On July 4, 2002,
John Gilmore went to Oakland International Airport in California and attempted to take a domestic flight. He produced his ticket and was told he also had to show his ID. He asked to see the law requiring him to show ID before he could travel. Mr. Gilmore was informed that the law was secret and that he could not see it.
He missed his flight.
Then he sued the government.
Oral agruments were heard before the 9th Circuit Court of Appeals on December 8, 2005. The court has posted audio files of the arguments
here (requires Windows Media Player or compatible software).
The arguments raise some interesting legal issues that will have a long-term impact on ID requirements and US citizens' right to travel.
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Audio Available of John Gilmore vs Gonzales Arguments on December 8, 2005
