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Who is Alex Spiro, Mayor Adams' high-profile attorney?

Mayor Eric Adams hires Alex Spiro, a high-profile defense attorney, amidst federal corruption charges to leverage his aggressive courtroom and media strategies.

The devil's advocate who defended Dominique Pelicot: It will be you and me against the whole world'

Beatrice Zavarro emphasizes her commitment to legal representation, even in cases involving severe moral condemnation.

Who is Alex Spiro, Mayor Adams' high-profile attorney?

Mayor Eric Adams hires Alex Spiro, a high-profile defense attorney, amidst federal corruption charges to leverage his aggressive courtroom and media strategies.

The devil's advocate who defended Dominique Pelicot: It will be you and me against the whole world'

Beatrice Zavarro emphasizes her commitment to legal representation, even in cases involving severe moral condemnation.
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#legal-proceedings

Judge dismisses top manslaughter charge in Daniel Penny subway chokehold trial amid deadlocked jury

The manslaughter charge against Daniel Penny was dismissed due to jury deadlock, while deliberations will continue on criminally negligent homicide.
The defense raised concerns about potential jury coercion following the judge's decision to instruct further deliberation on a lesser charge.

Karen Read's defense files motion to SJC to get charges dropped in her murder case

The defense argues that retrying Karen Read for murder charges violates double jeopardy rights due to juror opinions of her innocence on those counts.

Prosecution dismisses rape-related charges against Santa Cruz County real estate broker

All charges against real estate broker Frank DeBernardo for rape were dropped due to insufficient evidence.

Judge dismisses top manslaughter charge in Daniel Penny subway chokehold trial amid deadlocked jury

The manslaughter charge against Daniel Penny was dismissed due to jury deadlock, while deliberations will continue on criminally negligent homicide.
The defense raised concerns about potential jury coercion following the judge's decision to instruct further deliberation on a lesser charge.

Karen Read's defense files motion to SJC to get charges dropped in her murder case

The defense argues that retrying Karen Read for murder charges violates double jeopardy rights due to juror opinions of her innocence on those counts.

Prosecution dismisses rape-related charges against Santa Cruz County real estate broker

All charges against real estate broker Frank DeBernardo for rape were dropped due to insufficient evidence.
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Luigi Mangione retains high-profile former prosecutor as defense lawyer

Karen Friedman Agnifilo, a former Manhattan prosecutor, will represent Luigi Mangione in murder charges related to the shooting of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson.
#legal-ethics

Lawyer Disbarred For Sexual Abuse

The Wyoming Supreme Court disbarred attorney Samuel W. Cantrell due to his felony convictions for forcible sexual abuse, enforcing legal accountability.

Toronto lawyer representing soldier in sex assault trial is facing his own sex crime charges | CBC News

A lawyer facing sex crime charges is representing a client accused of similar crimes, raising ethical concerns but posing no legal restrictions on his practice.

Former Biglaw Attorney Headed To Jail On Stalking Charges

Linda Lu and her mother were sentenced to five and a half years in jail for stalking neighbors over a garden hedge dispute.

Lawyer Disbarred For Sexual Abuse

The Wyoming Supreme Court disbarred attorney Samuel W. Cantrell due to his felony convictions for forcible sexual abuse, enforcing legal accountability.

Toronto lawyer representing soldier in sex assault trial is facing his own sex crime charges | CBC News

A lawyer facing sex crime charges is representing a client accused of similar crimes, raising ethical concerns but posing no legal restrictions on his practice.

Former Biglaw Attorney Headed To Jail On Stalking Charges

Linda Lu and her mother were sentenced to five and a half years in jail for stalking neighbors over a garden hedge dispute.
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Newsrooms fight back against criminalization

Attacks on journalists are increasingly using criminal law to suppress dissent globally, with significant implications for press freedom.

Daniel Penny trial judge agrees to drop top manslaughter count after jury deadlocks twice

Jurors were deadlocked on the manslaughter charge against Daniel Penny, leading to the dismissal of that charge and a focus on criminally negligent homicide.
#trump

Bill Barr Didn't Hear When Trump Asked, "Russia Are You Listening?" - emptywheel

The Mueller report highlights the complexity of defining 'coordination' in relation to Trump's Russia interactions, leading to a last-minute clarification by prosecutors.

Are Blanket Pardons for Officials on Donald Trump's Target List a Good Idea?

The Biden Administration is contemplating pardons for potential targets of Trump to avoid unfair prosecution.

Bill Barr Didn't Hear When Trump Asked, "Russia Are You Listening?" - emptywheel

The Mueller report highlights the complexity of defining 'coordination' in relation to Trump's Russia interactions, leading to a last-minute clarification by prosecutors.

Are Blanket Pardons for Officials on Donald Trump's Target List a Good Idea?

The Biden Administration is contemplating pardons for potential targets of Trump to avoid unfair prosecution.
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#wexford

Man (41) appears before Wexford court charged with the murder of Stephen Ring (27)

Christopher Judge and Jane Corcoran face charges related to the murder of Mr. Ring, whose body was found at Carrigfoyle Quarry.

Man and woman arrested over death of man in Co Wexford released without charge

A man and woman were arrested but later released without charge in an ongoing investigation into a death in Wexford.

Man (41) appears before Wexford court charged with the murder of Stephen Ring (27)

Christopher Judge and Jane Corcoran face charges related to the murder of Mr. Ring, whose body was found at Carrigfoyle Quarry.

Man and woman arrested over death of man in Co Wexford released without charge

A man and woman were arrested but later released without charge in an ongoing investigation into a death in Wexford.
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Swedish police seize over 10 million kronor in luxury goods in one week

The new law allows police to seize valuable items without needing formal crime charges against individuals, including minors.

What happens to Donald Trump's criminal conviction? Here are a few ways it could go

Judge Merchan has paused Trump's sentencing case amid complexities surrounding his presidency.
The case may wait until Trump leaves office to avoid disrupting his presidential duties.
#supreme-court

If Trump wins the election, he could seize control of America's courts

Donald Trump's potential re-entry into the White House could grant him unprecedented immunity from criminal prosecution due to a recent Supreme Court ruling.

What the Debate Made Clear About a Second Trump Term

A second term for Donald Trump could lead to a presidency unchecked by criminal law and potential abuses of power.

Jack Smith Can Still Hurt Donald Trump

The Supreme Court has granted unprecedented criminal immunity to presidents for official acts, limiting judicial inquiry into presidential motives.

Here are the lawyers arguing before the Supreme Court.

The lawyers arguing before the Supreme Court have been involved in key legal battles of Trump's presidency.

If Trump wins the election, he could seize control of America's courts

Donald Trump's potential re-entry into the White House could grant him unprecedented immunity from criminal prosecution due to a recent Supreme Court ruling.

What the Debate Made Clear About a Second Trump Term

A second term for Donald Trump could lead to a presidency unchecked by criminal law and potential abuses of power.

Jack Smith Can Still Hurt Donald Trump

The Supreme Court has granted unprecedented criminal immunity to presidents for official acts, limiting judicial inquiry into presidential motives.

Here are the lawyers arguing before the Supreme Court.

The lawyers arguing before the Supreme Court have been involved in key legal battles of Trump's presidency.
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#public-safety

By, 13, charged with murder in Tuesday stabbing: Toronto police | CBC News

A 13-year-old boy has been charged with first-degree murder in a stabbing incident in Toronto. The victim did not survive.

Arson attack on house killed three dogs and caused 80,000 worth of damage, court told

Connor Lishman faces serious charges including arson that resulted in property damage and the death of three dogs, disputing the allegations.

Man accused of starting house fire that killed three dogs denied bail

The court denied bail to Connor Lishman due to public safety concerns amidst his criminal history and the nature of the charges.

By, 13, charged with murder in Tuesday stabbing: Toronto police | CBC News

A 13-year-old boy has been charged with first-degree murder in a stabbing incident in Toronto. The victim did not survive.

Arson attack on house killed three dogs and caused 80,000 worth of damage, court told

Connor Lishman faces serious charges including arson that resulted in property damage and the death of three dogs, disputing the allegations.

Man accused of starting house fire that killed three dogs denied bail

The court denied bail to Connor Lishman due to public safety concerns amidst his criminal history and the nature of the charges.
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Man arrested in connection with hijacking of car in Dublin with five-month-old baby girl inside

A man was arrested following a car hijacking that involved the unlawful seizure of a vehicle with a baby inside.
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He didn't do it': days before South Carolina execution, key witness says he lied

Key witness recants testimony, claiming innocence of man set for execution in South Carolina.

'A sham!' - What happens when you try to appeal a murder conviction

Oliver Campbell's conviction was quashed after 33 years, mainly due to advancements in understanding mental health.

He didn't do it': days before South Carolina execution, key witness says he lied

Key witness recants testimony, claiming innocence of man set for execution in South Carolina.

'A sham!' - What happens when you try to appeal a murder conviction

Oliver Campbell's conviction was quashed after 33 years, mainly due to advancements in understanding mental health.
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#justice

Man posing as teen YouTube star sentenced for global child sextortion plot

A man was sentenced to 17 years in prison for coercing hundreds, including children, into sexual acts, marking one of the worst sextortion cases.

Brain-damaged man has murder conviction quashed after 30 years

Oliver Campbell's murder conviction was quashed due to fresh evidence of his innocence and procedural failures during his trial.

Man posing as teen YouTube star sentenced for global child sextortion plot

A man was sentenced to 17 years in prison for coercing hundreds, including children, into sexual acts, marking one of the worst sextortion cases.

Brain-damaged man has murder conviction quashed after 30 years

Oliver Campbell's murder conviction was quashed due to fresh evidence of his innocence and procedural failures during his trial.
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Masks Banned in Public in Nassau County, With Some Exceptions

Wearing masks in Nassau County for reasons other than health or religion may lead to jail time or fines.

New faculty members bring expertise in tax law, community development and legal writing to Brooklyn Law

Brooklyn Law School welcomes five new professors specializing in various legal fields.

Attention, New York Adulterers: Your Sin May Soon No Longer Be a Crime

Efforts to repeal New York's adultery law are gaining traction amidst global attention.
Charles Lavine, the Assembly bill's sponsor, emphasizes the need to remove criminal penalties on consensual adult behavior.

Trump Claims Immunity Extends Even to Acts That Cross the Line'

Donald J. Trump argues that American presidents should have complete immunity from prosecution, even for acts that cross the line.
Trump's statements contradict legal arguments made by his lawyer in his current federal indictment case.
The appeals court panel expressed skepticism about Trump's immunity arguments and may rule against him.

Civil Litigators Cannot Usually Relate To Criminal Lawyers

Criminal lawyers' experience in trials significantly differs from civil litigators', especially in jury deliberations' emotional impact.
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Missouri Supreme Court Clears Release of Woman Who Spent 43 Years in Prison

Missouri's highest court ruled to free a woman after 43 years in prison following a murder conviction overturned with new evidence of innocence.

Why Trump Supporters Keep Avoiding Convictions on Election Charges

Criminal law seldom applied to new election interferences poses challenges for prosecution.

Missouri Supreme Court Clears Release of Woman Who Spent 43 Years in Prison

Missouri's highest court ruled to free a woman after 43 years in prison following a murder conviction overturned with new evidence of innocence.

Why Trump Supporters Keep Avoiding Convictions on Election Charges

Criminal law seldom applied to new election interferences poses challenges for prosecution.
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Karen Read trial: Jurors have yet to return a verdict. Here's what that could mean.

The length of jury deliberations may indicate internal disagreement, leading to potential holdouts in reaching a verdict.
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