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fromLos Angeles Times
6 days ago
Los Angeles Rams

L.A. federal prosecutors resign over plea deal for convicted sheriff's deputy, sources say

Federal prosecutors resign over plea deal for sheriff's deputy convicted of excessive force.
Contentious plea deal could diminish integrity of the justice system.
Social justice
fromwww.npr.org
1 week ago

Judges would be accountable for abuse even if they retired or resigned, under new bill

Legislation introduced to hold federal judges accountable for misconduct and abuse, ensuring investigations continue after retirement or resignation.
#corruption
fromAbove the Law
3 weeks ago
Privacy professionals

Morning Docket: 04.18.25 - Above the Law

Market characterization for Facebook is more complex than just connecting people.
Law schools are adapting associate interview timelines to the job market.
Judicial respect for election results is essential for democracy.
Kleptocracy remains a pressing issue for the DOJ.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago
UK news

Former judges were once considered the bastion of integrity. The Sofronoff findings have upended that | Anthony Whealy

The integrity of appointing judges to lead inquiries is fundamentally questioned following the ACT Integrity Commission's report on Walter Sofronoff's conduct.
fromAbove the Law
3 weeks ago
Privacy professionals

Morning Docket: 04.18.25 - Above the Law

Market characterization for Facebook is more complex than just connecting people.
Law schools are adapting associate interview timelines to the job market.
Judicial respect for election results is essential for democracy.
Kleptocracy remains a pressing issue for the DOJ.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago
UK news

Former judges were once considered the bastion of integrity. The Sofronoff findings have upended that | Anthony Whealy

The integrity of appointing judges to lead inquiries is fundamentally questioned following the ACT Integrity Commission's report on Walter Sofronoff's conduct.
more#corruption
#trump-administration
fromAbove the Law
1 month ago
NYC politics

Alina Habba Named Interim U.S. Attorney For New Jersey - Above the Law

Alina Habba's appointment as U.S. attorney highlights concerns over meritocracy in favor of loyalty to Trump.
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago
Law

Read the Letter to the Chairman of Paul Weiss

The granddaughters of Judge Simon Rifkind criticize Mr. Karp's collaboration with the Trump administration, emphasizing the threat to the integrity of the legal profession.
fromAbove the Law
1 month ago
NYC politics

Alina Habba Named Interim U.S. Attorney For New Jersey - Above the Law

Alina Habba's appointment as U.S. attorney highlights concerns over meritocracy in favor of loyalty to Trump.
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago
Law

Read the Letter to the Chairman of Paul Weiss

The granddaughters of Judge Simon Rifkind criticize Mr. Karp's collaboration with the Trump administration, emphasizing the threat to the integrity of the legal profession.
more#trump-administration
#prosecutorial-misconduct
fromwww.nytimes.com
4 months ago
US news

Ex-Prosecutor Ordered Disbarred After Framing Colleague for Sexual Harassment

Yujin Choi was disbarred for framing a colleague and falsifying evidence, undermining trust in the legal system.
fromBoston.com
1 month ago
Boston food

Boston judge holds ICE agent in contempt after man detained mid-trial

The judge dismissed the case due to ICE detaining the defendant during trial, condemning prosecutorial misconduct.
fromwww.nytimes.com
4 months ago
US news

Ex-Prosecutor Ordered Disbarred After Framing Colleague for Sexual Harassment

Yujin Choi was disbarred for framing a colleague and falsifying evidence, undermining trust in the legal system.
fromBoston.com
1 month ago
Boston food

Boston judge holds ICE agent in contempt after man detained mid-trial

The judge dismissed the case due to ICE detaining the defendant during trial, condemning prosecutorial misconduct.
more#prosecutorial-misconduct
Law
fromABA Journal
6 months ago

New Hampshire Supreme Court justice is indicted

New Hampshire Supreme Court Justice Anna Barbara Hantz Marconi has been indicted for alleged attempts to interfere with her husband's criminal investigation.
Left-wing politics
fromwww.dw.com
8 months ago

Trump hush money sentencing delayed until after US election DW 09/07/2024

Judge Merchan will delay Trump's sentencing until after the presidential election to ensure the judicial process remains free from political influence.
fromAbove the Law
10 months ago
Law

Chief Judge Glanville Could Face Removal Over His Ex-Parte Meeting

Despite Judge Glanville's defense, secret meetings with witnesses and withholding evidence raise serious ethical concerns in the legal system.
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