Case Research for United States v. Wrights (2012)

Good morning lawyers (and justices assigned to this case!)  Here you'll find everything you need to start your research on our case.  Make sure you record key details and precedents so that you get everything you need to make the best argument you can.

Facts of the Case - United States v. Wrights

Text of the Law - Respect for America's Fallen Heroes Act (2006)

Text of the Constitution - 1st Amendment Freedom of Speech

Precedents - (be sure to record the case name, the key facts, and the precedent set by the ruling!)

• Cohen v. California (1971)
• Chaplinsky v. New Hampshire (1942)
• Clark v. Center for Creative Non-Violence (1983)

Case Research for Burnt Ranch, CA v. Planter (2012)

Good morning lawyers (and justices assigned to this case!)  Here you'll find everything you need to start your research on our case.  Make sure you record key details and precedents so that you get everything you need to make the best argument you can.

Facts of the Case - Burnt Ranch, California v. Planter   (remember to get 5-6 key details!)

Text of the Law - Health and Safety Code 11358 -- Planting, Cultivating, Processing

Text of the Constitution - 4th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution

Precedents - (remember to record the case name, key facts, and the precedent set by the ruling)

• United States v. Lee (1927)  (look at "Petitioner's Claim" for facts and "Decision" for precedent)
• Dow Chemical Company v. United States (1985)
• Florida v. Riley (1989) (look at "Majority" for precedent)