#justice-system

#justice-system

The trial of Anthawn Ragan Jr. for the 2013 murder of Luis Miguel Perez is finally commencing, shedding light on a violent crime spree.

John Pastor-Mendoza was sentenced to 290 years to life for kidnapping and sexually assaulting women in Denver.

Accusations of 'Trumpism' are directed at Robert Jenrick regarding new sentencing guidelines.

Shabana Mahmood defends against claims of a two-tier justice system influenced by race.

Government to override ethnic minority sentencing guidance following reluctance from the Sentencing Council to reconsider.

Intervening to halt new guidelines on sentencing is viewed as a regression by legal experts and campaigners addressing systemic racism.

Marvin Ray Markle Jr. was found guilty of murdering 14-year-old DeAnna Lynn Johnson in 1982 after a lengthy trial and jury deliberations.

Marvin Ray Markle Jr. was convicted for the 1982 murder of 14-year-old DeAnna Lynn Johnson, marking a long-awaited justice.

Prosecutor Khalil Quinan stepped down from the Clenney murder trial due to concerns over testimony regarding attorney-client privileged information.

Trial begins for Victor Antonio Martinez-Hernandez accused of murdering Maryland mother Rachel Morin, highlighting concerns over immigration policies.

The closing arguments culminated in a call to the jury for justice in a historic murder case.

Trump appoints Alina Habba as New Jersey's interim U.S. attorney, continuing his trend of placing former lawyers in law enforcement roles.

Trump commuted the fraud sentence of Jason Galanis, a key figure in the Biden investigation, reflecting his strategy of using clemency for allies.

Prisons are preparing for a possible surge in offenders due to potential civil unrest, with no emergency measures planned such as early release schemes.

Keir Starmer's early release policy linked to a murder, sparking calls for resignation.

Emergency measures, including housing prisoners in police cells, are in response to severe overcrowding in UK jails.

Operation Safeguard, activated by Justice Secretary Shabana Mahmood, highlights the crisis in the UK's prison system and the financial burden on the government.

The UK government is considering shorter sentences for serious offenders to combat prison overcrowding.

The Birmingham Six event highlighted ongoing issues with wrongful convictions and police misconduct in the UK.

The Maverick County court system fails to provide basic legal rights, leading to prolonged detention without charges for minor crimes.

Plans to factor ethnic background in sentencing face criticism, seen as creating a two-tier justice system.

David Norris has allegedly admitted to being involved in the attack on Stephen Lawrence, according to the Parole Board.

Norris continues to deny he held racist views despite the nature of the crime.

The parole hearing for Mr. Lawrence's murderer raises concerns about justice and accountability after decades.

Institutional failures obstructed justice for Stephen Lawrence, with only two of his racially motivated killers convicted, sparking ongoing discussions about parole processes.

Amanda Knox reflects on her unique journey towards understanding and healing after wrongful conviction, emphasizing the significance of confronting past trauma.

Pankaj Lamba has been charged with the murder of his wife, Harshita Brella, whose body was found in a car in Ilford.

Shahzad received a suspended sentence despite being convicted of sexually assaulting a schoolgirl.

Government's response to domestic abuse reform fails to fully address victims' needs, raising concerns over future support and effectiveness.

Alan Vial and Nikita Burns were found guilty of murdering Robert 'Robin' Wilkin.

Antoine Nehme was convicted of orchestrating the murder of 71-year-old Dennis Wood to eliminate his debt.

Brandon Xiong received a 400-year sentence for sexually assaulting underage girls, marking a rare severe punishment for such crimes in California.

The new guidelines from the Sentencing Council may lead to concerns over a two-tier justice system based on ethnicity and culture.

The Sentencing Council is reevaluating new sentencing guidelines after criticism of potential bias in the justice system.

Mahamood Diallo Blin was sentenced for using a drone to smuggle drugs and phones into a London prison.

The death of Andrew D. Lester does not equate to justice for Ralph Yarl, who suffered from a life-altering shooting.