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10 hours ago

Historical Society of the New York Courts honors federal appeals judge at annual gala | amNewYork

Debra Ann Livingston received the Judith S. Kaye Award for her 20 years of service on the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit.
#trump-administration
Washington DC
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4 hours ago

US appeals court blocks contempt case over Trump deportation flights

The Trump administration's deportation of Venezuelan immigrants faced legal challenges but was upheld by an appeals court ruling.
NYC parents
fromChalkbeat
5 days ago

Judge says Trump administration improperly withheld funding from NYC schools over trans policy

The Trump administration improperly cut off funding to NYC public schools over policies protecting transgender students, violating Title IX procedures.
Washington DC
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4 hours ago

US appeals court blocks contempt case over Trump deportation flights

The Trump administration's deportation of Venezuelan immigrants faced legal challenges but was upheld by an appeals court ruling.
NYC parents
fromChalkbeat
5 days ago

Judge says Trump administration improperly withheld funding from NYC schools over trans policy

The Trump administration improperly cut off funding to NYC public schools over policies protecting transgender students, violating Title IX procedures.
NYC politics
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3 hours ago

Advocates, City Council push for polling place, more ballot curing on Rikers as elections board says hands are tied by state law | amNewYork

Prison rights advocates seek to improve voting access for incarcerated individuals in New York City, facing legal limitations from state law.
Brooklyn
fromNew York Post
8 hours ago

Brooklyn homecare indictment exposes web of corruption that could bring down city Dem politicians

A Brooklyn nonprofit faces federal indictment for alleged corruption involving $200 million in public contracts and fraudulent activities.
Intellectual property law
fromAbove the Law
2 hours ago

Turning Defense Into Offense - Above the Law

Jack Hughes' game-winning goal exemplifies a successful transition from defense to offense, paralleling patent litigators' proactive strategies against infringement allegations.
#crime
US news
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4 hours ago

AG Letitia James won't seek criminal charges against cop who fatally ran over sleeping man in Queens park during U.S. Open | amNewYork

No criminal charges will be filed against the officer who struck and killed Erasmo Huerta Gonzalez in Queens during the U.S. Open.
NYC parents
fromCity Limits
11 hours ago

Opinion: Shelter Decisions That Ignore School Stability Are Harming NYC's Children

Displacing families from shelters disrupts children's education and stability, leading to immediate academic consequences and long-term developmental issues.
NYC LGBT
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13 hours ago

Harvey Weinstein is going on trial again in a New York rape case

Harvey Weinstein is going on trial again for a rape charge involving Jessica Mann, with jury selection starting soon.
#immigration
Social justice
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5 days ago

Legal Aid Society sues DHS, ICE for racial profiling and unlawful arrests | amNewYork

A class action lawsuit was filed against federal agencies for unlawful racial profiling and detaining Latino individuals based on their appearance or language.
Left-wing politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Judges fired after blocking deportation of pro-Palestinian students

Two immigration judges were fired after ruling against the Trump administration in deportation cases involving pro-Palestinian students.
Social justice
fromwww.amny.com
5 days ago

Legal Aid Society sues DHS, ICE for racial profiling and unlawful arrests | amNewYork

A class action lawsuit was filed against federal agencies for unlawful racial profiling and detaining Latino individuals based on their appearance or language.
NYC politics
fromURL Media
4 days ago

Half of ICE Detainees at Brooklyn Prison Have No Criminal Record: Documents

Over half of the nearly 200 detainees at NYC's MDC have no criminal record, raising concerns about immigration detention practices.
US politics
fromwww.dw.com
1 day ago

US judge dismisses Trump lawsuit against Wall Stree Journal

A federal judge dismissed Trump's $10 billion defamation lawsuit against the Wall Street Journal, stating he failed to prove actual malice.
SF parents
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1 day ago

Fired Sheriff files defamation claim against county

Christina Corpus claims her removal as San Mateo County Sheriff was due to a defamation campaign, not misconduct.
#brooklyn
Brooklyn
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1 day ago

Woman dies in custody on drug charge at Brooklyn Central Booking, police say

Zamiqua Miller, a 33-year-old woman, died in police custody in Brooklyn after being found unconscious.
Brooklyn
fromFOX 5 New York
14 hours ago

Men charged with murder of 7-month-old baby in Brooklyn due in court

Two men have been charged with murder after a 7-month-old girl was fatally shot in Brooklyn during a daytime shooting.
Brooklyn
fromGothamist
11 hours ago

2 men to face judge in fatal Brooklyn shooting of 7-month-old girl

Two men are charged with the murder of a 7-month-old baby in Brooklyn, with court appearances scheduled following the child's funeral.
Brooklyn
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1 day ago

Brooklyn woman who died in police custody had been hospitalized twice hours before succumbing: sources | amNewYork

Zamiqua Miller, 33, died in Central Booking after being hospitalized twice for illness days prior to her death.
Brooklyn
fromThe Mirror US
1 day ago

Senseless rap beef possible reason behind shooting of 7-month-old baby in NYC

A rapper targeted a baby's father, resulting in the tragic shooting of a 7-month-old in Brooklyn.
Brooklyn
fromGothamist
1 day ago

Woman dies in custody on drug charge at Brooklyn Central Booking, police say

Zamiqua Miller, a 33-year-old woman, died in police custody in Brooklyn after being found unconscious.
Brooklyn
fromFOX 5 New York
14 hours ago

Men charged with murder of 7-month-old baby in Brooklyn due in court

Two men have been charged with murder after a 7-month-old girl was fatally shot in Brooklyn during a daytime shooting.
Brooklyn
fromGothamist
11 hours ago

2 men to face judge in fatal Brooklyn shooting of 7-month-old girl

Two men are charged with the murder of a 7-month-old baby in Brooklyn, with court appearances scheduled following the child's funeral.
Brooklyn
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1 day ago

Brooklyn woman who died in police custody had been hospitalized twice hours before succumbing: sources | amNewYork

Zamiqua Miller, 33, died in Central Booking after being hospitalized twice for illness days prior to her death.
Brooklyn
fromThe Mirror US
1 day ago

Senseless rap beef possible reason behind shooting of 7-month-old baby in NYC

A rapper targeted a baby's father, resulting in the tragic shooting of a 7-month-old in Brooklyn.
Non-profit organizations
fromGothamist
1 day ago

Councilmember directed $450K to Brooklyn nonprofit being investigated by feds

Farah Louis directed over $450,000 in city funds to BHRAGS Home Care Corp., linked to a federal corruption investigation.
SF politics
fromCity Limits
6 days ago

NY State Senator & Judiciary Chair Sepulveda Was No-Show for Housing Court Clients

New York State Sen. Luis Sepúlveda failed to appear in court multiple times for tenants he was defending, resulting in negative outcomes for them.
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5 days ago

Appellate judges signal strong interest in overturning Diddy's sentence but there's a big catch

The appellate judges repeatedly voiced skepticism over the Manhattan sentencing judge's decision to hold the trial's ample evidence of coercion and force against Combs in sentencing.
DC food
Law
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6 hours ago

New York State Bar Association names new executive director | amNewYork

Kathy Suchocki has been appointed as the executive director of the New York State Bar Association after serving in an interim role since 2025.
NYC politics
fromPolitics NY
1 day ago

Inside Government with PoliticsNY: A Q&A with Council Member Carmen De La Rosa

Carmen De La Rosa focuses on housing, technology access, and senior support in her role as a New York City Council Member.
#zohran-mamdani
New York City
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1 day ago

101 Days in Zohran Mamdani's New York

Zohran Mamdani's first 100 days as mayor focus on municipal efficiency and political discretion rather than revolutionary changes.
New York City
fromGothamist
2 days ago

At 100 days, Mamdani leans into 'pothole politics' and child care push

Mayor Zohran Mamdani emphasizes delivering on both big promises and everyday fixes to rebuild trust in city government.
NYC politics
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3 days ago

Mamdani's Approval Rating Is More Impressive Than It Looks

Zohran Mamdani has a mixed approval rating, with 48% approval and 30% disapproval among New Yorkers after 100 days in office.
NYC LGBT
fromDailycaller
2 days ago

New York DA Opens Investigation Into Eric Swalwell Sex Assault Allegations

A criminal investigation into Rep. Eric Swalwell has been launched following sexual assault allegations from a former staffer and other women.
NYC parents
fromCity Limits
4 days ago

New York's Latino Communities 'Under Siege' by ICE's Racial Profiling, Lawsuit Says

ICE agents are accused of racially profiling and unlawfully arresting Latino individuals in New York.
NYC real estate
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5 days ago

State court system forms committee to consider reforms for overburdened housing courts | amNewYork

A blue-ribbon panel has been formed to improve New York City Housing Court's effectiveness, fairness, and accessibility amid rising eviction cases.
#snap
Non-profit organizations
fromBronx Times
4 days ago

OUR FORGOTTEN BOROUGH | Bronx food pantries, aid groups brace for surge in need as SNAP cuts loom - Bronx Times

Drastic cuts to SNAP funding are expected to severely impact food security in the Bronx, exacerbating existing hunger and poverty issues.
NYC parents
fromBronx Times
4 days ago

OUR FORGOTTEN BOROUGH | The personal impact of new SNAP work rules on Bronx residents - Bronx Times

New federal SNAP work requirements affect 120,000 New Yorkers, mandating documentation of work or training to maintain benefits.
Non-profit organizations
fromBronx Times
4 days ago

OUR FORGOTTEN BOROUGH | Bronx food pantries, aid groups brace for surge in need as SNAP cuts loom - Bronx Times

Drastic cuts to SNAP funding are expected to severely impact food security in the Bronx, exacerbating existing hunger and poverty issues.
NYC parents
fromBronx Times
4 days ago

OUR FORGOTTEN BOROUGH | The personal impact of new SNAP work rules on Bronx residents - Bronx Times

New federal SNAP work requirements affect 120,000 New Yorkers, mandating documentation of work or training to maintain benefits.
Law
fromGothamist
15 hours ago

Brooklyn prosecutors see exonerations dip amid NYC and nationwide decline, data show

Kenneth Windley was exonerated after nearly 20 years in prison, highlighting a decline in wrongful conviction exonerations in Brooklyn and nationwide.
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6 days ago

Activists urge AG Letitia James sentence for NYPD sergeant convicted of killing Bronx protester with thrown cooler | amNewYork

When was the last time you heard of somebody in New York state being convicted of a killing and getting three to nine years?
Social justice
NYC politics
fromNewsmax
2 days ago

ADL Slams NYC Mayor Mamdani on Antisemitism Record

Mayor Mamdani's actions against antisemitism in his first 100 days raise serious concerns according to the Anti-Defamation League.
#transgender-rights
NYC parents
fromGothamist
5 days ago

NYC wins court fight over magnet school funding tied to trans student policies

The Trump administration cannot withhold funding for NYC magnet schools over transgender student policies, as ruled by a federal judge.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
3 weeks ago

New York judge refuses to seal trans name change request - again - LGBTQ Nation

An appellate court repeatedly overturns a New York judge's refusal to seal transgender name change records, citing inadequate justification for denying privacy protections that expose applicants to discrimination and harassment.
NYC parents
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5 days ago

NYC wins court fight over magnet school funding tied to trans student policies

The Trump administration cannot withhold funding for NYC magnet schools over transgender student policies, as ruled by a federal judge.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
3 weeks ago

New York judge refuses to seal trans name change request - again - LGBTQ Nation

An appellate court repeatedly overturns a New York judge's refusal to seal transgender name change records, citing inadequate justification for denying privacy protections that expose applicants to discrimination and harassment.
Law
fromAbove the Law
1 day ago

In America, Even Judges Have To Take Matters In To Their Own Hands - Above the Law

Judges are increasingly carrying guns for self-protection due to rising threats and inadequate security measures.
NYC real estate
fromwww.amny.com
6 days ago

Second Avenue Subway: MTA tells court it can't move forward with project unless East Harlem landlord lets them into building | amNewYork

MTA is suing a landlord for access to a building necessary for the Second Avenue Subway extension into East Harlem.
New York City
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4 days ago

Bronx man charged with assault for punching two EMTs, sending them to the hospital

A Bronx man was arrested for assaulting two EMTs who were providing medical assistance.
Law
fromPOLITICO
5 hours ago

Cherfilus-McCormick attorneys request federal trial delay

Edwin Cherfilus-McCormick faces serious legal challenges, including potential expulsion from Congress and significant prison time if convicted.
#judicial-diversity
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1 week ago
Social justice

Op-Ed | Revisiting More Black Male Judges, the Collegial Effect, Public Perceptions and Paths Forward | amNewYork

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3 weeks ago
Social justice

We need a reflective judiciary': Bar association group says more Black men are needed on the bench | amNewYork

Social justice
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1 week ago

Op-Ed | Revisiting More Black Male Judges, the Collegial Effect, Public Perceptions and Paths Forward | amNewYork

Increased representation of Black judges leads to fairer judicial outcomes and reduces racial disparities in sentencing.
Social justice
fromwww.amny.com
3 weeks ago

We need a reflective judiciary': Bar association group says more Black men are needed on the bench | amNewYork

The need for more Black male judges in New York City is crucial for fair representation in the judiciary.
New York Islanders
fromReason.com
3 weeks ago

For Staten Island, The Interim Docket Is The Final Docket

The Supreme Court's emergency stay effectively ended the Staten Island redistricting case before the midterm election.
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
4 days ago

Mamdani confirms probe of probation chief after lawsuit alleges firing over DOI complaint tied to alleged relationship

Allegations against probation commissioner Sharun Goodwin are under investigation following a lawsuit from a former investigator claiming wrongful termination.
Law
fromHoodline
1 day ago

Core Club Found in Contempt at 711 Fifth

Core Club found in contempt for ignoring court order regarding lobby operations, increasing legal pressure from developer Michael Shvo.
fromBrooklyn, NY Patch
1 day ago

Brooklyn Mob Case Prosecutors Seek Removal Of Defense Attorney

Prosecutors wrote that the recordings show he was 'fully entangled' in the conduct under investigation. In more than a dozen recordings, the defendant is captured discussing Mr. Corozzo's knowledge of the defendant's criminal schemes, namely the illegal gambling and loansharking operations, and discussing Mr. Corozzo's status as an inducted member of the Gambino crime family.
Law
fromNew York Post
1 day ago

Drill rap beef may be behind senseless NYC stray-bullet death of 7-month-old girl: sources

Accused gunman Amuri Greene was allegedly targeting the baby's rapper father, Jamari Patterson, when he fired into a crowd in Williamsburg on April 1, killing little Kaori Patterson-Moore.
Brooklyn
NYC parents
fromChalkbeat
6 days ago

NYC public school suspensions dropped substantially during the first half of the school year

Suspensions in NYC public schools decreased by 8% in the first half of the school year compared to the previous year.
NYC politics
fromGothamist
5 days ago

Latino New Yorkers file lawsuit alleging racial profiling by Trump immigration agents

The Trump administration is accused of targeting individuals for immigration enforcement based on race and ethnicity, violating their rights.
#discrimination
Law
fromAbove the Law
1 day ago

Biglaw Firm Sued For Firing Staffer A Month After Returning From Disability - Above the Law

Firing an employee shortly after disability leave, amid claims of a hostile work environment, can lead to legal repercussions.
Law
fromAbove the Law
1 day ago

Biglaw Firm Sued For Firing Staffer A Month After Returning From Disability - Above the Law

Firing an employee shortly after disability leave, amid claims of a hostile work environment, can lead to legal repercussions.
US politics
fromAbove the Law
3 weeks ago

Morning Docket: 03.18.26 - Above the Law

Chief Justice Roberts calls for ending personal attacks on judges, while questions arise about presidential official acts; meanwhile, legal developments span judicial conduct, cryptocurrency regulation, Section 230 reform, and national security concerns.
Law
fromPadailypost
20 hours ago

DA sued for paying prosecutor not to work

A lawsuit claims Santa Clara County DA Jeff Rosen wastes taxpayer money by paying a prosecutor to stay home amid budget cuts.
NYC politics
fromDocumented
6 days ago

Here Are Several Lesser-Known NYC Laws - Documented

President Trump is reshaping immigration policy, causing concern among migrant communities about safety and legal repercussions in the U.S.
Brooklyn
fromHoodline
4 days ago

Brooklyn Jury Convicts Defendants in Major Gang and Fraud Case

A federal jury convicted defendants for using violence and fraud to exploit public programs and control local neighborhoods.
Law
fromAbove the Law
1 day ago

Morning Docket: 04.13.26 - Above the Law

White House ballroom construction has resumed, while various legal and corporate developments unfold across the country.
fromHoodline
5 days ago

Brooklyn Trinitarios Member Convicted In MDC Witness Retaliation Case

U.S. Attorney Jay Clayton framed the verdict as a clear message to anyone thinking about silencing witnesses. 'New Yorkers know justice and they will not tolerate witness intimidation, let alone the street gang violence central to today's conviction,' he said.
Brooklyn
Law
fromAbove the Law
4 days ago

Morning Docket: 04.10.26 - Above the Law

A Texas judge ordered a lawyer to court for criticizing the judge's behavior, prompting a response from fellow lawyers.
Social justice
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4 weeks ago

Forgotten no more': State's top judges take field trip to The Bronx | amNewYork

New York State Court of Appeals held historic oral arguments in The Bronx for three days, engaging hundreds of students and fostering community connections between state judges and local officials.
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6 days ago

Brooklyn activist pleads guilty to arson after setting fire to parked NYPD cars | amNewYork

Jakhi McCray turned himself in to police custody following the blaze on DeKalb Avenue between Wilson and Central Avenues in Bushwick and was charged with a federal arson count.
Brooklyn
Law
fromAbove the Law
5 days ago

Sean Combs Fights For Reduced Time Due To Potential Sentencing Error - Above the Law

Diddy was sentenced to 50 months in prison, with his legal team appealing the sentence on various grounds, including the consideration of acquitted conduct.
Law
fromAbove the Law
5 days ago

Morning Docket: 04.09.26 - Above the Law

Anthropic's request for a stay regarding autonomous weapons was denied, indicating challenges in the legal arguments presented.
NYC real estate
fromNew York City, NY Patch
1 month ago

NYC Wins $2.1M Judgment Against Landlord

A New York court ordered a Bronx landlord to repair a rent-stabilized building within weeks and pay $2.1 million in penalties for years of housing violations and dangerous tenant conditions.
Law
fromAbove the Law
6 days ago

What Does Competence Mean When Litigation Happens In Real Time? - Above the Law

Competence in law is evolving as technology changes the speed and precision of decision-making in litigation.
Law
fromAbove the Law
1 week ago

Morning Docket: 04.02.26 - Above the Law

DOJ has prioritized deporting law-abiding individuals over prosecuting serious criminal cases.
NYC real estate
fromNew York City, NY Patch
1 month ago

Court Strikes Down Protections For NYC Renters

A New York appeals court invalidated a 2019 law prohibiting tenant discrimination based on Section 8 voucher use, ruling that required inspections violate landlords' Fourth Amendment rights.
Law
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Luigi Mangione to appear in New York court in effort to postpone federal trial

Luigi Mangione seeks to postpone his federal trial due to overlapping state trial preparations and constitutional rights concerns.
NYC politics
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1 month ago

Ali Najmi to guide mayor's judge appointments to help struggling family court | amNewYork

Ali Najmi leads the Mayor's Advisory Committee on the Judiciary to expand judicial access, recruit merit-based judges, and broaden the candidate pool beyond traditional prosecutors and court attorneys.
Law
fromHoodline
2 weeks ago

Queens custody fight raises judicial conduct questions

Dimitri Bourianov alleges judicial misconduct and conflicts of interest in his divorce and custody case involving explicit communications between his wife and her lawyer.
#judicial-conduct
Law
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1 month ago

Judge admonished for drunk driving continues to sit on bench | amNewYork

A New York town justice was admonished for drunk driving but will retain his position until his term ends in December 2027.
Law
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1 month ago

Judge admonished for drunk driving continues to sit on bench | amNewYork

A New York town justice was admonished for drunk driving but will retain his position until his term ends in December 2027.
#judicial-misconduct
Law
fromGothamist
3 weeks ago

'No accountability': NYC immigration courts close to the public, lawsuit claims

Federal immigration courts in New York City have systematically blocked public observation for a year, violating federal regulations and constitutional protections through unwritten, arbitrary rules.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
2 months ago

Op-Ed | New York's promise: Justice with the door kept open amNewYork

Mayor Adams' veto of Intro 1297 prevents strengthened legal pathways for survivors of gender-motivated violence to seek accountability, undermining access to justice.
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
1 month ago

Op Ed | The judges who shape New York long after the ballots are cast | amNewYork

New York City's elected trial judges—Civil Court and Surrogate's Court judges—wield significant influence over vulnerable citizens' lives, including eviction, custody, and bail decisions, making judicial races critical despite low voter attention.
New York City
fromHoodline
1 month ago

Bronx Housing Court Is New York's 'Cattle-Call' For Evictions

Bronx Housing Court faces overwhelming eviction backlogs, causing months-long delays, rising tenant debts, and heightened eviction risk.
Law
fromwww.amny.com
1 month ago

New York Courts unveils program to help inmates find representation to sue the state | amNewYork

New York's court system is launching a pilot program connecting incarcerated people with lawyers to pursue civil claims against the state, addressing the barrier of self-representation without legal resources.
Law
fromGothamist
1 month ago

NY's top judge faces complaint from GOP lawmakers over sentencing legislation support

Republican lawmakers filed a judicial conduct complaint against New York's Chief Judge Rowan Wilson for endorsing pending legislation allowing judges to reconsider long prison sentences.
Brooklyn
fromBrooklyn Eagle
2 months ago

Second Judicial District Equal Justice Committee kicks off three-part series on 'Professional Progression in the Unified Court System'

Unified court system career series provided guidance on court structure, career pathways, promotions, interview skills, mentorship, and resources for advancement across all court titles.
Law
fromwww.amny.com
1 month ago

Op-Ed | The disappearance of the criminal jury trial | amNewYork

Federal criminal trials have nearly disappeared, with fewer than 3% of cases going to trial compared to 20% in the mid-20th century, undermining the integrity of the criminal justice system.
Law
fromBronx Times
2 months ago

Judges, attorneys gather at Bronx Supreme Court to honor Black History Month - Bronx Times

Bronx legal leaders celebrated Black History Month and highlighted judicial diversity gains while acknowledging ongoing racial justice challenges and systemic obstacles.
Law
fromEmptywheel
2 months ago

Judge Richard Berman: Victims Victims Victims

Refusal to unseal Epstein grand jury materials prioritized victims' rights, privacy, and insufficient notice to victims, citing safety concerns and doubts about government protection.
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