Cohens v. Virginia

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Facts: The case involving the illegal sale in Virginia of lottery tickets issued with congressional authority in DC.

Issue: Should Martin v. Hunter's Lessee (holding that the U.S. Supreme Court has appellate jurisdiction over state courts) be extended to criminal matters when the defendant has asserted violations of his or her Constitutional rights?

Holding: Yes.

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