Thursday, May 13, 2010

Can state law and case law be cited in federal civil rights pleadings?

Also, do you need to cite either a statute or a case with each claim you make in a pleading (i.e., statute regarding the court's jurisdiction, case law about including additional defendants)? Thank you.Can state law and case law be cited in federal civil rights pleadings?
Its a difficult question coz if its criminal or taxation, the law is the same all over the country. All that differs is the mandatory punishment for a breach of. Building and municipality laws involving zoning and stuff are governed by state law so there may be differences. You'll need to consult a lawyer or come back with more details

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