Topic: the plain language of rule 35(b), which indicates that the … · Go Syfert
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3 canonical passages across 2 cases, quoted by 10 opinions in total. These passages cluster together because the same opinions keep quoting them side by side — they state parts of one doctrine. The anchor passage is from United States v. Manella.

#Case FlagCanonical passage Citers
1 United States v. Manella Anchor
ca11 · 1996
green “the plain language of rule 35(b), which indicates that the reduction shall reflect the assistance of the defendant; it does not mention any other factor that may be considered.” 4
2 United States v. Bernal Chavarria-Herrara
ca11 · 1994
green “may not rely on factors other than the substantial assistance of the defendant.” 3
3 United States v. Bernal Chavarria-Herrara
ca11 · 1994
green “the plain language of rule 35(b), which indicates that the reduction shall reflect the assistance of the defendant; it does not mention any other factor that may be considered.” 3

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