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Murphy v. ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS OF CITY OF STAMFORD

Citations: 870 A.2d 1080; 273 Conn. 910

Court: Supreme Court of Connecticut; March 1, 2005; Connecticut; State Supreme Court

Narrative Opinion Summary

The Supreme Court of Connecticut denied the plaintiffs' petition for certification for appeal regarding the Zoning Board of Appeals of the City of Stamford case. The plaintiffs, Karen A. Murphy and Kathleen A. Murphy, represented themselves in the appeal process, while the opposition was represented by John W. Mullin, assistant corporation counsel. The Appellate Court's decision, referenced as 86 Conn.App. 147, 860 A.2d 764 (2004), stands as the final ruling in the matter. The decision was made on March 2, 2005.

Legal Issues Addressed

Denial of Certification for Appeal

Application: The Supreme Court of Connecticut denied the plaintiffs' petition for certification for appeal, indicating that the court found no substantial question of law necessitating further review.

Reasoning: The Supreme Court of Connecticut denied the plaintiffs' petition for certification for appeal regarding the Zoning Board of Appeals of the City of Stamford case.

Finality of Appellate Court Decisions

Application: The Supreme Court's denial of the appeal means the decision of the Appellate Court remains the final ruling on the matter.

Reasoning: The Appellate Court's decision, referenced as 86 Conn.App. 147, 860 A.2d 764 (2004), stands as the final ruling in the matter.

Representation in Appeal Process

Application: The plaintiffs represented themselves in the appeal, showcasing the allowance for self-representation in the appellate process.

Reasoning: The plaintiffs, Karen A. Murphy and Kathleen A. Murphy, represented themselves in the appeal process, while the opposition was represented by John W. Mullin, assistant corporation counsel.