In re Commitment of Fisher
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How courts have described this case
Verbatim parenthetical descriptions written by other courts when citing this decision. Ranked by citation-network relevance.
- holding that person challenging statute as facially vague must show “that the [challenged law] is unconstitutional in every possible application.”
- holding that person challenging statute as facially vague must show “that the [challenged law] is unconstitutional in every possible application .”
- noting that rational connection to nonpunitive purpose is “most significant” factor in determining whether statute’s effects are punitive or civil
- holding that the SVP Act is civil in nature
- explaining that a commitment proceeding under chapter 841 is not punitive, but instead is a civil matter designed to promote public safety and further treatment of sexually violent predators
- stating that the SVP Act “lacks the scienter requirement typically found in criminal statutes”
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