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Ninth Circuit Vacates Submission, Orders Supplemental Briefs on Rule Consistency

The Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals vacated its submission in Garcia Morales v. Bondi, ordering parties to file supplemental briefs by March 13, 2026. The briefs must address the consistency of the Circumvention of Lawful Pathways rule with the Immigration and Nationality Act. Amici curiae are also invited to submit briefs.

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.

Cante Mijangos v. Bondi - Immigration Asylum Petition Review

The First Circuit Court of Appeals denied a petition for review in Cante Mijangos v. Bondi. The court found that the petitioner failed to establish the required nexus between her abuse and her protected status for asylum, affirming the Board of Immigration Appeals' denial.

Khanal v. Bondi - Immigration Appeal

The First Circuit Court of Appeals vacated an order from the Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA) that dismissed a petition for asylum, withholding of removal, and protection under the Convention Against Torture. The court found that the BIA failed to consider crucial documentary and testimonial evidence and applied an incorrect legal standard.

United States v. Rowell - Sex Trafficking Conviction Appeal

The First Circuit Court of Appeals affirmed the conviction of Keion Rowell for sex trafficking of a minor. Rowell appealed his conviction, challenging the denial of his motion to suppress evidence, a claim of structural error regarding courtroom sealing, the admission of certain statements, and procedural issues with alternate jurors. The court rejected all of Rowell's arguments.

Martinez v. Unknown - Prisoner Civil Rights

A new civil case, Martinez v. Unknown, was filed in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California on February 18, 2026. The case, bearing docket number 5:26-cv-01412-EKL, is categorized as a prisoner condition case based on federal question jurisdiction.

Babbini et al v. ID5 Technology, Inc. - Civil Case Filing

A civil case, Babbini et al v. ID5 Technology, Inc., was filed on February 18, 2026, in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California. The filing includes a complaint and proposed summons, initiating litigation against ID5 Technology, Inc.

Sherif v. an Illinois Corporation - Civil Case Filing

A new civil case, Sherif v. an Illinois Corporation, was filed on February 18, 2026, in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California. The case involves a personal injury claim and names Walgreen Co. as a defendant. The initial filings include the complaint and proposed summons.

Roe CL 280 v. Uber Technologies - Personal Injury Product Liability

A new civil case, Roe CL 280 v. Uber Technologies, Inc. et al, was filed on February 18, 2026, in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California. The case involves personal injury and product liability claims.

Wang v. Noem et al - Civil Case Filing

A new civil case, Wang v. Noem et al, was filed on February 18, 2026, in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California. The case, bearing number 1:26-cv-01431, is based on a Federal Question and seeks Mandamus relief.