Case Brief Gates V Collier

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Gates v. Collier, 501 F.2d 1291 (1974)

By:

Eloy Hidalgo

ADJU 203 Concepts of Criminal Law Class
February 23, 2018
Dr. Bryan Silva, Professor
Administration of Justice Department
Center for Advanced Technologies (CAT)
Modesto Junior College

Issue Before the Court:

Is cruel and unusual and punishment a violation of the Eighth Amendment of the constitution?

Rule of law:

No, under the Eighth Amendment of the United States Constitution, excessive bail shall not be required, nor excessive fines imposed, nor cruel and unusual punishment inflicted.

Application of Facts (Analysis):

After many years of protest at Parchman State Penitentiary Civil Rights Attorney, Roy Haber had been collecting evidence

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