Narrative Opinion Summary
Wayne D. Butts appeals the dismissal of his petition for a writ of mandamus by the district court. The appellate court reviewed the record and found no reversible error, affirming the district court's decision for the reasons provided in its ruling. The case, Butts v. Sabelius, was filed in the Eastern District of Virginia and entered on May 23, 2011. The appellate court determined that oral argument was unnecessary as the facts and legal arguments were sufficiently presented in the existing materials. The decision is affirmed, and it is noted that unpublished opinions are not binding precedent in this circuit.
Legal Issues Addressed
Mandamus Relief Denialsubscribe to see similar legal issues
Application: The appellate court affirmed the dismissal of the petition for a writ of mandamus due to the absence of reversible error in the district court's decision.
Reasoning: Wayne D. Butts appeals the dismissal of his petition for a writ of mandamus by the district court.
Non-Binding Nature of Unpublished Opinionssubscribe to see similar legal issues
Application: The case reaffirms that unpublished opinions do not serve as binding precedent within the circuit.
Reasoning: It is noted that unpublished opinions are not binding precedent in this circuit.
Sufficiency of Record for Appellate Reviewsubscribe to see similar legal issues
Application: The appellate court concluded that the existing record adequately presented the facts and legal arguments, making oral argument unnecessary.
Reasoning: The appellate court determined that oral argument was unnecessary as the facts and legal arguments were sufficiently presented in the existing materials.