Gerstein V Pugh Case Study

Gerstein v Pugh Parties: Gerstein Petitioner, Pugh: Respondent Facts: Respondent was arrested on an information (charging documeLabeling Theory and the resulting effects on children in our societynt prepared by prosecutor, not reviewed by grand jury or judge) and held without bond at least 30 days without a determination of probable cause. History: Respondent filed a civil suit, with Petitioner, State Attorney for Dade County, as defendant. District Court found for Respondent and ordered probable cause hearings. Court of Appeals stayed the ruling while new procedures were put in place. Case was remanded to trial court, who affirmed their decision based on the new rules. Court of appeals affirmed. Petitioner petitioned US Supreme Court for review,