April 8, 2026·25-2181·Panel Decision·By Maria Santos
The United States Court of Appeals for the Eighth Circuit has issued an opinion in this case. Judgment has been entered in accordance with the court's decision.
Background
This matter was appealed from the United States District Court for the District of South Dakota. The case involves the United States as a party against Leslie Apple.
The court’s reasoning
The provided source text is a cover letter from the Clerk of Court and does not contain the court’s legal reasoning, analysis, or factual findings.
What it means going forward
The entry of judgment finalizes the appellate decision, triggering the fourteen-day deadline for filing petitions for rehearing or rehearing en banc.
