Walton v. Nehls
Petition for certiorari denied on October 14, 2025
Issue: Whether the Eighth Amendment, which is interpreted according to "evolving standards of decency," permits a contrary rule that treats an incarcerated person as capable of giving legally effective consent to sexual conduct with a prison official.
| Date | Proceedings and Orders |
|---|---|
| 07/31/2025 | Petition for a writ of certiorari filed. (Response due September 3, 2025) |
| 09/02/2025 | Brief of respondent Ashley Nehls in opposition filed. |
| 09/16/2025 | Reply of petitioner David C. L. Walton filed. (Distributed) |
| 09/17/2025 | DISTRIBUTED for Conference of 10/10/2025. |
| 10/14/2025 | Petition DENIED. |