#court-system
#court-system
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10 months agoWhen tenants have a right to counsel in eviction cases, but there aren't enough lawyers to help
A couple appearing in eviction court faced a judge without legal representation, only an interpreter, as the landlord’s attorney communicated via phone. The judge denied their request to return home.
NYC real estate
fromwww.theguardian.com
10 months agoThe Guardian view on restricting trial by jury: the ugly face of justice tailored to tight budgets | Editorial
Sir Brian Leveson recognizes the sensitivity around any restriction on jury trial, but he weighs it against the real risk of total system collapse in the near future.
UK politics
fromNew York City, NY Patch
10 months agoMan Indicted For Slashing Court Officers At NYC Criminal Courthouse, DA Says
Court officers have the incredibly challenging job of keeping everyone in our courthouses safe, including judges, staff, attorneys, victims, witnesses, the public, and those facing criminal charges. We have absolutely no tolerance for any attack on their safety, and the significant charges in this indictment reflect the seriousness with which we are treating this matter.
NYC politics
fromAbove the Law
11 months agoAttorney Allegedly Texts Judge, 'I Wish You Die Tonight In A Car Fire,' But Doesn't Say HE'S Going To Do It, Making This The Most Lawyerly Threat Ever - Above the Law
District Attorney Susan Cacace emphasized the seriousness of the threats, stating that the 'defendant's alleged conduct is especially alarming' amidst increasing threats to judiciary members.
Law
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