MARK BAIRD, No. 24-565 D.C. No. Plaintiff - Appellant, 2:19-cv-00617-KJM-AC Eastern District of California, FILED v. Sacramento
ORDER ROB BONTA, in his official capacity as
Attorney General of the State of California, APR 15 2026 MOLLY C. DWYER, CLERK Defendant - Appellee. U.S. COURT OF APPEALS
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