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2 weeks ago

Manhattan judge slams New York's absurd' sex offender registry for non-residents | amNewYork

New York requires out-of-state sex offenders to return annually to register, despite courts calling the requirement absurd and enforcement being inconsistent.
fromAbove the Law
2 months ago

Clarence Thomas Tells Us How He Really Feels About 'Totally Stupid' Precedent - Above the Law

Well if I find it doesn't make any sense ... I think we should demand that, no matter what the case is, that it has more than just a simple theoretical basis.
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fromAbove the Law
6 months ago
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Supreme Court Justice David Souter Dies After Accidentally Breaking The Judiciary - Above the Law

Justice David Souter, nominated in 1990, surprised Republicans by prioritizing law over ideology during his tenure on the Supreme Court.
fromAbove the Law
6 months ago
Law

Morning Docket: 05.08.25 - Above the Law

Chief Justice Roberts' remarks on overturning precedent indicate a shift in judicial interpretation and the role of the Supreme Court.
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fromAbove the Law
6 months ago

Supreme Court Justice David Souter Dies After Accidentally Breaking The Judiciary - Above the Law

Justice David Souter, nominated in 1990, surprised Republicans by prioritizing law over ideology during his tenure on the Supreme Court.
Law
fromAbove the Law
6 months ago

Morning Docket: 05.08.25 - Above the Law

Chief Justice Roberts' remarks on overturning precedent indicate a shift in judicial interpretation and the role of the Supreme Court.
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