In Currier, the Supreme Court granted certiorari on the question of "[w]hether a defendant who consents to severance of multiple charges into sequential trials loses his right under the Double Jeopardy Clause to the issue-preclusive effect of an acquittal."
Summary of this case from Scott v. CapraNo. 16–1348.
10-16-2017
Michael Nelson CURRIER, petitioner, v. VIRGINIA.
Petition for a writ of certiorari to the Supreme Court of Virginia granted.
In Currier, the Supreme Court granted certiorari on the question of "[w]hether a defendant who consents to severance of multiple charges into sequential trials loses his right under the Double Jeopardy Clause to the issue-preclusive effect of an acquittal."
Summary of this case from Scott v. CapraFull title:Michael Nelson CURRIER, petitioner, v. VIRGINIA.
Court:Supreme Court of the United States
Date published: Oct 16, 2017
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