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Miami Marlins
fromMiami Herald
1 month ago

Friend of Alexander brothers charged in sexual assault case has ankle monitor removed

Ohad Fisherman's ankle monitor was removed following a lack of evidence linking him to further crimes related to a 2016 rape case.
fromwww.harrowtimes.co.uk
3 months ago
London

Court closure due to crumbling concrete extended to 2026

Harrow Crown Court will remain closed until 2026 due to structural safety issues involving RAAC.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago
London

People with working-class accents more likely to be suspected of committing crimes

Accent bias in the UK criminal justice system raises serious concerns about stereotypes affecting perceptions of guilt and innocence.
Accents from cities like Liverpool and Newcastle are unfairly associated with crime, impacting all judicial processes.
The study highlights the need for awareness and reform in how accents influence judgment in the legal system.
#public-safety
New York City
fromNew York Post
5 months ago

Suspected madman stabber has long criminal history - and was released from NYC jail just one month before deadly spree

A man released from Rikers is suspected in a recent stabbing spree, raising concerns about the criminal justice system's handling of repeat offenders.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago
UK politics

Tory police cuts are only part of the ongoing crisis affecting victims of crime

Cuts to police budgets significantly harmed crime-fighting effectiveness, leading to a collapse in clear-up rates for serious crimes.
Complex cases and inadequate technology budgets hinder effective policing.
New York City
fromNew York Post
5 months ago

Suspected madman stabber has long criminal history - and was released from NYC jail just one month before deadly spree

A man released from Rikers is suspected in a recent stabbing spree, raising concerns about the criminal justice system's handling of repeat offenders.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago
UK politics

Tory police cuts are only part of the ongoing crisis affecting victims of crime

Cuts to police budgets significantly harmed crime-fighting effectiveness, leading to a collapse in clear-up rates for serious crimes.
Complex cases and inadequate technology budgets hinder effective policing.
more#public-safety
Social justice
fromBuzzFeed
4 months ago

I Befriended A Man On Death Row. Here's What He Taught Me Before He Was Put To Death.

Brandon's life on death row exemplifies resilience despite oppression, revealing the psychological trauma of isolation and racial bias in the justice system.
#legal-reform
fromIrish Independent
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

'I am in a blind rage' - Natasha O'Brien was not informed about date of upcoming appeal over her attacker Cathal Crotty's sentence

Ms. O'Brien is upset about not being informed of her case date, emphasizing the need for better victim support in the justice system.
fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk
11 months ago
New York City

'Racist law change cost me 47 years fighting my wrongful conviction'

Majority verdicts were introduced for racist and classist reasons and have led to wrongful convictions.
Winston Trew's case highlights the impact of majority verdicts on innocent individuals.
fromIrish Independent
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

'I am in a blind rage' - Natasha O'Brien was not informed about date of upcoming appeal over her attacker Cathal Crotty's sentence

Ms. O'Brien is upset about not being informed of her case date, emphasizing the need for better victim support in the justice system.
fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk
11 months ago
New York City

'Racist law change cost me 47 years fighting my wrongful conviction'

Majority verdicts were introduced for racist and classist reasons and have led to wrongful convictions.
Winston Trew's case highlights the impact of majority verdicts on innocent individuals.
more#legal-reform
Miscellaneous
fromNew York Post
4 months ago

After Daniel Penny not-guilty verdict, calls mount for DA Alvin Bragg to 'resign in shame'

Calls for Manhattan DA Alvin Bragg's removal intensified following the trial of Daniel Penny, as critics argue he misuses prosecutorial power.
fromColossal
5 months ago
Design

Through Monumental Installations of Soap and Stones, Jesse Krimes Interrogates the Prison System

Creativity can thrive even in oppressive environments, as shown by Jesse Krimes's resourceful art-making in solitary confinement.
Social justice
fromKqed
6 months ago

Two New Books Raise Big Concerns About Innocent Men in US Prisons

The articles highlight wrongful convictions and the systemic failures within the criminal justice system
Defense lawyers act as heroes, often working for free to help the wrongfully convicted
fromwww.bbc.com
7 months ago
London

Jail failing to prepare inmates for release - report

HMP Brixton fails to prepare inmates for release, with high drug availability and overcrowded living conditions contributing to ongoing issues.
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
8 months ago

Eric Butler, 49, Dies; Promoted Restorative Justice' for Young People

Eric Butler was a prominent anti-violence counselor advocating for restorative justice in education, aimed at diverting youth from the criminal justice system.
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
9 months ago

Editorial | Latest Rikers Island demands investigation, and possibly more accountability | amNewYork

Inmates on Rikers Island are individuals deserving safety and care, with recent instances of medical neglect and deaths prompting concerns for reform.
US Elections
fromwww.nytimes.com
11 months ago

Here's what to know after Donald Trump's conviction.

Donald Trump convicted of 34 counts related to covering up Stormy Daniels affair, could face probation or up to four years in prison.
fromBBC News
11 months ago
Social justice

Court delays imposed after pressure on prison places

The pandemic led to an increase in people held in prisons while awaiting jury trials.
fromBKReader
11 months ago
Brooklyn

What to Do if You've Been Charged with a Domestic Violence Crime

Understanding the legal process in domestic violence charges is essential for effective navigation of the criminal justice system.
fromLos Angeles Times
11 months ago
New York City

They were wrongfully convicted as teens. Now L.A. County is paying them $24 million

Settlement of $24 million approved for two wrongfully accused individuals after 23 years behind bars.
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 year ago
New York City

Harvey Weinstein's Conviction Was Fragile From the Start

Weinstein's New York sex crimes conviction overturned despite multiple allegations, highlighting challenges in the criminal justice system and limitations of evidence.
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