In permit-related appellate matters, one practical challenge is preserving civil statutory review while avoiding arguments that can be characterized as direct attacks on criminal judgments.
Framing objective
Present the requested relief in civil terms: statutory eligibility, burden allocation, and review scope under the governing civil framework.
Useful authority anchors
Why this is amicus-relevant
Amici can assist by addressing institutional implications of lane separation and appellate reachability without taking positions on disputed historical facts beyond public records.
Educational analysis only; not legal advice.