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Docket 19-8416
Docket 19-8416

Williams v. United States

This case considers whether a defendant can be convicted of simple assault under federal law.

Status
Decided
Appeal from
United States Court of Appeals for the Tenth Circuit
Decision released
Jun 1, 2020

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Case Accepted
Arguments HeardUpcoming
Decision ReleasedJun 1, 2020

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Motion for Leave to Proceed in Forma Pauperis
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