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fromwww.esquire.com
1 week 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 week 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
2 weeks 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.
#gang-violence
fromRadioFreeEurope/RadioLiberty
2 weeks 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
2 weeks 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.
#immigration
US politics
fromThe Atlantic
2 months ago

The Judiciary Pushback Against Trump's Agenda

Judiciary plays a crucial role in resisting Trump's immigration agenda amid significant pushback from federal judges.
US politics
fromThe Atlantic
2 months ago

The Judiciary Pushback Against Trump's Agenda

Judiciary plays a crucial role in resisting Trump's immigration agenda amid significant pushback from federal judges.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
3 weeks 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
3 weeks 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
3 weeks 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
4 weeks 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
4 weeks 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.
#supreme-court
fromSlate Magazine
1 month ago
US politics

The Power of The President Is About To Become Uncontainable.

The recent SCOTUS rulings indicate courts may not protect individual rights against governmental violations.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 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
2 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.
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
1 month 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.
#crime
fromIndependent
1 month 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'

fromwww.amny.com
3 months ago
NYC politics

Homeless man convicted in brutal hammer attack at Queens Plaza subway station in 2022: DA | amNewYork

Los Angeles
fromwww.dailynews.com
4 months ago

Man sentenced to 7 years for over $2.6 million Beverly Hills smash-and-grab robbery

A Long Beach man was sentenced to seven years in prison for his role in a $2.6 million smash-and-grab robbery in Beverly Hills.
Law
fromIndependent
4 months ago

Man who stabbed former partner multiple times to walk free from prison after 10 years

Authorities must conduct a risk assessment before Denis Leahy's release from prison.
fromIndependent
1 month 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'

fromwww.amny.com
3 months ago
NYC politics

Homeless man convicted in brutal hammer attack at Queens Plaza subway station in 2022: DA | amNewYork

Boston food
fromABC7 Chicago
1 month 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
1 month 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.
#harvey-weinstein
fromConsequence
1 month ago
NYC LGBT

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.
fromABC7 Los Angeles
1 month ago
NYC LGBT

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.
NYC LGBT
fromConsequence
1 month 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
1 month 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.
fromenglish.elpais.com
1 month 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
US politics
fromIntelligencer
1 month 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
3 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
3 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
#burglary
#menendez-brothers
Los Angeles
fromenglish.elpais.com
2 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
2 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
2 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
2 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
2 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
2 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
2 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
2 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
2 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
2 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
2 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
2 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.
#trump
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 months ago

Maggie Haberman Calls Out Trump Over Attacks On Judges: He's Playing a Very Risky Game'

Trump's attacks on judges pose risks, alienating the judiciary while attempting to maintain pressure on the courts.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 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
2 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
2 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
3 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
3 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
3 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
3 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
3 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.
fromBusiness Insider
3 months ago

Judges to Diddy accusers: Reveal yourselves or your lawsuits will be tossed

"The defendants who oppose the 'Jane Doe' status - I think are doing it primarily as a means to intimidate the victim," said Douglas Wigdor, an attorney.
NYC politics
#marine-le-pen
frombrooklyneagle.com
3 months ago

11 female non-judicial employees illuminated for Women's History Month

Hon. Joanne D. Quinones stated, 'Every year, we recognize people who we feel embody that year's National Women's History Month theme... we felt that these 11 women encompassed that wholeheartedly.'
NYC LGBT
fromNew York Post
4 months ago

House GOP advances bill to keep 'rogue' judges from pausing Trump's executive orders

"Time and again, solitary judges have usurped congressional intent and confronted President Trump, rather than dispassionately interpreted the law," said Rep. Darrell Issa.
US politics
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
4 months ago

Appeals Court Allows Trump to Fire Heads of 2 Independent Boards

The federal court ruled in favor of Trump controlling independent agencies, affirming his authority to fire agency heads.
fromThe Local France
4 months ago

French IS jihadist who held journalists gets life sentence

Nemmouche claimed during the trial, "It's through terrorism that the Syrian people freed themselves from dictatorship," showcasing his justifications for his violent actions and beliefs.
France news
US politics
fromwww.nytimes.com
4 months ago

Opinion | Who Will Defend the Defenders of the Constitution?

Domino's pizza deliveries to judges are part of an intimidation campaign led by Trump aimed at undermining the legal system.
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

The obscure Jimmy Lai ruling that exposed the erosion of Hong Kong's rule of law

The recent rejection by Hong Kong's Court of Final Appeal of Jimmy Lai's lawyer reveals the escalating erosion of judicial independence and rule of law in the city.
London politics
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
4 months ago

For Trump and Netanyahu, Similar Strategies With Similar Goals

Netanyahu and Trump share strategies to weaken judicial oversight and discredit security agencies, reflecting a broader political alliance.
Law
fromABC13 Houston
4 months ago

Louisiana puts man to death in its first nitrogen gas execution, his lawyer says

Louisiana executed Jessie Hoffman Jr. using nitrogen gas, marking the state's return to executions after a 15-year break.
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