Federal Communications Commission v. AT&T (25-406)
- Term
- OT 2025
- Argued
- 2026-04-22
Question Presented
Whether the Communications Act provisions that govern the FCC's assessment and enforcement of monetary forfeitures are consistent with the Seventh Amendment and Article III. The FCC assesses forfeiture penalties by issuing a notice of apparent liability, giving the regulated party an opportunity to respond in writing, and then issuing a final decision. If the regulated party declines to pay, it is entitled to a de novo jury trial in federal district court. Alternatively, the party may pay the penalty and seek court of appeals review with no jury. Consolidated with No. 25-567 for one hour oral argument.
Model prediction
AT&T 6-3 (72% confidence).
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