Third Circuit Grants Government Petition for Rehearing in Schuster Case

The Third Circuit Court of Appeals has granted the government's petition for panel rehearing in the case of United States of America v. Nicole K. Schuster (No. 24-2942). As a result, the court's prior opinion and judgment, which were issued on January 14, 2026, have been vacated. A revised opinion and judgment will be issued subsequently.

This development signifies a significant procedural shift in the case, potentially altering the legal precedent or outcome. Counsel involved in the case must monitor for the revised opinion and judgment. The granting of a rehearing suggests that the panel has identified substantial issues with its initial decision or new arguments presented by the government warrant further consideration. Compliance officers should note that this is an ongoing judicial process, and the final outcome remains to be determined.