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In Plain Cite is a podcast about developments in federal criminal defense law, focusing on the US Supreme Court and the Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals, produced by the Federal Public Defender Office in the Southern District of West Virginia.

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Jonathan Byrne of the Southern District of West Virginia and Andrew Grindrod of the Eastern District of Virginia Federal Public Defender Offices discuss recent Fourth Circuit Court news.

Jonathan Byrne and Jeremy Thompson of the District of Sourth Carolina Federal Public Defender Office discuss recent Fourth Circuit and Supreme Court news.

Jonathan Byrne and Josh Carpenter of the Western District of North Carolina Federal Public Defender Office discuss recent Fourth Circuit and Supreme Court news.

Jonathan Byrne and Jackie Tarlton of the Eastern District of North Carolina Federal Public Defender Office discuss recent Fourth Circuit and Supreme Court news.

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Recent Guests

Andrew Grindrod
Attorney, Defender Office in the Eastern District of Virginia
Defender Office, Eastern District of Virginia
Episode: Ep 107 May 2026 Fourth Circuit Court Update
Jackie Tarlton
Assistant Federal Public Defender in the Eastern District of North Carolina
Federal Public Defender Office (Eastern District of North Carolina)
Episode: Ep 102 October 2025 Fourth Circuit Court Update
Josh Carpenter
Appellate Chief for the Federal Public Defender in the Western District of North Carolina
Federal Public Defender Office, Western District of North Carolina
Episode: Ep 101 September 2025 Fourth Circuit Court Update
Alicia Penn
Assistant Federal Public Defender with the Defender Office in Charleston, South Carolina; consultant with the National Litigation Support Team
Federal Public Defender Office (Charleston, SC)
Episode: Ep 100 August 2025 Fourth Circuit and Supreme Court Update
Jeremy Thompson
Assistant Federal Public Defender, Appellate Division
Federal Public Defender Office, South Carolina
Episode: Ep 99 June 2025 Fourth Circuit and Supreme Court Update

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Jonathan Byrne
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Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 27 ratings
  • In Plain Sight — Hear! Hear!

    An often entertaining and always educational podcast providing sound legal analysis of recent criminal case decisions with commentary informed by experience and current insights into trending federal criminal law practice that we might not otherwise readily find in plain sight.

    Easy to digest criminal law updates on decisions in criminal law from the Fourth Circuit and SCOTUS.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    PaulMont77
    United States4 years ago
  • Dale

    Hank, you sound different

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    mrs mc gonagall's sister
    United States5 years ago
  • Hear! Hear!

    Informative for every resident in central Appalachia and citizens throughout the 4th Circuit to hear how this jurisdiction is deciding how to apply the constitutional safeguards that protect us all from unreasonable governmental intrusions as well analysis of broader federal criminal laws. The podcast provides current information that otherwise we may not readily find in plain sight.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    PaulMont77
    United States6 years ago
  • Great job

    Thank you for shedding light on knowledge that seems untouchable at times.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Hellcatchase
    United States7 years ago
  • Straight forward legal analysis!

    This pod provides concise legal analysis that cuts to the “why it matters” and “what this means now.” Would really love it if cites for the cases discusses were provided in the show notes. Thanks & keep up the great work!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    NM Sleeper
    United States7 years ago

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Listeners praise accessible, practical legal analysis of federal criminal law.
Praised for clear takeaways on how decisions matter in practice for defense teams.
High regard for guests who are AFPD-level experts and appellate practitioners.

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Ep 103 December 2025 Fourth Circuit and Supreme Court Update
Q: What was the main issue with the Coe stop and use of force argument?
The main issue was whether the officer's decision to draw a firearm and the reasoning behind it could be considered reasonable under the Fourth Amendment, and whether the district court erred by evaluating the officer's subjective intent.

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The show provides in-depth, practitioner-focused analysis of federal criminal defense developments, with a strong emphasis on Fourth Circuit decisions and Supreme Court rulings. Episodes routinely break down case details, doctrinal standards, and practical implications for defense strategy, highlighting how nuances in searches, warrants, and sentencing guidelines shape litigation and appellate work. A standout aspect is the consistent inclusion of experienced public defenders and appellate practitioners as guests, offering first-hand perspectives on how lower courts apply precedents and how to frame effective arguments on appeal. This makes it a valuable resource for刑法 practitioners, public defenders, and law students aiming to understand r... more

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