Court orders recount of Rota election ballots in key ruling
The Supreme Court of the Northern Mariana Islands mandates a recount of Rota election ballots, affirming procedural errors by the Election Commission.
Court orders CNMI governor to release financial documents
The Supreme Court of the CNMI rules that Governor Fitial must disclose financial documents related to a federal lawsuit, impacting transparency in government.
Court dismisses appeal for failure to file timely brief
The Supreme Court of the Northern Mariana Islands dismissed an appeal by Felipe Atalig and Elvira Custodio for failing to file a brief on time.
Court rules on right to counsel in contempt hearings
The Supreme Court of the Northern Mariana Islands ruled that defendants facing contempt charges have a right to counsel if liberty is at stake.
Court sanctions judge for misconduct in disqualification case
The Supreme Court of the Northern Mariana Islands sanctions Judge Juan T. Lizama for misconduct related to disqualification proceedings.
Court Vacates Suspension of Attorneys in Atalig Case
The Supreme Court of the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands vacated the suspension of two attorneys, emphasizing adherence to disciplinary rules.
Court vacates convictions in Commonwealth v. Demapan case
The Supreme Court of the Northern Mariana Islands vacated Francisco Demapan's convictions, citing errors in jury instructions on self-defense.
Court vacates settlement order in Torres v. Fitial case
The Supreme Court of the Northern Mariana Islands vacated a settlement order involving Governor Fitial and Rep. Torres over misappropriated funds.
Court rules on redistricting in Northern Mariana Islands case
The Supreme Court of the Northern Mariana Islands rules on redistricting, impacting representation for citizens and noncitizens alike.
Court Denies Rehearing in Chen's Corp. v. Hambros Case
The Supreme Court of the Northern Mariana Islands denies a rehearing request in a small claims case, affirming trial court's jurisdiction.
Court Denies Petition on Teacher Representative Selection Process
The Supreme Court of the Northern Mariana Islands denies a petition regarding the selection of a Board of Education teacher representative.
Court Denies Rehearing in Commonwealth Ports Authority Case
The Supreme Court of the Northern Mariana Islands denies Tinian Shipping's petition for rehearing in a contract dispute with the Commonwealth Ports Authority.
Court suspends prosecutor for failing to file appellate briefs
The Supreme Court of the Northern Mariana Islands suspends Assistant Attorney General Anne-Marie Roy for failing to file required legal briefs.
Court denies petition to reinstate disqualified judge in estate case
The Supreme Court of the Northern Mariana Islands denied a petition to reinstate a disqualified judge in an estate case, affecting legal proceedings.
Court denies rehearing in NMC vs. Civil Service Commission
The Supreme Court of the Northern Mariana Islands denies a rehearing request from Jack Angello, affirming NMC's autonomy from the Civil Service Commission.
Supreme Court dismisses Aguon appeal for lack of prosecution
The Supreme Court of the Northern Mariana Islands dismissed the Aguon appeal due to failure to file necessary records on time.
Court dismisses appeal in Commonwealth v. Kumagai case
The Supreme Court of the Northern Mariana Islands dismisses an appeal due to lack of jurisdiction, emphasizing the need for final judgments.
Supreme Court of CNMI Overturns Testimony Suppression Ruling
The Supreme Court of the Northern Mariana Islands ruled to allow testimony in a murder case after a lower court suppressed it, impacting future trials.
Court rules on third-party beneficiary status in contract case
The Supreme Court of the Northern Mariana Islands ruled on the beneficiary status of Niizeki International Saipan Co., Ltd. in a joint venture dispute.
Court rules on spending cap order in Saipan case
The Supreme Court of the Northern Mariana Islands rules on a spending cap order affecting the Bank of Saipan and the Acting Secretary of Commerce.