
Supreme Court: We’re Not Santa Claus
Advisory Opinions
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Interpreting Criminal Code and Corruption Cases in the Supreme Court
This chapter examines a Supreme Court case involving the interpretation of a criminal code on corruption and bribery among officials, specifically discussing the timing of gratuities in relation to official acts. Justices Kavanaugh and Gorsuch contribute differing viewpoints, highlighting the importance of historical context and leniency in interpreting laws for defendants. The discussion also delves into blind spots in crime recognition among right and left-leaning jurists, particularly focusing on the timing of gratuities and ethical considerations.
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