Rehberg v. Paulk
| Docket No. | Op. Below | Argument | Opinion | Vote | Author | Term |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10-788 | 11th Cir. |
Nov 1, 2011 Tr.Aud. |
Apr 2, 2012 | 9-0 | Alito | OT 2011 |
Holding: A witness in a grand jury proceeding is entitled to the same absolute immunity from suit under Section 1983 as a witness who testifies at trial.
Judgment: affirmed, 9-0, in an opinion by Justice Alito on April 2, 2012.
SCOTUSblog Coverage
- Opinion analysis: Absolute immunity for grand jury witnesses
- Argument recap: Common law and common practice
- Argument preview: Of secrecy and sandwiches
- Analysis: A rare rebuff for the SG
Briefs and Documents
Merits Briefs in Support of the Petitioner Merits Briefs for the Respondents Amicus Briefs in Support of the Respondents Other Amicus BriefsCertiorari-stage documents
- Opinion below (11th Circuit)
- Petition for certiorari
- Petitioner's reply
- Brief in opposition of respondent James P. Paulk (unavailable)
- Amicus brief of the Government Accountability Project (unavailable)
