MATT HOOVER CASE: DOJ TRYING TO HIDE CRITICAL INFORMATION ABOUT CASE...

Published on August 10, 2023
Duration: 22:23

This video discusses a Department of Justice motion to prevent the dissemination of Matthew Hoover's pre-sentencing report. The speaker, Mark Smith, argues the DOJ's motion is weak, citing First Amendment concerns, the 'unclean hands' doctrine due to the DOJ's own press releases, and a lack of causation for public outcry. The case involves the legality of an 'auto key card' device under the National Firearms Act, which the speaker views as a 'malam prohibitum' crime. Journalist John Crump has intervened to defend his First Amendment rights.

Quick Summary

The Department of Justice is attempting to suppress Matthew Hoover's pre-sentencing report, citing concerns about public dissemination. However, legal expert Mark Smith argues this motion is weak, citing First Amendment violations, the 'unclean hands' doctrine due to the DOJ's own press releases, and a lack of proven causation for public anger. The case involves the legality of an 'auto key card' under the National Firearms Act.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Breaking News: Matthew Hoover Case
  2. 01:14The Hoover & Irvin Conviction
  3. 02:19Pre-Sentencing Report Explained
  4. 03:05DOJ Motion to Prohibit Dissemination
  5. 05:13First Amendment Concerns
  6. 06:38Unclean Hands Doctrine
  7. 08:22Second Amendment Connection
  8. 10:04Confidentiality Exceptions
  9. 12:25Malam Prohibitum vs. Malam In Se
  10. 13:50DOJ's Focus on YouTube Comments
  11. 14:47Causation Argument
  12. 16:00Can't Unring a Bell
  13. 16:47John Crump's Intervention
  14. 17:12Jurisdiction Over Non-Parties
  15. 18:58Judge's Likely Decision
  16. 21:25Future Developments

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Matthew Hoover case about?

The Matthew Hoover case involves his conviction, along with Justin Irvin, for conspiring to sell a machine gun, specifically an 'auto key card' device. The Department of Justice argued this device could readily convert a semi-automatic firearm into an automatic one under the National Firearms Act.

Why is the Department of Justice trying to hide information in the Hoover case?

The DOJ filed a motion to prevent the dissemination of Matthew Hoover's pre-sentencing report. The speaker suggests this is because the DOJ is unhappy with public criticism of the prosecution and is attempting to suppress further information, despite their own prior public statements about the case.

What are the legal arguments against the DOJ's motion?

Key arguments include violations of the First Amendment rights to free speech and press, and the 'unclean hands' doctrine, as the DOJ previously publicized the case. The speaker also questions the DOJ's ability to prove causation for public anger and the concept of 'unringing a bell' regarding already disseminated information.

What is a 'malam prohibitum' crime in the context of the Hoover case?

A 'malam prohibitum' crime, like the one involving the 'auto key card,' is an act that is illegal simply because a law prohibits it, not because it is inherently evil. This is contrasted with 'malam in se' crimes like murder or robbery, which are considered morally wrong in themselves.

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