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Do It For The Caselaw
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Federal appellate decisions, explained in plain English for working lawyers and legal operators.

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United States v. Alas Candray

The Fourth Circuit affirmed the convictions and mandatory life sentences of a Mara Salvatrucha gang leader for multiple murders and racketeering. The court held that the evidence was sufficient to support the jury's verdict and that the Eighth Amendment does not bar mandatory life sentences for defendants over the age of eighteen.

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4th Cir. Jun 2, 2026

United States v. Arasokun

The United States Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit affirmed the district court's denial of two motions for a new trial. The court…

4th Cir. Jun 2, 2026

United States v. Mattocks

The United States Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit affirmed the district court's denial of a motion for compassionate release. The appellate court…

5th Cir. Jun 2, 2026

United States v. Cervantes

The United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit affirmed the conviction of a defendant charged with possessing a firearm after a felony…

4th Cir. Jun 2, 2026

In re KENNETH ANDERSON BROWN

The United States Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit denied a petition for a writ of mandamus filed by Kenneth Anderson Brown. The…