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Two California men deemed sexually violent predators ordered to be conditionally released as transients

San Diego judges ordered conditional release of sexually violent predators despite lack of permanent housing, emphasizing the ongoing challenges in managing SVP releases.
#public-safety

Lifetime parolee who shot NYC cop was cut loose by judge despite DA's pleas, multiple arrests

A judge's decision to release a career criminal without bail led to a deadly confrontation with police, raising concerns about public safety.

California man deemed a sexually violent predator ordered to be released as transient

Judge orders conditional release of sexually violent predator Merle Wakefield due to housing issues, reflecting challenges in managing such cases.

Lifetime parolee who shot NYC cop was cut loose by judge despite DA's pleas, multiple arrests

A judge's decision to release a career criminal without bail led to a deadly confrontation with police, raising concerns about public safety.

California man deemed a sexually violent predator ordered to be released as transient

Judge orders conditional release of sexually violent predator Merle Wakefield due to housing issues, reflecting challenges in managing such cases.
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#voting-rights

Morning Docket: 11.13.24

Alina Habba's potential rise to White House Press Secretary illustrates the shifting dynamics in political appointments.

Iowa can challenge voter registrations even if naturalized citizens may be affected, judge says

The ACLU warns that outdated voter lists could disenfranchise naturalized citizens and deter voting.

Biglaw Bonus Season Arrives!

Alina Habba's potential rise reflects a fluidity in legal and political roles.

Morning Docket: 11.13.24

Alina Habba's potential rise to White House Press Secretary illustrates the shifting dynamics in political appointments.

Iowa can challenge voter registrations even if naturalized citizens may be affected, judge says

The ACLU warns that outdated voter lists could disenfranchise naturalized citizens and deter voting.

Biglaw Bonus Season Arrives!

Alina Habba's potential rise reflects a fluidity in legal and political roles.
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I'm Done!' Washington Post Live Goes Off the Rails As Hugh Hewitt Walks Off After Brawl With Jon Capehart

Tensions erupted during a discussion about election integrity, leading to Hugh Hewitt's walk-off after a heated exchange with host Jonathan Capehart.

This Anti-Immigrant Ruling by a Trump Judge Tells You All You Need to Know

The dehumanization of immigrants by Republican politicians and judges is widespread and increasingly normalized, risking violence and societal harm.
#legal-interpretation

What a Georgia Judge's Decision to Strike Down Six-Week Abortion Ban Means

A Georgia judge's ruling against the six-week abortion ban highlights increasing judicial support for reproductive rights and may indicate broader changes nationwide.

A Writer Sees Leniency in the Supreme Court's Approach to Public Corruption

The Supreme Court's recent rulings suggest a leniency towards politicians involved in public corruption, emphasizing a narrow interpretation of federal law.

What a Georgia Judge's Decision to Strike Down Six-Week Abortion Ban Means

A Georgia judge's ruling against the six-week abortion ban highlights increasing judicial support for reproductive rights and may indicate broader changes nationwide.

A Writer Sees Leniency in the Supreme Court's Approach to Public Corruption

The Supreme Court's recent rulings suggest a leniency towards politicians involved in public corruption, emphasizing a narrow interpretation of federal law.
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#legal-proceedings

Judge Releases Redacted Trove of Evidence in Trump Election Case

Judge Chutkan ordered the release of evidence related to Trump's alleged election interference, rejecting claims of potential electoral impact on voters.

New York appeals court rejects Donald Trump's third request to delay Monday's hush money trial

Trump's appeal to delay hush money trial denied, facing upcoming legal proceedings.
Trump's legal team challenges trial judge's decisions and seeks postponement based on strategic reasons.

Trump's bid to delay hush money trial again rejected by New York appeals court

The New York appeals court denied Trump's request to delay his upcoming hush money trial.
The rejection heightens the probability that the trial will commence on April 15, marking a legal setback for Trump.

Judge Releases Redacted Trove of Evidence in Trump Election Case

Judge Chutkan ordered the release of evidence related to Trump's alleged election interference, rejecting claims of potential electoral impact on voters.

New York appeals court rejects Donald Trump's third request to delay Monday's hush money trial

Trump's appeal to delay hush money trial denied, facing upcoming legal proceedings.
Trump's legal team challenges trial judge's decisions and seeks postponement based on strategic reasons.

Trump's bid to delay hush money trial again rejected by New York appeals court

The New York appeals court denied Trump's request to delay his upcoming hush money trial.
The rejection heightens the probability that the trial will commence on April 15, marking a legal setback for Trump.
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Parole board halts early release of serial rapist, heir to cosmetics fortune

California Board of Parole Hearings reversed the early release decision for serial rapist Andrew Stuart Luster due to errors in the initial evaluation.

Terrorist who plotted to kill hundreds of Londoners in Tube bombing is 'released' from prison

Manfo Asiedu was deported to Ghana after serving 16 years for his role in the failed 2005 London bomb plot, sparking public outrage.
#constitutional-law

Judge overturns North Dakota's near-total abortion ban

North Dakota's judge ruled the near-total abortion ban unconstitutional, affirming women's rights and medical freedom before fetal viability.

Judge Cannon tossing Trump's case raises risk for acting prosecutors

Cannon's ruling could threaten the future of special counsels and federal prosecutors serving in temporary roles.
The legitimacy of federally appointed officials may be increasingly challenged following this court decision.

Judge overturns North Dakota's near-total abortion ban

North Dakota's judge ruled the near-total abortion ban unconstitutional, affirming women's rights and medical freedom before fetal viability.

Judge Cannon tossing Trump's case raises risk for acting prosecutors

Cannon's ruling could threaten the future of special counsels and federal prosecutors serving in temporary roles.
The legitimacy of federally appointed officials may be increasingly challenged following this court decision.
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#supreme-court

The Supreme Court Didn't Crush Abortion Rights for Once

Fears of conservative Supreme Court restricting reproductive rights put to rest temporarily by unanimous decision rejecting bid to restrict abortion medication.

Morning Docket: 08.15.24

The Roberts Court threatens established rights and regulations, significantly impacting policy on abortion and environmental protections.

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.

The Powell Memo Helped Create Project 2025

Lewis Powell was perceived as a moderate Supreme Court Justice, but his moderation did not extend to economic matters impacting big business.

French: What happened to the originalism of the Supreme Court originalists?

The Supreme Court's recent decisions on presidential immunity are difficult to reconcile with the constitutional text, leading to confusion and questions about potential biases or motivations.

The Supreme Court Didn't Crush Abortion Rights for Once

Fears of conservative Supreme Court restricting reproductive rights put to rest temporarily by unanimous decision rejecting bid to restrict abortion medication.

Morning Docket: 08.15.24

The Roberts Court threatens established rights and regulations, significantly impacting policy on abortion and environmental protections.

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.

The Powell Memo Helped Create Project 2025

Lewis Powell was perceived as a moderate Supreme Court Justice, but his moderation did not extend to economic matters impacting big business.

French: What happened to the originalism of the Supreme Court originalists?

The Supreme Court's recent decisions on presidential immunity are difficult to reconcile with the constitutional text, leading to confusion and questions about potential biases or motivations.
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Judge won't dismiss manslaughter case against two Torrance police officers

Judge rejects dismissal of manslaughter charges against two police officers for the fatal shooting of a Black man in Torrance.
This case exemplifies the scrutiny of police accountability and the legal examination of their use of lethal force.

NYC continues to offer endless chances for violent law-breakers

The release of Tammie Moore despite a history of prior arrests questions the accountability of the New York justice system.

Stormy' Reveals the Flawed Feminist Icon Looming Over Trump's Trial

Judicial decisions coincide with documentary premiere
Filmmakers Erin Lee Carr and Sarah Gibson focus on women affected by legal system

He Said He Was Ashamed of Storming the Capitol. Now He's Running for Office.

Elias Irizarry reflects on his Capitol breach, faces questions of reproach or redemption.

Attorney General Letitia James pledges to protect bodily autonomy rights

The U.S. Supreme Court's decision upholding access to mifepristone is a significant victory for reproductive rights, guided by science.
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