Narrative Opinion Summary
Keith Chandler appeals the denial of his habeas corpus petition under 28 U.S.C. § 2254 by the district court. The Ninth Circuit found that the district court erred in determining that Chandler's claim was not cognizable. However, it vacated the denial and remanded the case with instructions to dismiss for lack of personal jurisdiction, as Chandler failed to name the appropriate state officer having custody over him as the respondent. Instead, he named the California Board of Prison Terms and the Attorney General of California, neither of whom was his immediate custodian at the time the petition was filed. The court emphasized that proper naming of the custodian is essential for federal jurisdiction. Chandler has the opportunity to amend his petition to name the correct respondent. The decision was made without oral argument, and the memorandum is not designated for publication.
Legal Issues Addressed
Habeas Corpus Petition Requirements under 28 U.S.C. § 2254subscribe to see similar legal issues
Application: The court addresses the necessity for a habeas corpus petitioner to name the correct custodian to establish federal jurisdiction.
Reasoning: The Ninth Circuit found that the district court erred in determining that Chandler's claim was not cognizable.
Jurisdictional Requirement for Naming Custodian in Habeas Petitionssubscribe to see similar legal issues
Application: The petition was dismissed due to Chandler's failure to name the appropriate state officer having custody over him as the respondent.
Reasoning: It vacated the denial and remanded the case with instructions to dismiss for lack of personal jurisdiction, as Chandler failed to name the appropriate state officer having custody over him as the respondent.
Non-Publication of Judicial Memorandumsubscribe to see similar legal issues
Application: The court's decision was made without oral argument and is not intended for publication.
Reasoning: The decision was made without oral argument, and the memorandum is not designated for publication.
Opportunity to Amend Habeas Corpus Petitionsubscribe to see similar legal issues
Application: Chandler is allowed to amend his petition to correct the respondent's name and resubmit it.
Reasoning: Chandler has the opportunity to amend his petition to name the correct respondent.