
‘Textual Backflips’
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Analysis of Supreme Court Ruling on Capitol Rioters
The chapter delves into the application of a specific statute, 18 United States Code, section 1512C, in cases related to the Capitol attack that reached the Supreme Court. It discusses the ruling that provided an expansive interpretation of the statute, focusing on evidence beyond documents and objects, and highlights the bipartisan nature of legal decisions. The discussion addresses the implications for individuals charged with crimes related to interrupting the election certification, emphasizing the impact on sentencing guidelines and misconceptions around maximum sentences.
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