Firearm Offense Definition

Clarifying the meaning of “use” of a firearm in federal criminal law.

1. Dean v. United States

2. Jurisdiction: United States (April 29, 2009)
3. DefendantsChristopher Michael DeanPlaintiffsUnited StatesProsecutorsElena KaganJudgesJohn RobertsInstitutionsSupreme Court of the United States
4. Case Tags: 18 U.S.C. § 924(c);Mandatory Minimum Sentencing;Firearm Offense Definition;Supreme Court Precedent