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fromABC7 Los Angeles
5 days ago

Suspect in Charlie Kirk killing can wear street clothes in court amid 'extraordinary' attention

Attorneys for Tyler Robinson argued images of him shackled and in jail clothing would spread widely in a case with extensive press coverage and public interest, which they said could prejudice future jurors. Judge Tony Graf agreed to make some allowances to protect Robinson's presumption of innocence before a trial, agreeing that the case has drawn "extraordinary" public and media attention. "Mr. Robinson shall be dressed as one who is presumed innocent," Graf said during a virtual court hearing.
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San Francisco
fromMission Local
1 month ago

Defendant in custody attempts to flee S.F. courtroom

A defendant tried to flee San Francisco Superior Court, was chased into the hallway, subdued by deputies and police, then handcuffed and returned to custody.
US politics
fromAbove the Law
2 months ago

Not The Help He Was Looking For - See Also - Above the Law

Law enforcement actions and court-security concerns highlight potential overreach, political entanglement, and vulnerabilities in federal case access.
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
4 months ago

Manhattan court officers stabbed and wounded in courthouse attack; suspect in custody | amNewYork

A suspect was arrested after stabbing two court officers at the Manhattan Criminal Courthouse, escalating concerns over courthouse security.
Brooklyn
fromNews 12 - Default
5 months ago

Proposed park renovations in Downtown Brooklyn face pushback from courts

Proposed renovations at Columbus Park aim to create a vibrant space, but court pushback arises from security concerns regarding judge parking.
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fromBusiness Insider
6 months ago

The judicial branch wants Congress to know its budget has put judge safety at risk when threats are already up

Congressionally mandated funding shortfall endangers federal judges' safety amid rising threats.
Judicial officials are raising alarms over inadequate courthouse security due to budget cuts.
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