Rule of Law Cases
Rule of Law | Unjust Proceedings
Norco, CA Enforcement Fees
Ron Mugar successfully saved his home in court from being taken by the city in a process called a receivership. But the receiver nonetheless charged Ron over $60,000 for “obstructive tactics” just for defending himself. IJ challenged these fees, but the California Supreme Court unfortunately refused to hear Ron’s appeal.
Fines and Fees | Private Property | Rule of Law
Police Must Serve and Protect, Not Ticket to Collect
The Supreme Court has made it clear that it is unconstitutional for a justice system to be influenced by perverse incentives to raise municipal revenue. That’s why two Doraville homeowners and two Doraville drivers have partnered with the IJ to shut down the city’s unconstitutional practice of policing for profit.
Rule of Law | Unjust Proceedings
Class Action Lawsuit Challenges California Cities’ For-Profit Prosecution Scheme
The city of Indio charged Ramona Morales with thousands of dollars in attorney's fees for her own prosecution in a minor code enforcement issue. IJ stepped in to defend her against this unreasonable fee, and Indio ultimately decided to stop charging these “prosecution fees.”
Rule of Law | Unjust Proceedings
Waive Your Rights or Else: Challenging NYPD’s Use of “No-Fault” Eviction to Compel Innocent Residents and Businesses to Give Up Constitutional Rights
Fines and Fees | Private Property | Rule of Law