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fromRadioFreeEurope/RadioLiberty
4 days ago

Iran's Supreme Court Upholds Activist's Second Death Sentence

Iran's top court upheld a flawed death sentence against labor activist Sharifeh Mohammadi, who faced accusations of political crimes without clear evidence.
fromFast Company
1 week ago

AI-generated errors set back this murder case in an Australian Supreme Court

A senior lawyer apologized for submitting AI-generated false quotes and nonexistent case judgments in a murder case.
fromNewsOne
1 week ago

Prosecutors Clear Florida Officer Who Repeatedly Punched William McNeil Jr.

Prosecutors will take no further action against the deputy who punched college student William McNeil, citing justified use of force.
Law
fromAbove the Law
1 week ago

Morning Docket: 08.14.25 - Above the Law

Law students' choice of organizations is criticized as a means of compensating for poor academic performance.
Bad judges persist in their incompetence without significant consequences.
The financial stakes in legal discussions are increasingly substantial.
fromenglish.elpais.com
1 week ago

Mexico finds an escape valve with the US in handover of drug lords

The transfer to the United States of another shipment of 26 cartel criminals imprisoned in Mexico comes just a week after the announcement of a purported executive order that would allow the U.S. to use its military to combat drug cartels in Latin America.
US politics
#harvey-weinstein
fromCbsnews
1 week ago
US politics

Prosecutors ready to move forward with Harvey Weinstein retrial, they say

fromCbsnews
1 week ago
US politics

Prosecutors ready to move forward with Harvey Weinstein retrial, they say

NYC LGBT
fromConsequence
2 months ago

Harvey Weinstein found guilty on one sexual assault charge in New York retrial

Harvey Weinstein was convicted of one count of criminal sexual act in his retrial for sexual assault cases in New York.
NYC LGBT
fromABC7 Los Angeles
2 months ago

Jury in Harvey Weinstein's sex crimes retrial is set to resume deliberations

Weinstein's retrial resumes as jurors deliberate on rape and sex act charges after a previous conviction was overturned.
#crime
fromIndependent
2 months ago
London politics

Teenager involved in steakhouse melee in which Tristan Sherry was murdered caught burying gun and drugs

fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago
NYC politics

Bill O'Reilly Issues Dire Warning to Bronx Residents: Don't Be Surprised If Your Children' Get a Bullet in the Head'

fromIndependent
2 months ago
London politics

Teenager involved in steakhouse melee in which Tristan Sherry was murdered caught burying gun and drugs

fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago
NYC politics

Bill O'Reilly Issues Dire Warning to Bronx Residents: Don't Be Surprised If Your Children' Get a Bullet in the Head'

fromNew York Post
1 week ago

How was a subway hijacking teen arrested 12 times - and repeatedly let go by judges - in just a year? Toxic empathy

Clearly something is very wrong on an individual level. Not to mention, she poses a massive danger to herself and others. That joy ride easily could have collided with another train.
US politics
#immigration
fromIT Pro
2 weeks ago

US federal judiciary agency hit by 'escalated cyber attacks' which exposed highly sensitive data

The US federal judiciary agency experienced significant cyber attacks targeting its electronic case filing system, compromising sensitive legal information.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 weeks ago

Troubling' courts service IT bug extremely serious' former lord chancellor

The IT bug within HM Courts & Tribunals Service has raised severe concerns similar to the Post Office Horizon scandal, suggesting potential systemic failures in managing evidence in UK courts.
UK news
#supreme-court
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 months ago

Maggie Haberman Warns Courts Are Last Vestige' Against Trump Onslaught on Every System'

The courts are crucial in resisting President Trump's attempts to expand executive power and undermine American institutions.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 months ago

Maggie Haberman Warns Courts Are Last Vestige' Against Trump Onslaught on Every System'

The courts are crucial in resisting President Trump's attempts to expand executive power and undermine American institutions.
fromRadioFreeEurope/RadioLiberty
2 weeks ago

Georgian Journalist Mzia Amaglobeli Sentenced To 2 Years in Prison

Mzia Amaglobeli has been sentenced to two years in prison in what rights groups deem politically motivated, following her arrest during a pro-European protest.
Europe politics
fromLI Press
2 weeks ago

Marjorie Taylor Greene calls for commute of Santos' sentence

Greene labeled Santos’ sentence as an abusive overreach, emphasizing that a seven-year term for campaign-related actions greatly exceeds what is appropriate for someone without a prior record.
US politics
fromSFGATE
3 weeks ago

Ex-chef at SF restaurant arrested on suspicion of attempted lewd acts with minor

Joshua Isao Su, a former chef de cuisine at Waterbar, was sentenced to two years probation after pleading no contest to attempted lewd acts upon a child.
San Francisco
fromwww.dw.com
2 weeks ago

Colombia: Ex-President Uribe gets 12 years' house arrest DW 08/02/2025

Alvaro Uribe was sentenced to 12 years of house arrest for witness tampering and bribery related to Colombia's civil war.
US politics
fromwww.esquire.com
1 month ago

The DOJ is Working Overtime to Protect One of Trump's Most Incompetent Lawyers

The DOJ is defending Trump's ally Alina Habba, who faced judicial pushback after filing politically motivated lawsuits.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

British man guilty of trying to spy for Russia

A British man was found guilty of attempting to spy for individuals he believed were part of the Russian intelligence service.
fromLawSites
1 month ago

U.S. State Courts Cautiously Approach AI Despite Efficiency Promises and Staffing Crises

Courts face staff shortages and high workloads yet show limited willingness to adopt generative AI technologies.
UK politics
fromwww.romfordrecorder.co.uk
1 month ago

Gang members caught with machetes and guns were left free to wage armed war

Sussex Police apprehended two men with weapons; gang violence involving youth persists, revealing systemic failures in handling juvenile offenders.
fromRadioFreeEurope/RadioLiberty
1 month ago

Protesters In Bulgaria Say Arrest Of Mayor On Corruption Charges Is Politically Motivated

Arrest of Varna's mayor sparks protests by supporters claiming charges are politically motivated.
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

Turkey: Istanbul mayor Imamoglu hit with new jail term DW 07/16/2025

Ekrem Imamoglu faces a new prison sentence under accusations of insulting Istanbul's chief prosecutor.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Jury-free trials recommended to save courts from 'collapse'

Thousands of jury cases should be decided by judges alone to reduce backlog and expedite justice.
fromBrooklyn Eagle
1 month ago

Woman recounts assault on Brooklyn subway platform

A video of the incident shows a man attempting to pull a woman down a subway platform while bear-hugging her, before bystanders intervened.
Brooklyn
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago

British teenager jailed in Dubai for sex with 17-year-old freed after royal pardon

A British teenager jailed in Dubai for having sex with a 17-year-old girl is back in the UK after being freed by a royal pardon.
UK news
fromAol
1 month ago

Lockdowns and fights: Sean 'Diddy' Combs back in Brooklyn jail ahead of sentencing

The Metropolitan Detention Center has been plagued by persistent staffing shortages, power outages, and maggots in inmates' food, creating a dangerous environment for those incarcerated.
US politics
US news
fromsilive
1 month ago

4th man charged in scary home invasion on camera resolves case before Staten Island judge

Roland Knight pleaded guilty to second-degree robbery and will serve seven years in prison for a home invasion.
fromIntelligencer
1 month ago

The Unraveling of the Kilmar Abrego Garcia Prosecution

Prosecutors should avoid overstating their case early in litigation to maintain credibility with judges.
Cars
fromThe Mercury News
1 month ago

They were convicted of killing with their cars. No one told the California DMV

California courts have failed to report vehicular manslaughter convictions, allowing dangerous drivers to retain licenses and continue driving illegally.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 months ago

Czech court cancels for second time ruling that acquits former Prime Minister Babis of fraud charges

Prague's High Court has canceled the acquittal of former Prime Minister Andrej Babis, ordering a retrial regarding fraud charges linked to an EU subsidy.
Boston food
fromABC7 Chicago
2 months ago

Is Karen Read's murder trial a tale of love gone wrong or a police cover-up? | LIVE

The Karen Read murder trial showcases a clash between alleged jaded motives and claims of a conspiracy among law enforcement.
fromwww.amny.com
2 months ago

Judicial task force seeks to expand court system's mental health services | amNewYork

The New York State Judicial Task Force aims to enhance mental health services in courts through five actionable recommendations.
fromenglish.elpais.com
2 months ago

Cristina Fernandez de Kirchner's corruption conviction shatters Argentine politics

Kirchner’s imprisonment strengthens her role as the top leader in the internal dispute she maintains with Axel Kicillof, the governor of the province of Buenos Aires, for control of the Peronist party.
Right-wing politics
#donald-trump
#trump-administration
fromwww.nytimes.com
4 months ago
Washington DC

Dual Orders From Judges Edge Courts Closer to Confrontation With White House

Federal judges suspect Trump officials acted in bad faith regarding immigrant deportations.
Tensions are escalating between the White House and the judiciary over immigration enforcement.
fromAbove the Law
4 months ago
Law

Morning Docket: 04.16.25 - Above the Law

Trump administration fires a lawyer for admitting to an accidental deportation, raising concerns about accountability.
US politics
fromIntelligencer
2 months ago

Trump Puts Gaining Power Ahead of Enacting His Policies

The Trump administration could pursue its agenda legally and orderly, avoiding chaos and litigation.
Many policy initiatives are possible without the need for continuous court battles.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 months ago

This is a Clown Show!' Top Dem Aide on MSNBC Slams Bondi and Trump Over Judge's Arrest: It's About Intimidation'

Democrat Michael Hardaway condemns Trump administration's actions against Judge Dugan as an attack on the judicial branch.
Washington DC
fromwww.nytimes.com
4 months ago

Dual Orders From Judges Edge Courts Closer to Confrontation With White House

Federal judges suspect Trump officials acted in bad faith regarding immigrant deportations.
Tensions are escalating between the White House and the judiciary over immigration enforcement.
Law
fromAbove the Law
4 months ago

Morning Docket: 04.16.25 - Above the Law

Trump administration fires a lawyer for admitting to an accidental deportation, raising concerns about accountability.
#law-enforcement
fromIndependent
2 months ago

'You're a f****** scumbag, judge; You are a f****** dead man - Cavan man's outburst after being jailed for threatening to blow up hospital

A man was sentenced to 15 months for threatening to blow up a hospital, displaying violent aggression after the sentence.
Marketing tech
fromAol
2 months ago

The fate of Google's search empire is now up to a judge

Google faces major restructuring as Judge Mehta decides on remedies in antitrust case.
fromwww.esquire.com
2 months ago

Trump Lashes out on Truth Social About the Court Decision to Stop Tariffs

The President's anger towards judges highlights his frustrations with legal setbacks and perceived manipulation in judicial appointments.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago

Fox Host Pumps the Brakes on Peter Navarro's Tirade Against Ruling by Rogue Judges': One Was Appointed by Donald Trump'

The U.S. Court of International Trade ruled most Trump tariffs invalid, prompting a contentious discussion on their legal basis and judiciary roles.
fromLos Angeles Times
2 months ago

Civil rights groups sue to end cash bail in Riverside County, alleging dangerous jail conditions

The lawsuit challenges Riverside County's cash bail system, citing unconstitutional detention based on inability to pay and harsh jail conditions.
Parenting
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

South African woman given life sentence for trafficking six-year-old daughter

Three individuals were sentenced to life for trafficking a child, highlighting the severity of child kidnapping and trafficking in South Africa.
fromThe Local France
2 months ago

French surgeon handed maximum term for abusing children for decades

Le Scouarnec has been sentenced to a total of 20 years for aggravated rape, emphasizing the severity of his crimes and their impact on young victims.
France politics
fromTheregister
2 months ago

Russia sentences programmer to 14 years for treason

To put information and claims from Russian courts into context, according to the Human Rights Foundation, "in modern-day Russia, under Vladimir Putin's authoritarian regime, courts serve merely as a tool used by the Kremlin to target critics and stifle dissent."
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromeuronews
2 months ago

Verdict expected on Wednesday in French mass child sex abuse case

"The public prosecutor has called for Le Scouarnec to be given a 20-year sentence and said two-thirds of that sentence must be served behind bars before potential parole."
France politics
fromwww.standard.co.uk
3 months ago

Pregnant burglar who posed as cleaner 'stole 500,000 of jewellery from London's second largest home'

A pregnant thief pleaded guilty to stealing over £500,000 worth of jewellery from a mansion while posing as a cleaner.
#menendez-brothers
Los Angeles
fromenglish.elpais.com
3 months ago

Judge approves reducing life sentences for Menendez brothers to 50 years in prison

The Menendez brothers have had their life sentences reduced to 50 years, allowing for possible parole.
Law
fromConsequence
3 months ago

Menendez Brothers Resentenced, Paving Way for Possible Release from Prison

Erik and Lyle Menendez were resentenced to 50 years to life with parole possibility due to new evidence and changing public opinion.
Los Angeles
fromenglish.elpais.com
3 months ago

Judge approves reducing life sentences for Menendez brothers to 50 years in prison

The Menendez brothers have had their life sentences reduced to 50 years, allowing for possible parole.
Law
fromConsequence
3 months ago

Menendez Brothers Resentenced, Paving Way for Possible Release from Prison

Erik and Lyle Menendez were resentenced to 50 years to life with parole possibility due to new evidence and changing public opinion.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 months ago

More miscarriages of justice like Peter Sullivan inevitable', top lawyer warns

Miscarriages of justice are likely to occur again due to systemic flaws in the appeal process, as shown in high-profile cases.
fromAbove the Law
3 months ago

Morning Docket: 05.12.25 - Above the Law

Private equity's interest in law firms raises concerns about the future of the profession.
Legal complexities surrounding high-profile defendants demonstrate shifting courtroom dynamics.
fromAbove the Law
3 months ago

How Appealing Weekly Roundup - Above the Law

David H. Souter, Republican Justice Who Allied With Court's Liberal Wing, Dies at 85; He left conservatives bitterly disappointed with his migration from right to left, leading to the cry of 'no more Souters'.
US news
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

Tweaked discovery laws still do not provide enough aid to boost liberal NY's abysmal conviction rate

Gov. Hochul's budget investments include key changes to New York's discovery law that may improve prosecution outcomes but still favor defendants.
Artificial intelligence
fromFuturism
3 months ago

The Judge's Reaction to an AI-Generated Victim Impact Statement Was Not What We Expected

AI was used to create a digital clone of a victim for his killer's sentencing, impressing the judge with a message of forgiveness.
fromPsychology Today
3 months ago

'The Curious Case of Natalia Grace' Shows Family Court Flaws

The saga of Natalia Grace serves as a warning for the systems that are supposed to protect society's most vulnerable individuals, highlighting major flaws in judicial and child welfare processes.
Parenting
US Elections
fromwww.dw.com
3 months ago

South Korea: Is Lee Jae-myung set for presidency? DW 05/08/2025

The Seoul High Court postponed Lee Jae-myung's trial until after the June election, stirring controversy in South Korea's volatile political landscape.
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

3 former Memphis officers acquitted in fatal beating of Tyre Nichols after he fled a traffic stop

Three former police officers were acquitted of state charges in the fatal beating of Tyre Nichols after a lengthy trial.
US Elections
fromLos Angeles Times
3 months ago

Trump's popularity in a slump in California amid abuse-of-power concerns

A significant majority of Californians disapprove of Trump's performance and lack confidence in the judiciary to check presidential power.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Here's a radical way to save England's collapsing justice system: get rid of juries | Simon Jenkins

The antiquated British judicial system is causing severe delays in trials, particularly for sexual offences, raising concerns about justice and fairness.
Law
fromwww.npr.org
3 months ago

Federal judge strikes down Trump order targeting the law firm Perkins Coie

A judge deemed Trump's executive order against Perkins Coie unconstitutional, asserting it undermined the independence of the legal profession.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

UN judge jailed in UK after forcing woman to work as slave

Mugambe's case demonstrates a profound betrayal of trust, exploiting her status for cruel manipulation while holding a prestigious role within the judicial system.
UK news
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 months ago

Fox's Peter Doocy Asks Karoline Leavitt if Trump Administration Would Ever Arrest a Supreme Court Justice After Milwaukee Judge Jailed

Questions were raised about whether higher-level judges could be arrested following a local judge's arrest for obstructing federal law enforcement.
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

Judge busted for allegedly helping illegal migrant evade ICE was once finalist for 'Most Trusted Public Official'

Judge Hannah Dugan, once a finalist for a 'Most Trusted Public Official' award, faces serious legal charges for allegedly helping illegal immigrants evade arrest.
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

F.B.I. Arrests Wisconsin Judge, Patel Says

Milwaukee Judge Hannah Dugan was arrested for allegedly obstructing federal immigration enforcement efforts.
The Trump administration is actively pursuing local officials who do not comply with immigration enforcement.
fromVulture
3 months ago

Elsbeth Recap: Nothing To Lose

In 'I Know What You Did 33 Summers Ago,' the investigation into Judge Crawford reveals the dark past that makes him a dangerous figure in the judicial system.
NYC politics
fromwww.ocregister.com
4 months ago

Fate of California judge who shot and killed his wife once again in the hands of a jury

"The prosecution alleges that an inebriated Ferguson was angered at his wife, Sheryl, mocking him and pulled out a Glock .40-caliber pistol he carried at nearly all times in an ankle holster and shot her..."
Law
Black Lives Matter
fromTruthout
4 months ago

Cop Who Alleged Abrego Garcia's Gang Ties Was Deemed Unfit by State's Attorney

The Trump administration's deportation of Kilmar Abrego García was based on unreliable police testimony, despite judicial orders against it.
UK news
fromIndependent
4 months ago

Killer Molly Martens (40) can move back into her parents' home as probation period to end soon

Molly Martens is moving back in with her parents after completing her probation for the manslaughter of Jason Corbett.
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog
4 months ago

Brooklyn DA Lays Out Why Roads Are Unsafe - Streetsblog New York City

Political leaders must act to better regulate dangerous drivers to prevent tragedies.
Current laws limit accountability for dangerous drivers despite clear evidence of their offenses.
fromNew York Post
4 months ago

Sarah Palin's retrial in libel suit against New York Times begins in NY court

Sarah Palin is retrialing her libel case against the New York Times regarding a 2017 editorial that implied her campaign rhetoric inspired violence.
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