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precise test in Massachusetts

18 Massachusetts opinions name it 4 courts 1938–2024 2 in the last five years

The cases below were cited by Massachusetts courts in a sentence that names this issue. Sides come from how each citing opinion treated the case (Syfertize flag on that citation), so a case can appear on both: that is where the law is contested. A red or yellow chip is the case's own overall treatment.

Followed or applied (16)

CaseFollowedCited
Bernier v. Berniergreen
mass · 2007 · cited in 1 Massachusetts opinions naming this issue, 2024–2024
1 sentence

2024See Bernier v. Bernier, 449 Mass. 774, 797 (2007) ("Before a claim will be barred on the ground of claim preclusion, it must be established that the claim was actually and necessarily decided in a prior action or that there was a full and fair opportunity to have done so that was not taken" [emphasis added]).

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Commonwealth v. Watkinsgreen
mass · 1997 · cited in 1 Massachusetts opinions naming this issue, 2023–2023
1 sentence

2023See Watkins, 425 Mass. at 840 ("We presume that a jury follow all instructions given to [them] . . .").

11
Commonwealth v. Proulxgreen
massappct · 2004 · cited in 1 Massachusetts opinions naming this issue, 2019–2019
2 sentences

2019See Proulx , 61 Mass. App. Ct. at 464 , 811 N.E.2d 993 ("the [present] case was not tried on the theory now advanced on appeal").

2019See Proulx , 61 Mass. App. Ct. at 464 , 811 N.E.2d 993 ("the [present] case was not tried on the theory now advanced on appeal").

11
Commonwealth v. Millsgreen
mass · 2002 · cited in 1 Massachusetts opinions naming this issue, 2018–2018
1 sentence

2018See Commonwealth v. Mills , 436 Mass. 387 , 391 (2002) (defendant made general motion for required finding, but raised specific argument on appeal, which court reviewed without reservation).

11
Commonwealth v. Sandersgreen
mass · 2008 · cited in 1 Massachusetts opinions naming this issue, 2015–2015
1 sentence

2015See Commonwealth v. Szlachta, 463 Mass. 37, 48-49 (2012), citing Commonwealth v. Sanders, 451 Mass. 290, 300 (2008), and Commonwealth v. *184 Oliveira, 445 Mass. 837, 848 (2006).

11
Commonwealth v. Oliveiragreen
mass · 2006 · cited in 1 Massachusetts opinions naming this issue, 2015–2015
1 sentence

2015See Commonwealth v. Szlachta, 463 Mass. 37, 48-49 (2012), citing Commonwealth v. Sanders, 451 Mass. 290, 300 (2008), and Commonwealth v. *184 Oliveira, 445 Mass. 837, 848 (2006).

11
Commonwealth v. Szlachtagreen
mass · 2012 · cited in 1 Massachusetts opinions naming this issue, 2015–2015
1 sentence

2015See Commonwealth v. Szlachta, 463 Mass. 37, 48-49 (2012), citing Commonwealth v. Sanders, 451 Mass. 290, 300 (2008), and Commonwealth v. *184 Oliveira, 445 Mass. 837, 848 (2006).

11
United States v. Urserygreen
scotus · 1996 · cited in 1 Massachusetts opinions naming this issue, 1998–1998
1 sentence

1998See United States v. Ursery, 518 U.S. 267, 288-289 (1996) (applying two-part analytical framework); Kennedy v. Mendoza-Martinez, 372 U.S. 144, 168-169 (1963) (introducing seven factor analysis).

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Kennedy v. Mendoza-Martinezgreen
scotus · 1963 · cited in 1 Massachusetts opinions naming this issue, 1998–1998
1 sentence

1998See United States v. Ursery, 518 U.S. 267, 288-289 (1996) (applying two-part analytical framework); Kennedy v. Mendoza-Martinez, 372 U.S. 144, 168-169 (1963) (introducing seven factor analysis).

11
Commonwealth v. Robertsgreen
mass · 1979 · cited in 1 Massachusetts opinions naming this issue, 1998–1998
1 sentence

1998See Commonwealth v. Roberts, 378 Mass. 116, 130 (1979) (as long as instructions are “adequate and clear ... on the applicable law, the phraseology, method and extent of the charge are matters within [the judge’s] discretion”).

11
O'Brien v. Analog Devices, Inc.green
massappct · 1993 · cited in 1 Massachusetts opinions naming this issue, 1994–1994
1 sentence

1994The case stands like O’Brien v. Analog Devices, Inc., 34 Mass. App. Ct. 905, 906 (1993), where we said that “a party cannot create a disputed issue of fact by the expedient of contradicting by affidavit statements previously made under oath at a deposition.” On the undisputed material facts, the motion judge correctly allowed Precise’s motion for summary judgment.

11
Commonwealth v. Ramosgreen
mass · 1988 · cited in 1 Massachusetts opinions naming this issue, 1993–1993
1 sentence

1993See Ramos, supra at 215 n.5.

11
Commonwealth v. Stokesgreen
mass · 1978 · cited in 1 Massachusetts opinions naming this issue, 1981–1981
1 sentence

1981Commonwealth v. Stokes, 374 Mass. 583, 590-591 (1978).

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Hankerson v. North Carolinagreen
scotus · 1977 · cited in 1 Massachusetts opinions naming this issue, 1980–1980
2 sentences

1980The charge in question was given before the decisions in Mullaney v. Wilbur, 421 U.S. 684 (1975), and Commonwealth v. Rodriguez, 370 Mass. 684 (1976); the Supreme Court had given the Mullaney case "complete retroactive effect" in Hankerson v. North Carolina, 432 U.S. 233, 241, 243 (1977); and we did not require "clairvoyance on the part of defense counsel." But we need not "apply a narrow and precise test"; the charge must "be examined in its entirety to determine whether the constitutional requirements have been met." We will "bring greater expectations, and consequently more careful scrutiny

1980The charge in question was given before the decisions in Mullaney v. Wilbur, 421 U.S. 684 (1975), and Commonwealth v. Rodriguez, 370 Mass. 684 (1976); the Supreme Court had given the Mullaney case “complete retroactive effect” in Hankerson v. North Carolina, 432 U.S. 233, 241, 243 (1977); and we did not require “clairvoyance on the part of defense counsel.” But we need not “apply a narrow and precise test”; the charge must “be examined in its entirety to determine whether the constitutional requirements have been met.” We will “bring greater expectations, and consequently more careful scrutiny

11
Barker v. Wingogreen
scotus · 1972 · cited in 1 Massachusetts opinions naming this issue, 1980–1980
1 sentence

1980These factors, as stated in Barker v. Wingo, 407 U.S. 514, 530 (1972), are the following: “Length of delay, the reason for the delay, the defendant’s assertion of his right, and prejudice to the defendant.” This is the precise test expressly applied in United States v. Campbell, supra at 1335 , and in United States v. Campisi, supra at 694 .

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Commonwealth v. O'LEARYgreen
mass · 1964 · cited in 1 Massachusetts opinions naming this issue, 1967–1967
1 sentence

1967See Commonwealth v. O’Leary, 347 Mass. 387, 389-390 .

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Distinguished, questioned or overruled (0)

CaseNegativeCited
No negative-treatment citations attached to this issue in Massachusetts. Read the followed side critically anyway.

Also cited on this issue (14)

CaseCitedYears
People v. Lucente green
ill · 1987
2 sentences

1993Thus, as the Supreme Court of Illinois has stated, “the precise standard lies somewhere between mere denials on the *50 one hand and proof by a preponderance [of the evidence] on the other.” Lucente, supra at 152 .

1988While the court in Lucente did state a preference for case-by-case determinations of Franks issues where anonymous informants are involved, the same court also cautioned that “the precise standard lies somewhere between mere denials on the one hand and proof by a preponderance on the other.” Lucente, supra at 152 .

21988–1993
Commonwealth v. Rutkowski green
mass · 2011
1 sentence

2015The defendant’s argument is unavailing because the judge instructed the jury in accordance with Rutkowski, supra. 12 A judge is not required to give the precise instruction proposed by the defendant or as set forth in Gould .

12015–2015
Aguilar v. Texas red
scotus · 1964
1 sentence

2012However, pursuant to art. 14 of the Massachusetts Declaration of Rights, Massachusetts courts employ a more precise standard based on the principles of Aguilar v. Texas, 378 U.S. 108 (1964), and Spinelli v. United States, 393 U.S. 410 (1969).

12012–2012
Spinelli v. United States red
scotus · 1969
1 sentence

2012However, pursuant to art. 14 of the Massachusetts Declaration of Rights, Massachusetts courts employ a more precise standard based on the principles of Aguilar v. Texas, 378 U.S. 108 (1964), and Spinelli v. United States, 393 U.S. 410 (1969).

12012–2012
Commonwealth v. Upton green
mass · 1985
1 sentence

2012In Commonwealth v. Upton, 394 Mass. 363 (1985), the Court reaffirmed the application of the Aguilar-Spinellistandard in Massachusetts.

12012–2012
Commonwealth v. Rodriguez green
mass · 1976
2 sentences

1980The charge in question was given before the decisions in Mullaney v. Wilbur, 421 U.S. 684 (1975), and Commonwealth v. Rodriguez, 370 Mass. 684 (1976); the Supreme Court had given the Mullaney case "complete retroactive effect" in Hankerson v. North Carolina, 432 U.S. 233, 241, 243 (1977); and we did not require "clairvoyance on the part of defense counsel." But we need not "apply a narrow and precise test"; the charge must "be examined in its entirety to determine whether the constitutional requirements have been met." We will "bring greater expectations, and consequently more careful scrutiny

1980The charge in question was given before the decisions in Mullaney v. Wilbur, 421 U.S. 684 (1975), and Commonwealth v. Rodriguez, 370 Mass. 684 (1976); the Supreme Court had given the Mullaney case “complete retroactive effect” in Hankerson v. North Carolina, 432 U.S. 233, 241, 243 (1977); and we did not require “clairvoyance on the part of defense counsel.” But we need not “apply a narrow and precise test”; the charge must “be examined in its entirety to determine whether the constitutional requirements have been met.” We will “bring greater expectations, and consequently more careful scrutiny

11980–1980
Mullaney v. Wilbur green
scotus · 1975
2 sentences

1980The charge in question was given before the decisions in Mullaney v. Wilbur, 421 U.S. 684 (1975), and Commonwealth v. Rodriguez, 370 Mass. 684 (1976); the Supreme Court had given the Mullaney case "complete retroactive effect" in Hankerson v. North Carolina, 432 U.S. 233, 241, 243 (1977); and we did not require "clairvoyance on the part of defense counsel." But we need not "apply a narrow and precise test"; the charge must "be examined in its entirety to determine whether the constitutional requirements have been met." We will "bring greater expectations, and consequently more careful scrutiny

1980The charge in question was given before the decisions in Mullaney v. Wilbur, 421 U.S. 684 (1975), and Commonwealth v. Rodriguez, 370 Mass. 684 (1976); the Supreme Court had given the Mullaney case “complete retroactive effect” in Hankerson v. North Carolina, 432 U.S. 233, 241, 243 (1977); and we did not require “clairvoyance on the part of defense counsel.” But we need not “apply a narrow and precise test”; the charge must “be examined in its entirety to determine whether the constitutional requirements have been met.” We will “bring greater expectations, and consequently more careful scrutiny

11980–1980
United States v. William B. Campbell green
ca5 · 1976
1 sentence

1980These factors, as stated in Barker v. Wingo, 407 U.S. 514, 530 (1972), are the following: “Length of delay, the reason for the delay, the defendant’s assertion of his right, and prejudice to the defendant.” This is the precise test expressly applied in United States v. Campbell, supra at 1335 , and in United States v. Campisi, supra at 694 .

11980–1980
United States v. Anthony Campisi, Peter S. Campisi, Peter A. Campisi, Carman Charles Campisi. Appeal of Peter A. Campisi green
ca3 · 1978
1 sentence

1980These factors, as stated in Barker v. Wingo, 407 U.S. 514, 530 (1972), are the following: “Length of delay, the reason for the delay, the defendant’s assertion of his right, and prejudice to the defendant.” This is the precise test expressly applied in United States v. Campbell, supra at 1335 , and in United States v. Campisi, supra at 694 .

11980–1980
Andre v. Maguire green
mass · 1940
1 sentence

1970Andre v. Maguire, 305 Mass. 515, 516 .” The harshness of this doctrine that enables an owner to receive the benefit of some of the work without payment was recognized in Fi cana v. Belleau, 331 Mass. 80 .

11970–1970
Ficara v. Belleau green
mass · 1954
1 sentence

1970Andre v. Maguire, 305 Mass. 515, 516 .” The harshness of this doctrine that enables an owner to receive the benefit of some of the work without payment was recognized in Fi cana v. Belleau, 331 Mass. 80 .

11970–1970
Carlton v. City of Salem green
mass · 1869
1 sentence

1951But on page 260 in discussing the case of Carlton v. Salem, 103 Mass. 141 , the court may possibly have failed to give full recognition to the fact that subsequently to the Carlton case the statute had been completely redrafted and broadened by St. 1898, c. 490,. § 1, and that the precise requirement that the town must have voted “to raise [[money)] by taxation or pledge of its credit, or to pay from its treasury” had been superseded by the simple provision, “When a city or town or any of its officers or agents are about to raise or expend money or incur obligations . . ..” Dowling v. Assessor

11951–1951
Dowling v. Board of Assessors green
mass · 1929
1 sentence

1951But on page 260 in discussing the case of Carlton v. Salem, 103 Mass. 141 , the court may possibly have failed to give full recognition to the fact that subsequently to the Carlton case the statute had been completely redrafted and broadened by St. 1898, c. 490,. § 1, and that the precise requirement that the town must have voted “to raise [[money)] by taxation or pledge of its credit, or to pay from its treasury” had been superseded by the simple provision, “When a city or town or any of its officers or agents are about to raise or expend money or incur obligations . . ..” Dowling v. Assessor

11951–1951
Fifty Associates v. Grace neutral
mass · 1878
1 sentence

1938Fifty Associates v. Grace, 125 Mass. 161, 163 .

11938–1938

Statutes the citing opinions construe

MA § Mass. Gen. Laws ch. 278, § 33E (3)

Counted by distinct opinions that both name this issue and are annotated to the section; sections every opinion cites regardless of issue are not filtered here, so read the counts against the total above.

Where else courts name it

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