re: BLM vs. Nevada Rancher

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Private citizen (Bundy) enters into agreement with another private citizen (government) to perform services at an agreed upon rate.

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I don't think that's the issue in Bundy's eyes. I believe he believes he has a servitude across public land in perpetuity.

If I have a servitude across my neighbor's property, and he locks me out, I'll call the sheriff and re-gain access across his property.

BUT - I have to prove I have that servitude. Apparently the court found Bundy's proof of any right of servitude lacking and judged against him accordingly.

I think it's more complicated than Bundy simply renting public lands for grazing his cattle.