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Com v. Wholaver: PCRA death penalty appeal yields nothing of interest
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The unanimous Court rejected the arguments of a PCRA petitioner in Com v. Wholaver. As regular followers of the Court are aware, all death penalty cases result in a direct…
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League of Women Voters v. Com: Congressional Map Violates PA Constitution
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The Supreme Court of Pennsylvania decided today in a 4-3 per curiam decision that the congressional map drawn by the General Assembly is too partisan, and must be stricken because…
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Gerrymandering Oral Argument Roundup 1-18-18
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Our roundup is all about Gerrymandering today. The Allentown Morning Call covers the oral argument and provides quotes from political operatives on both sides. The Philly Inquirer gives a balanced look…
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Pennsylvania Supreme Court Round-up – 12-21-17
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Two Pennsylvania Supreme Court cases get early coverage, while the other December releases remain quiet. The Allentown Morning Call interviews the ACLU about Com v. $34,440 and the ongoing consideration…
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Com v. $34,440: Proximity to Drugs presumption may be rebutted in forfeiture proceeding
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The Supreme Court of Pennsylvania continues its consideration of the powers of civil forfeiture in a 5-2 decision that the “proximity to drugs” presumption in civil forfeiture proceedings may be…
