Jared P. Marx Discusses Circuit Split on FCC Forfeiture Orders in Law360

Jared P. Marx recently contributed an article to Law360 titled “How The 5th, DC Circuits Agreed On FCC Forfeiture Orders,” examining the recent circuit split between the U.S. Courts of Appeals for the Fifth and D.C. Circuits over whether the Federal Communications Commission’s enforcement process satisfies the constitutional right to a jury trial.

Jared explains that despite their differences, both courts agreed on an important point: untested FCC enforcement orders cannot be used against a party until affirmed by a neutral third party or conceded. He notes that this development marks a critical shift for parties facing FCC enforcement actions.

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Jared is an experienced litigator focused on helping companies and individuals resolve complex cases, particularly in the areas of telecommunications and legal ethics. He serves as co-chair of the firm’s Litigation & Investigations practice.