Rivera-Munoz v. United States
In brief
The Supreme Court refused to hear Rivera-Munoz’s case and left whether Hobbs Act robbery is a “crime of violence” undecided.
- Where it stands
- Decided
Decided · May 18, 2020
- What it’s about
- This case involves a petition for a writ of certiorari filed by Rivera-Munoz against the United States, originating from the Ninth Circuit. The petitioner also requested permission to proceed without paying court fees.
- Who it affects
- The denial ended Rivera-Munoz’s request for Supreme Court review but did not decide the legal question in this case.
Summary: written with AI from the case record.
What it's about
The petition came from the Ninth Circuit, and Rivera-Munoz also asked to proceed without paying court fees.
Question presented
Whether Hobbs Act robbery, in violation of 18 U.S.C. § 1951(a), is a “crime of violence” as defined in 18 U.S.C. § 924(c)(3)(A)?
What the Court decided
Holding
Petition DENIED.
What's next
The Supreme Court’s action on this petition is complete. This order supplies no ruling on the Hobbs Act question.
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Sources
Primary materials plus reporting. Best-effort analysis: this explainer relies on a mix of primary materials and trusted secondary sources. Official filings and opinions remain authoritative.