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United States of America v. Ricardo Barraza
Date: 06-24-2022
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Court: United States Court of Appeals for the Eighth Circuit on appeal from the District of Nebraska (Douglas County)
Plaintiff's Attorney: United States Attorney’s Office
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Ricardo Barraza pleaded guilty in 2005 to conspiracy to distribute a controlled substance, in violation of 21 U.S.C. § 846. Before sentencing, he absconded from pretrial supervision and fled to Mexico. Barraza returned to the United States in 2019, seeking treatment for grave medical conditions, including renal failure and kidney disease. He surrendered to federal officials at the border and was hospitalized before appearing for sentencing in 2021. The district court[1] sentenced him to 151 months' imprisonment, the bottom of the sentencing range under the U.S. Sentencing Guidelines. Barraza challenges his sentence on several grounds.
About This Case
What was the outcome of United States of America v. Ricardo Barraza?
The outcome was: Conviction affirmed.
Which court heard United States of America v. Ricardo Barraza?
This case was heard in United States Court of Appeals for the Eighth Circuit on appeal from the District of Nebraska (Douglas County), NE.
Who were the attorneys in United States of America v. Ricardo Barraza?
Plaintiff's attorney: United States Attorney’s Office. Defendant's attorney: Click Here to Watch How To Find A Lawyer by Kent Morlan Click Here For The Best Omaha Criminal Defense Lawyer Directory If no lawyer is listed, call 918-582-6422 and MoreLaw will help you find a lawyer for free..
When was United States of America v. Ricardo Barraza decided?
This case was decided on June 24, 2022.