No. 25-6924
Carlos Miranda-De La Hoya v. United States
Tags: appellate-review constitutional-law criminal-procedure jury-trial-rights sentencing-enhancement sixth-amendment
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Question Presented (from Petition)
The decision in Erlinger v. United States, 602 U.S. 821 (2024), shows that Almendarez-Torres v. United States, 523 U.S. 224 (1998), can no longer be reconciled with Apprendi v. New Jersey, 530 U.S. 466 (2000). Should Almendarez-Torres be overruled?
Question Presented (AI Summary)
Whether Almendarez-Torres v. United States should be overruled in light of the Court's decision in Erlinger v. United States and its conflict with Apprendi v. New Jersey
Docket Entries
2026-02-24
Petition for a writ of certiorari and motion for leave to proceed in forma pauperis filed. (Response due March 30, 2026)
Attorneys
Carlos Miranda-De La Hoya
United States of America
D. John Sauer — Solicitor General, Respondent