Rehberg v. Paulk
| Docket No. | Op. Below | Argument | Opinion | Vote | Author | Term |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10-788 | 11th Cir. | Nov 1, 2011 | Apr 2, 2012 | 9-0 | Alito | OT 2011 |
Holding: A witness in a grand jury proceeding is entitled to the same absolute immunity from suit under Section 1983 as a witness who testifies at trial.
Judgment: affirmed, 9-0, in an opinion by Justice Alito on April 2, 2012.
SCOTUSblog Coverage
- Opinion analysis: Absolute immunity for grand jury witnesses (Timothy Coates, April 4, 2012)
- Argument recap: Common law and common practice (Timothy Coates, November 3, 2011)
- Argument preview: Of secrecy and sandwiches (Timothy Coates, October 27, 2011)
- Analysis: A rare rebuff for the SG (Lyle Denniston, October 12, 2011)
Briefs and Documents
Merits Briefs in Support of the Petitioner
Merits Briefs for the Respondents
Amicus Briefs in Support of the Respondents
Other Amicus Briefs
Certiorari-stage documents
- Opinion below (11th Circuit)
- Petition for certiorari
- Petitioner's reply
- Brief in opposition of respondent James P. Paulk (unavailable)
- Amicus brief of the Government Accountability Project (unavailable)
Merits Briefs in Support of the Petitioner
Merits Briefs for the Respondents
Amicus Briefs in Support of the Respondents
Other Amicus Briefs
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- Brief in opposition of respondent James P. Paulk (unavailable)
- Amicus brief of the Government Accountability Project (unavailable)