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totality of circumstances test in Texas

44 Texas opinions name it 3 courts 1983–2025 2 in the last five years

The cases below were cited by Texas 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 (26)

CaseFollowedCited
Pope v. Stategreen
texapp · 1991 · cited in 8 Texas opinions naming this issue, 2004–2008
2 sentences

2008Furthermore, prior to the adoption of the totality of circumstances test, persons who were asleep or unconscious were found to be "operating" their motor vehicle when the vehicle was stopped in the middle of the road with the engine running, gearshift in "Drive," and operator slumped behind the steering wheel with his foot on the brake, Ray v. State, 816 S.W.2d 97, 98 (Tex.App.-Dallas 1991, no writ); stopped in the roadway with the engine running, lights on, and the vehicle's owner sitting behind the steering wheel, Pope v. State, 802 S.W.2d 418, 420 (Tex.App.-Austin 1991, no writ); stopped in

2008Furthermore, prior to the adoption of the totality of circumstances test, persons who were asleep or unconscious were found to be “operating” their motor vehicle when the vehicle was stopped in the middle of the road with the engine running, gearshift in “Drive,” and operator slumped behind the steering wheel with his foot on the brake, Ray v. State, 816 S.W.2d 97, 98 (Tex.App.-Dallas 1991, no writ); stopped in the roadway with the engine running, lights on, and the vehicle’s owner sitting behind the steering wheel, Pope v. State, 802 S.W.2d 418, 420 (TexApp.-Austin 1991, no writ); stopped in

88
Ray v. Stategreen
texapp · 1991 · cited in 8 Texas opinions naming this issue, 2004–2008
2 sentences

2008Furthermore, prior to the adoption of the totality of circumstances test, persons who were asleep or unconscious were found to be "operating" their motor vehicle when the vehicle was stopped in the middle of the road with the engine running, gearshift in "Drive," and operator slumped behind the steering wheel with his foot on the brake, Ray v. State, 816 S.W.2d 97, 98 (Tex.App.-Dallas 1991, no writ); stopped in the roadway with the engine running, lights on, and the vehicle's owner sitting behind the steering wheel, Pope v. State, 802 S.W.2d 418, 420 (Tex.App.-Austin 1991, no writ); stopped in

2008Furthermore, prior to the adoption of the totality of circumstances test, persons who were asleep or unconscious were found to be “operating” their motor vehicle when the vehicle was stopped in the middle of the road with the engine running, gearshift in “Drive,” and operator slumped behind the steering wheel with his foot on the brake, Ray v. State, 816 S.W.2d 97, 98 (Tex.App.-Dallas 1991, no writ); stopped in the roadway with the engine running, lights on, and the vehicle’s owner sitting behind the steering wheel, Pope v. State, 802 S.W.2d 418, 420 (TexApp.-Austin 1991, no writ); stopped in

88
Hernandez v. Stategreen
texapp · 1989 · cited in 8 Texas opinions naming this issue, 2004–2008
2 sentences

2008Furthermore, prior to the adoption of the totality of circumstances test, persons who were asleep or unconscious were found to be "operating" their motor vehicle when the vehicle was stopped in the middle of the road with the engine running, gearshift in "Drive," and operator slumped behind the steering wheel with his foot on the brake, Ray v. State, 816 S.W.2d 97, 98 (Tex.App.-Dallas 1991, no writ); stopped in the roadway with the engine running, lights on, and the vehicle's owner sitting behind the steering wheel, Pope v. State, 802 S.W.2d 418, 420 (Tex.App.-Austin 1991, no writ); stopped in

2008Furthermore, prior to the adoption of the totality of circumstances test, persons who were asleep or unconscious were found to be “operating” their motor vehicle when the vehicle was stopped in the middle of the road with the engine running, gearshift in “Drive,” and operator slumped behind the steering wheel with his foot on the brake, Ray v. State, 816 S.W.2d 97, 98 (Tex.App.-Dallas 1991, no writ); stopped in the roadway with the engine running, lights on, and the vehicle’s owner sitting behind the steering wheel, Pope v. State, 802 S.W.2d 418, 420 (TexApp.-Austin 1991, no writ); stopped in

88
State v. Savagegreen
texapp · 1995 · cited in 7 Texas opinions naming this issue, 2004–2008
2 sentences

2008For instance, persons asleep or unconscious were found to be "operating" their motor vehicle when the vehicle was stopped by the roadway with its right front tire against the curb and engine running, gearshift in "Drive," and lights on, Freeman v. State, 69 S.W.3d 374, 375-76 (Tex.App.-Dallas 2002, no pet.); stopped in a moving lane of traffic with the engine running and the vehicle's owner in the driver's seat, Hearne, 80 S.W.3d at 680 ; and stopped on a roadway with the engine running, lights on, and the vehicle's operator sitting behind *437 the steering wheel, State v. Savage, 905 S.W.2d 2

2008For instance, persons asleep or unconscious were found to be “operating” their motor vehicle when the vehicle was stopped by the roadway with its right front tire against the curb and engine running, gearshift in “Drive,” and lights on, Freeman v. State, 69 S.W.3d 374, 375-76 (Tex.App.Dallas 2002, no pet.); stopped in a moving lane of traffic with the engine running and the vehicle’s owner in the driver’s seat, Reame, 80 S.W.3d at 680 ; and stopped on a roadway with the engine running, lights on, and the vehicle’s operator sitting be hind the steering wheel, State v. Savage, 905 S.W.2d 272, 27

77
Reynolds v. Stategreen
texapp · 1987 · cited in 8 Texas opinions naming this issue, 2004–2008
2 sentences

2008Furthermore, prior to the adoption of the totality of circumstances test, persons who were asleep or unconscious were found to be "operating" their motor vehicle when the vehicle was stopped in the middle of the road with the engine running, gearshift in "Drive," and operator slumped behind the steering wheel with his foot on the brake, Ray v. State, 816 S.W.2d 97, 98 (Tex.App.-Dallas 1991, no writ); stopped in the roadway with the engine running, lights on, and the vehicle's owner sitting behind the steering wheel, Pope v. State, 802 S.W.2d 418, 420 (Tex.App.-Austin 1991, no writ); stopped in

2008Furthermore, prior to the adoption of the totality of circumstances test, persons who were asleep or unconscious were found to be “operating” their motor vehicle when the vehicle was stopped in the middle of the road with the engine running, gearshift in “Drive,” and operator slumped behind the steering wheel with his foot on the brake, Ray v. State, 816 S.W.2d 97, 98 (Tex.App.-Dallas 1991, no writ); stopped in the roadway with the engine running, lights on, and the vehicle’s owner sitting behind the steering wheel, Pope v. State, 802 S.W.2d 418, 420 (TexApp.-Austin 1991, no writ); stopped in

68
Freeman v. Stategreen
texapp · 2002 · cited in 7 Texas opinions naming this issue, 2004–2008
2 sentences

2008For instance, persons asleep or unconscious were found to be "operating" their motor vehicle when the vehicle was stopped by the roadway with its right front tire against the curb and engine running, gearshift in "Drive," and lights on, Freeman v. State, 69 S.W.3d 374, 375-76 (Tex.App.-Dallas 2002, no pet.); stopped in a moving lane of traffic with the engine running and the vehicle's owner in the driver's seat, Hearne, 80 S.W.3d at 680 ; and stopped on a roadway with the engine running, lights on, and the vehicle's operator sitting behind *437 the steering wheel, State v. Savage, 905 S.W.2d 2

2008For instance, persons asleep or unconscious were found to be “operating” their motor vehicle when the vehicle was stopped by the roadway with its right front tire against the curb and engine running, gearshift in “Drive,” and lights on, Freeman v. State, 69 S.W.3d 374, 375-76 (Tex.App.Dallas 2002, no pet.); stopped in a moving lane of traffic with the engine running and the vehicle’s owner in the driver’s seat, Reame, 80 S.W.3d at 680 ; and stopped on a roadway with the engine running, lights on, and the vehicle’s operator sitting be hind the steering wheel, State v. Savage, 905 S.W.2d 272, 27

57
Illinois v. Gatesgreen
scotus · 1983 · cited in 13 Texas opinions naming this issue, 1983–2011
2 sentences

1998"Instead they are better understood as relevant considerations in the totality of circumstances analysis that traditionally has guided probable cause determinations: a deficiency in one may be compensated for, in determining the overall reliability of a tip, by a strong showing as to the other, or by some indicia of reliability. ( 462 U.S. at 231-33 , 103 S.Ct. at 2329 )." See also, Whaley v. State, supra; [7] Hennessy v. State, supra. [8] In conclusion, Aguilar was not followed in Texas in order to satisfy Article I, Section 9 of the Texas Constitution or Article 18.01, V.A.C.C.P.; it was fol

1998"Instead they are better understood as relevant considerations in the totality of circumstances analysis that traditionally has guided probable cause determinations: a deficiency in one may be compensated for, in determining the overall reliability of a tip, by a strong showing as to the other, or by some indicia of reliability. ( 462 U.S. at 231-33 , 103 S.Ct. at 2329 )." See also, Whaley v. State, supra; [7] Hennessy v. State, supra. [8] In conclusion, Aguilar was not followed in Texas in order to satisfy Article I, Section 9 of the Texas Constitution or Article 18.01, V.A.C.C.P.; it was fol

413
Hearne v. Stategreen
texapp · 2002 · cited in 7 Texas opinions naming this issue, 2004–2008
2 sentences

2008For instance, persons asleep or unconscious were found to be "operating" their motor vehicle when the vehicle was stopped by the roadway with its right front tire against the curb and engine running, gearshift in "Drive," and lights on, Freeman v. State, 69 S.W.3d 374, 375-76 (Tex.App.-Dallas 2002, no pet.); stopped in a moving lane of traffic with the engine running and the vehicle's owner in the driver's seat, Hearne, 80 S.W.3d at 680 ; and stopped on a roadway with the engine running, lights on, and the vehicle's operator sitting behind *437 the steering wheel, State v. Savage, 905 S.W.2d 2

2008For instance, persons asleep or unconscious were found to be “operating” their motor vehicle when the vehicle was stopped by the roadway with its right front tire against the curb and engine running, gearshift in “Drive,” and lights on, Freeman v. State, 69 S.W.3d 374, 375-76 (Tex.App.Dallas 2002, no pet.); stopped in a moving lane of traffic with the engine running and the vehicle’s owner in the driver’s seat, Reame, 80 S.W.3d at 680 ; and stopped on a roadway with the engine running, lights on, and the vehicle’s operator sitting be hind the steering wheel, State v. Savage, 905 S.W.2d 272, 27

47
Dyar v. Stategreen
texcrimapp · 2003 · cited in 4 Texas opinions naming this issue, 2002–2009
2 sentences

2009See Dyar , 125 S.W.3d at 468 .

2009See Dyar, 125 S.W.3d at 468 .

44
Delao v. Stategreen
texcrimapp · 2007 · cited in 3 Texas opinions naming this issue, 2012–2014
2 sentences

2014Delao v. State, 235 S.W.3d 235, 239 (Tex. Crim.

2012Delao v. State, 235 S.W.3d 235, 239 (Tex. Crim.

33
Guzman v. Stategreen
texcrimapp · 1997 · cited in 2 Texas opinions naming this issue, 2003–2007
2 sentences

2007For instance, person(s) asleep were found to be “operating” their motor vehicle where the vehicle was parked by the roadway with its right front tire 3 “Probable cause deals with probabilities.” Guzman v. State, 955 S.W.2d 85, 87 (Tex.Crim.App. 1997).

2003See Guzman , 955 S.W.2d at 87 . [5] In arguing that there was no reasonable suspicion to detain based upon an apparent hand-to-hand transaction, appellant points to the following exchange during the cross examination of Price.

22
Hennessy v. Stategreen
texcrimapp · 1983 · cited in 3 Texas opinions naming this issue, 1984–1990
2 sentences

1990Specifically, I dissent to the majority’s holding that the probable cause affidavit meets the totality of circumstances test under Illinois v. Gates, 462 U.S. 213 , 103 S.Ct. 2317 , 76 L.Ed.2d 527 (1983) or the requirements of Hennessy v. State, 660 S.W.2d 87 (Tex.Crim.App.1983).

1990Specifically, I dissent to the majority's holding that the probable cause affidavit meets the totality of circumstances test under Illinois v. Gates, 462 U.S. 213 , 103 S.Ct. 2317 , 76 L.Ed.2d 527 (1983) or the requirements of Hennessy v. State, 660 S.W.2d 87 (Tex.Crim.App.1983).

13
Quinones v. Stategreen
texapp · 2010 · cited in 1 Texas opinions naming this issue, 2025–2025
1 sentence

2025Quinones v. State, 325 S.W.3d 801, 803 (Tex. App.— Amarillo 2010, no pet.) (stating that an officer has probable cause to arrest when facts 2 and circumstances within the knowledge of the officer would authorize a reasonably prudent person to believe that the suspect committed or is committing a crime).

11
Martinez, Roger Anthonygreen
texcrimapp · 2019 · cited in 1 Texas opinions naming this issue, 2023–2023
1 sentence

2023See id. at 629 (evidence that officer could smell alcohol on defendant served as some evidence of intoxication); Stroud v. State, No. 03-19-00097-CR, 2020 Tex. App. LEXIS 1457 , at *35 (Tex. App.—Austin Feb. 21, 2020, no pet.) (mem. op., not designated for publication) (defendant’s smell of alcohol and displaying clues of HGN test among factors supporting probable cause to arrest defendant for driving while intoxicated).

11
Hulit v. Stategreen
texcrimapp · 1998 · cited in 1 Texas opinions naming this issue, 2015–2015
1 sentence

2015S_t:1_‘tg that in DWI investigatory detentions courts must rely on a totality of circumstances test as the reasonableness standard. 982 S.W.2d 431, 432 (Tex.Crim.App. 1998).

11
Bram v. United Statesgreen
scotus · 1897 · cited in 1 Texas opinions naming this issue, 2014–2014
2 sentences

2014See Fulminante, 499 U.S. at 285 , 111 S.Ct. 1246 (noting “but for” test based on Bram v. United States, 168 U.S. 532 , 18 S.Ct. 183 , 42 L.Ed. 568 (1897), does not state standard for determining voluntariness of confession under current law); United States v. Fernandes, No. 07-51100, 285 Fed.Appx. 119, 124 (5th Cir.2008) (per curiam, not designated for publication) (citing Hawkins v. Lynaugh, 844 F.2d 1132, 1140 (5th Cir.1988) (noting existence of a promise constitutes but one factor in the totality of circumstances analysis and does not render a confession involuntary per se)); Miller, 796 F.

2014See Fulminante, 499 U.S. at 285 , 111 S.Ct. 1246 (noting “but for” test based on Bram v. United States, 168 U.S. 532 , 18 S.Ct. 183 , 42 L.Ed. 568 (1897), does not state standard for determining voluntariness of confession under current law); United States v. Fernandes, No. 07-51100, 285 Fed.Appx. 119, 124 (5th Cir.2008) (per curiam, not designated for publication) (citing Hawkins v. Lynaugh, 844 F.2d 1132, 1140 (5th Cir.1988) (noting existence of a promise constitutes but one factor in the totality of circumstances analysis and does not render a confession involuntary per se)); Miller, 796 F.

11
Arizona v. Fulminantegreen
scotus · 1991 · cited in 1 Texas opinions naming this issue, 2014–2014
2 sentences

2014See Fulminante, 499 U.S. at 285 , 111 S.Ct. 1246 (noting “but for” test based on Bram v. United States, 168 U.S. 532 , 18 S.Ct. 183 , 42 L.Ed. 568 (1897), does not state standard for determining voluntariness of confession under current law); United States v. Fernandes, No. 07-51100, 285 Fed.Appx. 119, 124 (5th Cir.2008) (per curiam, not designated for publication) (citing Hawkins v. Lynaugh, 844 F.2d 1132, 1140 (5th Cir.1988) (noting existence of a promise constitutes but one factor in the totality of circumstances analysis and does not render a confession involuntary per se)); Miller, 796 F.

2014See Fulminante, 499 U.S. at 285 , 111 S.Ct. 1246 (noting “but for” test based on Bram v. United States, 168 U.S. 532 , 18 S.Ct. 183 , 42 L.Ed. 568 (1897), does not state standard for determining voluntariness of confession under current law); United States v. Fernandes, No. 07-51100, 285 Fed.Appx. 119, 124 (5th Cir.2008) (per curiam, not designated for publication) (citing Hawkins v. Lynaugh, 844 F.2d 1132, 1140 (5th Cir.1988) (noting existence of a promise constitutes but one factor in the totality of circumstances analysis and does not render a confession involuntary per se)); Miller, 796 F.

11
Samuel Christopher Hawkins v. James A. Lynaugh, Director, Texas Department of Correctionsgreen
ca5 · 1988 · cited in 1 Texas opinions naming this issue, 2014–2014
1 sentence

2014See Fulminante, 499 U.S. at 285 , 111 S.Ct. 1246 (noting “but for” test based on Bram v. United States, 168 U.S. 532 , 18 S.Ct. 183 , 42 L.Ed. 568 (1897), does not state standard for determining voluntariness of confession under current law); United States v. Fernandes, No. 07-51100, 285 Fed.Appx. 119, 124 (5th Cir.2008) (per curiam, not designated for publication) (citing Hawkins v. Lynaugh, 844 F.2d 1132, 1140 (5th Cir.1988) (noting existence of a promise constitutes but one factor in the totality of circumstances analysis and does not render a confession involuntary per se)); Miller, 796 F.

11
Frank M. Miller, Jr. v. Peter J. Fenton, Superintendent, Rahway State Prison, Irwin I. Kimmelman, Attorney General, State of New Jerseygreen
ca3 · 1986 · cited in 1 Texas opinions naming this issue, 2014–2014
1 sentence

2014See Fulminante, 499 U.S. at 285 , 111 S.Ct. 1246 (noting “but for” test based on Bram v. United States, 168 U.S. 532 , 18 S.Ct. 183 , 42 L.Ed. 568 (1897), does not state standard for determining voluntariness of confession under current law); United States v. Fernandes, No. 07-51100, 285 Fed.Appx. 119, 124 (5th Cir.2008) (per curiam, not designated for publication) (citing Hawkins v. Lynaugh, 844 F.2d 1132, 1140 (5th Cir.1988) (noting existence of a promise constitutes but one factor in the totality of circumstances analysis and does not render a confession involuntary per se)); Miller, 796 F.

11
United States v. Fernandesgreen
ca5 · 2008 · cited in 1 Texas opinions naming this issue, 2014–2014
1 sentence

2014See Fulminante, 499 U.S. at 285 , 111 S.Ct. 1246 (noting “but for” test based on Bram v. United States, 168 U.S. 532 , 18 S.Ct. 183 , 42 L.Ed. 568 (1897), does not state standard for determining voluntariness of confession under current law); United States v. Fernandes, No. 07-51100, 285 Fed.Appx. 119, 124 (5th Cir.2008) (per curiam, not designated for publication) (citing Hawkins v. Lynaugh, 844 F.2d 1132, 1140 (5th Cir.1988) (noting existence of a promise constitutes but one factor in the totality of circumstances analysis and does not render a confession involuntary per se)); Miller, 796 F.

11
Wiede v. Stategreen
texcrimapp · 2007 · cited in 1 Texas opinions naming this issue, 2009–2009
1 sentence

2009See Wiede , 214 S.W.3d at 28 (holding that court of appeals erred in both respects).

11
Pipkin v. Stategreen
texapp · 2003 · cited in 1 Texas opinions naming this issue, 2004–2004
1 sentence

2004Pipkin v. State , 114 S.W.3d 649, 654 (Tex. App. C Fort Worth 2003, no pet.); Sailo , 910 S.W.2d at 188 .

11
Camacho v. Samaniegogreen
texapp · 1997 · cited in 1 Texas opinions naming this issue, 2002–2002
1 sentence

2002Camacho v. Samaniego, 954 S.W.2d 811, 825 (Tex.App.-El Paso 1997, writ, denied).

11
Crow v. City of Corpus Christigreen
tex · 1948 · cited in 1 Texas opinions naming this issue, 2002–2002
11
Eisenhauer v. Stategreen
texcrimapp · 1984 · cited in 1 Texas opinions naming this issue, 1996–1996
11
Massachusetts v. Uptongreen
scotus · 1984 · cited in 1 Texas opinions naming this issue, 1984–1984
11

Distinguished, questioned or overruled (0)

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

Also cited on this issue (14)

CaseCitedYears
State v. Savage green
texcrimapp · 1996
2 sentences

2008For instance, persons asleep or unconscious were found to be "operating" their motor vehicle when the vehicle was stopped by the roadway with its right front tire against the curb and engine running, gearshift in "Drive," and lights on, Freeman v. State, 69 S.W.3d 374, 375-76 (Tex.App.-Dallas 2002, no pet.); stopped in a moving lane of traffic with the engine running and the vehicle's owner in the driver's seat, Hearne, 80 S.W.3d at 680 ; and stopped on a roadway with the engine running, lights on, and the vehicle's operator sitting behind *437 the steering wheel, State v. Savage, 905 S.W.2d 2

2008For instance, persons asleep or unconscious were found to be “operating” their motor vehicle when the vehicle was stopped by the roadway with its right front tire against the curb and engine running, gearshift in “Drive,” and lights on, Freeman v. State, 69 S.W.3d 374, 375-76 (Tex.App.Dallas 2002, no pet.); stopped in a moving lane of traffic with the engine running and the vehicle’s owner in the driver’s seat, Reame, 80 S.W.3d at 680 ; and stopped on a roadway with the engine running, lights on, and the vehicle’s operator sitting be hind the steering wheel, State v. Savage, 905 S.W.2d 272, 27

72004–2008
Denton v. State green
texcrimapp · 1995
2 sentences

2008Denton, 911 S.W.2d at 389 ; Daly, 313 A.2d at 195 . [2] Appellant states twice that the trial court made an explicit finding that the vehicle was not in gear.

2008Denton, 911 S.W.2d at 389 ; Daly, 313 A.2d at 195 . .

32008–2008
State v. Daly green
nj · 1973
2 sentences

2008Denton, 911 S.W.2d at 389 ; Daly, 313 A.2d at 195 . [2] Appellant states twice that the trial court made an explicit finding that the vehicle was not in gear.

2008Denton, 911 S.W.2d at 389 ; Daly, 313 A.2d at 195 . .

32008–2008
Perry Homes v. Cull green
tex · 2008
2 sentences

2015Perry Homes, 258 S.W.3d at 589-92 ; see G.T.

2008Perry Homes , 2008 WL 1922978 at *4–5.

22008–2015
Elliott v. State green
texcrimapp · 1985
2 sentences

1988Of particular relevance is Elliott v. State, 687 S.W.2d 359 (Tex.Crim.App.1985), upholding the Houston Court of Appeals in applying the totality of circumstances analysis under both the Texas Constitution and the Texas Code of Criminal Procedure article 18.01.

1988Of particular relevance is Elliott v. State, 687 S.W.2d 359 (Tex.Crim.App.1985), upholding the Houston Court of Appeals in applying the totality of circumstances analysis under both the Texas Constitution and the Texas Code of Criminal Procedure article 18.01.

21988–1988
Dornbusch v. State green
texapp · 2008
1 sentence

2010Id. at 436–37 (internal citations omitted).

12010–2010
State v. Sailo green
texapp · 1996
1 sentence

2004Pipkin v. State , 114 S.W.3d 649, 654 (Tex. App. C Fort Worth 2003, no pet.); Sailo , 910 S.W.2d at 188 .

12004–2004
Ex Parte Martin green
texcrimapp · 1999
12000–2000
Gray v. Lucas, Warden, Et Al. green
scotus · 1983
11990–1990
Seath v. Regulations & Permits Administration green
scotus · 1983
11990–1990
Harris v. Harris green
· 1916
11990–1990
Whaley v. State green
texcrimapp · 1985
11986–1986
Jones v. United States red
scotus · 1960
11985–1985
Rumbaugh v. State green
texcrimapp · 1982
11984–1984

Statutes the citing opinions construe

TX § Tex. Penal Code § 49.04 (13) TX § Tex. Transp. Code § 724.042 (4) TX § Tex. Penal Code § 12.42 (3) TX § Tex. Transp. Code § 724.043 (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

PA 87 (1969–2026) TX 44 (1983–2025) NJ 38 (1983–2026) OH 33 (1984–2025) IL 28 (1968–2026) NC 23 (1980–2017) CA 20 (1985–2024) CT 19 (1986–2024) LA 18 (1979–2016) KS 18 (1975–2026) AL 16 (1967–2015) FL 16 (1983–2012) WI 15 (1988–2021) CO 15 (1982–2025) SC 14 (1993–2025) NM 13 (1995–2021) WA 12 (1980–2026) MS 12 (1990–2015) GA 12 (1985–2013) MD 12 (1984–2025) MI 11 (1966–2025) UT 9 (1992–2024) MO 9 (1967–2005) SD 9 (1983–2007) RI 8 (1984–2023) AZ 8 (1990–2024) MN 8 (1991–2015) NY 8 (1976–2024) VA 7 (1993–2026) HI 7 (1994–2024) TN 7 (1988–2013) ID 7 (1983–2025) DC 6 (1985–2026) IA 5 (1989–2023) DE 5 (1989–2025) VT 5 (1987–2016) IN 4 (1985–2012) MT 4 (1995–2016) NH 4 (1978–1997) WY 4 (1979–2014) WV 4 (1981–2023) KY 3 (2020–2020) MA 3 (1995–2024) ME 3 (2015–2020) OR 2 (1986–2021) AR 2 (1984–1997)

Opinions by the citing court's state. A doctrine retained in one state and abandoned in another shows up here as a year span that stalls.

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