Corley v. United States
| Docket No. | Op. Below | Argument | Opinion | Vote | Author | Term |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07-10441 | 3d Cir. | Jan 21, 2009 | Apr 6, 2009 | 5-4 | Souter | OT 2008 |
Issue: Whether federal law permits the suppression of a voluntary confession made more than six hours after arrest but before presentment to a magistrate, as a consequence of unreasonable delay in presentment.
Judgment: Vacated and remanded, 5-4, in an opinion by Justice David Souter on April 6, 2009.
SCOTUSblog Coverage
- Some voluntary confessions still out (Lyle Denniston, April 6, 2009)
- Oral Argument Recap: Corley v. US (Eliza Presson, January 27, 2009)
- Argument Preview: Corley v. US (Eliza Presson, January 21, 2009)
Briefs and Documents
Merit Briefs:
- Brief for Petitioner Johnnie Corley
- Brief for Respondent United States of America
- Reply of Petitioner Johnnie Corely
Amicus Briefs:
Certiorari-Stage Documents
- Opinion below (3rd Circuit)
- Petition for certiorari
- Brief in opposition
- Petitioner’s reply
- Brief amicus curiae of National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
Merit Briefs:
- Brief for Petitioner Johnnie Corley
- Brief for Respondent United States of America
- Reply of Petitioner Johnnie Corely
Amicus Briefs:
Certiorari-Stage Documents