UNITED STATES v. MERCHANT

Paul J. Larkin, Jr., argued the cause for the United

With him on the briefs were Solicitor General Fried, Assistant Attorney General Trott,

Deputy Solicitor General

Penelope M. Cooper argued the cause for

With her on the brief were Cristina C. Arguedas

Ted W.

Nancy Gertner

Judith H. Mizner filed a brief for the American Civil Liberties Union et al. as amici curiae urging