Breaking News: The SG has asked for an extension of time in which to file a cert petition in Prather
The SG yesterday asked the Chief Justice to extend the United States’ time in which to file a cert petition in Prather until 15 July 2011. United States v. Prather, No. 10A-1237. This doesn’t mean, however, that the SG will file a cert petition; the SG often asks for an extension of time and then decides not to file a cert petition.
It might also just reflect the transition in the SG’s office – Acting SG, now Principal Deputy Neal Katyal has resigned effect when the SCOTUS term ends. This will allow new SG Verrilli time to assess the case.