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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.

Court Denies Liu's Petition Against CNMI Attorney General

The Supreme Court of the Northern Mariana Islands rules against Xiao Ru Liu's petition challenging the authority of the Attorney General.

Northern Marianas College wins appeal on agency standing

The Supreme Court of the Northern Mariana Islands ruled that Northern Marianas College can seek judicial review of an administrative decision.

Court Denies Rehearing in Manglona v. Tenorio Case

The Supreme Court of the Northern Mariana Islands denies a rehearing request in the Manglona v. Tenorio case, affirming earlier findings on consent.

Court rules on appeal involving recusal of justice

The Supreme Court of the Northern Mariana Islands ruled on an appeal regarding the recusal of a justice during a case involving Eugene B. Repeki, Jr.

Court Upholds Election Board's Actions in Voting Dispute

The Supreme Court of the Northern Mariana Islands rules on a voting rights case involving disqualified voters and the Board of Elections.

Court Upholds Validity of Bills from Tenth Legislature

The Supreme Court of the Northern Mariana Islands rules on legislative bills from the Tenth Legislature, affirming their validity for gubernatorial action.

Supreme Court rules on election contest in Northern Mariana Islands

The Supreme Court of the Northern Mariana Islands denied a petition from the Board of Elections regarding election contest jurisdiction.

Court rules on appeal process in Lucky Development case

The Supreme Court of the Northern Mariana Islands rules on appeal timelines in the Lucky Development Co. Ltd. v. Tokai U.S.A. Inc. case, affecting future appeals.

Court affirms election board's authority in voter challenges

The Supreme Court of the Northern Mariana Islands upheld the Board of Elections' authority to adjudicate voter challenges, impacting election procedures.

Court affirms conviction in Cabrera Alford plea case

The Supreme Court of the Northern Mariana Islands upheld Frances Cabrera's conviction, affirming the validity of her Alford plea.

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