Stormy Daniels could testify against Donald J. Trump, giving insight into the hush-money agreement and potential risks and benefits for prosecutors. [ more ]
Don't Flip, Don't Speak': How a Lawyer Became Cohen's Back Channel to Trump
Prosecution emphasizes Robert J. Costello's informal role as a back channel between Michael Cohen and Trump, highlighting Trump's influence over Cohen. [ more ]
Access Hollywood' Tape Won't Be Played for Jurors in Trump Trial
The judge in Donald J. Trump's criminal trial allowed the comments from the Access Hollywood tape to be introduced as evidence but ruled against playing the actual video. [ more ]
Opinion | What I Am Listening for in Michael Cohen's Testimony
The prosecution in the case against Donald Trump may not necessarily need Michael Cohen as a witness due to the evidence accumulated independently. [ more ]
David Weiss' Indict First, Seek Warrants Later Ethic - emptywheel
David Weiss did not obtain a reliable warrant for the evidence in his response motion to Hunter's prosecution claim until after indicting Hunter for gun felonies.
Weiss may be relying on evidence from the laptop he obtained from John Paul Mac Isaac, which could be problematic. [ more ]
Special Counsel Whacks Trump For Claims That His Theft Of Docs Is Just Like Biden
Prosecuting Donald Trump is a challenging process with his lawyers raising various arguments. Trump's legal team demanded vast classified information believing the prosecution was part of a political agenda. [ more ]
SHE Beverage Co. CEO accused of defrauding investors, spending at Gucci and Louis Vuitton stores
The CEO of a women-focused beverage company has been charged with operating a fraudulent scheme that raised over $13 million from investors.
Prosecutors claim that the CEO spent the majority of the funds on luxury items and gambling at casinos instead of using them for the business. [ more ]
He opened a medical pot dispensary in California. The feds spent 16 years prosecuting him
Charles Lynch has been pursued by the federal government for running a medical marijuana dispensary for almost 17 years.
The case involves conflicting state and federal marijuana laws, with Lynch and his lawyers arguing it is a pointless exercise that has cost taxpayers millions of dollars. [ more ]
The initial decision not to prosecute Harvey Weinstein in 2015 was questioned, leading to later charges based on new evidence and public pressure. [ more ]
New York State approves bill to broaden hate crimes law
The Hate Crimes Modernization Act in New York State broadens the scope of hate crimes law by allowing prosecutors to punish offenders with additional offenses. [ more ]
MSNBC's Joy Reid Declares DEI' Prosecutors Targeting Trump and She Loves It: Wonderfully Poetic'
Celebrating diversity in prosecution of Trump by Black officials like Alvin Bragg and Fani Willis; highlighting poetic justice and accountability in a multicultural democracy. [ more ]
Judge Maryellen Noreika Confuses Hunter Biden's Memoir for the NYPost - emptywheel
Judge Maryellen Noreika rejected Hunter Biden's motions to dismiss, discussing the prosecution's decision on firearm charges and considerations supporting the case. [ more ]
Biden Rebukes Special Counsel Over 'Faulty Memory' Claim
Joe Biden will not be charged with any crimes for taking classified documents to his home in Delaware.
The special counsel report detailed instances where Biden appeared to have problems with his memory, sparking pushback from Biden and the White House. [ more ]
Ex-Los Angeles police officer won't be retried for manslaughter for fatal shooting at Costco store
Salvador Sanchez, a former Los Angeles police officer, will not be retried for killing a mentally ill man and wounding his parents in a Costco store in 2019.
A mistrial was declared last month after jurors deadlocked, with a majority in favor of acquittal. [ more ]
As businesses face 'nightmare,' Sacramento DA vows prosecution of organized retail theft
The Sacramento County District Attorney's Office has created a dedicated unit to prosecute thieves involved in organized retail theft crime rings.
The unit, consisting of a deputy district attorney and an investigator, will collaborate with law enforcement to prosecute retail theft affecting both big and small businesses. [ more ]
Arizona prosecutor 's feud with Alvin Bragg gets fiery as she implies Manhattan DA could let Soho hotel murder suspect walk
Rachel Mitchell is delaying the extradition of a murder suspect to New York due to concerns about ensuring he remains in custody.
Mitchell aims to prioritize prosecuting the suspect in Arizona for two violent felonies before sending him to New York for his involvement in the Soho hotel slaying. [ more ]
Merrick Garland has failed to pursue justice and accountability as attorney general.
Garland's slow-moving approach and failure to charge Trump with offenses like sedition or treason have allowed Trump to delay his criminal trial. [ more ]
Gov. Gavin Newsom sending DOJ, National Guard attorneys to Alameda County to beef up prosecutions
California Governor Gavin Newsom plans to send state attorneys to Alameda County to boost the prosecution of serious and complex crimes.
The move is aimed at prosecuting violent crimes, drug-related crimes, and property crimes, and targeting major criminal networks in Oakland and the East Bay. [ more ]