ELR Citation: ELR 20356
No(s). 84-1213 (6th Cir. Apr 3, 1985)

The court rules that the absence of a requirement of criminal intent in Migratory Bird Treaty Act (MBTA) §6(b)(2), which makes the sale of migratory birds in violation of MBTA a felony, violates the Due Process Clause because the penalty is severe and conviction would irreparably damage one's reput...