What is the test for affirming a decision of a federal agency on a ground that the agency did not use in making its decision?

MultiRegion, United States of America

The following excerpt is from Defenders of Wildlife v. Norton, 258 F.3d 1136 (9th Cir. 2001):

12. In general, "we cannot affirm the decision of an agency on a ground that the agency did not invoke in making its decision." Pinto v. Massanari, 249 F.3d 840, 847 (9th Cir. 2001).

12. In general, "we cannot affirm the decision of an agency on a ground that the agency did not invoke in making its decision." Pinto v. Massanari, 249 F.3d 840, 847 (9th Cir. 2001).

Other Questions


Is it a requirement that the agency from which information is sought be the agency making the decision to which the information relates? ("New York", United States of America)
What is the effect of a federal action for non-federal action in which a plaintiff is seeking to force a federal judge to dismiss the federal action? (MultiRegion, United States of America)
Does a decision to refer a case for federal prosecution in order to make use of the harsher penalties available under federal law violate due process? (MultiRegion, United States of America)
Does Section 5G1.3 of the Federal Guidelines for Federal Sentences apply to a defendant who is convicted of a federal charge of possession of a firearm by a federal court? (MultiRegion, United States of America)
Is the evidence insufficient to support any of the 12 convictions for conspiracy to make false statements, making, and aiding and abetting in making false statements to federally insured financial institutions? (MultiRegion, United States of America)
What is the test for affirming a decision of a federal district court that found that a plaintiff has a valid claim against a federal judge? (MultiRegion, United States of America)
Is a federal district court's interpretation of a federal statute a de novo review of the interpretation of the federal statute? (MultiRegion, United States of America)
Is a federal district court's interpretation of a federal statute a de novo review of the interpretation of the federal statute? (MultiRegion, United States of America)
Can a federal judge after reviewing the record in the process of making a de novo determination, have doubts concerning the credibility findings of a federal magistrate? (MultiRegion, United States of America)
What is the test for affirming a judgment by a federal district court on any ground that is different than the one relied on by the district court? (MultiRegion, United States of America)
X



Alexi white


"The most advanced legal research software ever built."

Trusted by top litigators from across North America.