Alaska pilot seeks SCOTUS relief in case in which three beer cases led to forfeiture of $95K plane

Pilot Kenneth Jouppi, at 82 years old, is taking his fight to the Supreme Court after the Alaska Supreme Court upheld the forfeiture of his Cessna aircraft due to three cases of beer. This case raises important questions about the fairness of penalties and the definition of excessive fines, especially when it involves personal property. Jouppi's situation highlights the potential for harsh consequences over seemingly minor infractions, making it a significant legal battle that could impact similar cases in the future.