fromemptywheel2 months agoUS newsOpen Thread: SCOTUS Decisions, End of Term Ahead - emptywheelThe Supreme Court is expected to release significant rulings this week, including Trump v. CASA Inc. regarding birthright citizenship.
fromABA Journal3 months agoSocial justiceSupreme Court will consider whether federal courts can reduce sentences based on innocence claimSupreme Court to consider potential innocence in sentencing reductions under First Step Act.Case highlights conflict between compassion and legal strictures in sentencing.
Social justicefromABA Journal3 months agoSupreme Court will consider whether federal courts can reduce sentences based on innocence claimSupreme Court to consider potential innocence in sentencing reductions under First Step Act.Case highlights conflict between compassion and legal strictures in sentencing.