#criminal-justice-system

#criminal-justice-system

Officers shot and killed an armed man after he shot one of them in Queens, leaving a bystander injured.

New York City is facing an alarming surge in crime with unprecedented murders on the subway, evoking fears among commuters.

A man released from Rikers is suspected in a recent stabbing spree, raising concerns about the criminal justice system's handling of repeat offenders.

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.

The government is enacting emergency measures to address prison overcrowding due to upcoming rioter sentencing.

The early release of thousands of prisoners raises concerns about the readiness of probation services to handle the impacts.

Brandon's life on death row exemplifies resilience despite oppression, revealing the psychological trauma of isolation and racial bias in the justice system.

Martial Simon, accused of fatally shoving a woman into a subway train, deemed mentally fit for trial despite ongoing delusions.

Mayor Eric Adams addresses issues of recidivism and mental health in relation to recent violent incidents.

Adams highlights the need for a real analysis of factors contributing to recidivism and calls for legislative reforms.

Ms. O'Brien is upset about not being informed of her case date, emphasizing the need for better victim support in the justice system.

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.

The criminal justice system in Britain is overwhelmed and costly.

Legalizing cannabis could have economic benefits for Britain and help save public resources.

High incarceration rates do not effectively reduce crime and often stem from economic and ideological motivations.

Donald Trump has been found guilty of falsifying business records related to hiding a sexual affair and corrupting the 2016 election, resulting in his first criminal conviction as a former US president.

Trump's campaign was primarily about evading legal accountability rather than traditional political strategies.

His bravado concealed a deep anxiety about his vulnerabilities to the justice system.

Donald Trump's actions pose a significant risk to the rule of law and democracy.

Concerns about Trump's threat to the criminal justice system were highlighted at an ABA conference.

Transition from judgment to being judged in court for Trump.

The unexpected anti-immigrant riots in England and Northern Ireland present a significant challenge to Prime Minister Keir Starmer's government.

The impact of recent riots on the criminal justice system in the UK will be significant, with long-lasting effects on backlog, overcrowding, and overall system rebuilding efforts.

Fast actions from officers and first aid skills saved the victim's life.

Police caught Glodi Wabelua in London for drug trafficking and human trafficking charges, highlighting a growing trend of inner-city teenagers dealing drugs in provincial towns.

Jose Curet, convicted cop killer of Officer George Werdann, to be released on parole after 40 years, sparking controversy.

Subway train incident in New York leads to severe injury

Tensions arise between NYPD and other criminal justice stakeholders in addressing subway crimes

A gang member was sentenced to 35 years for attempting revenge murder to defend his gang's reputation.

Janayo Lucima, a young man shot dead in London, was involved in the killing and dismembering of a jazz musician over a money dispute with drug dealers.

William Algar, the jazz musician who was murdered, was described as a good guy who struggled with mental health issues and fell victim to drug-related circumstances.

The NYPD caught a violent homeless man, on parole for felony assault, for punching an elderly woman randomly in Brooklyn.

Over 40 cop killers released in NY since 2017

Eddie Matos up for parole after murdering NYPD officer

The use of unvalidated algorithms like the Child Pornography Offender Risk Tool (CPORT) in the criminal justice system raises serious concerns.

Family and officials are protesting against the release of a murderer on compassionate grounds.

The murderer has a history of violent crimes and has not shown any remorse, raising concerns about the potential risk upon release.

Highlighting the challenges faced by women in the criminal justice system, particularly those with mental health issues.

D'Monieya Deshaun Green sentenced to 30 months in federal prison for firing back at an assailant in 2022.

Despite surviving multiple shootings, Green is determined to break the cycle of gun possession and incarceration and be present in his son's life.

The documentary series Justice, USA on Tennessee's criminal justice system fell short of expectations.

The series attempted to offer a comprehensive view of various aspects of the criminal justice system, including prisons, mental health, addiction, and incarceration effects.

Tackling violence against women is a top priority for law enforcement agencies like the Met Police.

One in three Americans have a criminal record, making it difficult for them to find work and potentially leading to a life in poverty.

MindOpen Learning Strategies is working to change the way employers view individuals with criminal records and bridge the opportunity gap for them.

Black prisoners face higher rates of botched executions in the U.S. criminal justice system, revealing shocking racial disparities and raising concerns about the inequities inside the death chamber.

Botched executions of Black people disproportionately highlight racial disparities in the death penalty system.

Receiving counsel at first appearance (CAFA) is a constitutional right for jailed individuals who cannot afford a private lawyer, a failure addressed by the ACLU.

The right to an attorney is in the Constitution's sixth amendment.

Public defenders now represent up to 80% of people charged with crimes.

Carrying weapons can have fatal consequences, leading to severe legal punishments.

Many subway perpetrators have a history of mental illness and criminal records.

Frustration with the criminal justice system's handling of mentally ill individuals is evident.

Andrey Shevelyov's mother is attempting to care for him after he stopped taking his medication for psychosis and experienced unpredictable and menacing outbursts.

The state is providing temporary housing for severely mentally ill individuals as a way to divert them from the criminal justice system.