Waddington v. Sarausad
| Docket No. | Op. Below | Argument | Opinion | Vote | Author | Term |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07-772 | 9th Cir. | Oct 15, 2008 | Jan 21, 2009 | 6-3 | Thomas | OT 2008 |
Issue: Whether, on federal habeas review, courts must accept state court determinations that jury instructions fully and correctly set out state law with regard to accomplice liability.
Judgment: Reversed and remanded, 6-3, in an opinion by Justice Clarence Thomas on January 21, 2009.
SCOTUSblog Coverage
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Briefs and Documents
Merit briefs
- Brief for Petitioner Doug Waddington
- Brief for Respondent Cesar Sarausad
- Reply Brief for Petitioner Doug Waddington
Amicus briefs
Certiorari-stage documents
- Opinion below (9th Circuit)