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U.S. v. Fernandes (9th Cir. - March 14, 2011)

By Shaun Martin

You went into a dorm room where an intoxicated co-worker lay on her bed, unbuttoned her blouse, and fondled and kissed her breasts.  You don't have a criminal record.  The district court thought your offense was only worth probation.  It didn't even think you should register as a sex offender, so it didn't order it.

Too bad.  Congress says you have to register.  It's mandatory.  Not a tough case.  Doesn't even need oral argument.

Full post as published by California Appellate Report on March 21, 2011 (boomark / email).