Moment UN judge who forced woman to work as slave claims immunity' to policeA United Nations judge was convicted for human trafficking and forced labor, showcasing abuse of power within legal ranks.
Mistrial declared in murder case of O.C. judge who shot wifeA jury deadlocked on murder charges against Jeffrey Ferguson, a judge who shot his wife during an alcohol-fueled argument.
Judge Caught On Camera Confessing, 'I Killed Her. Ladies And Gentlemen Of The Jury, Convict My Ass. I Did It.' - Above the LawCalifornia judge arrested for wife's murder amid domestic dispute.Judge Ferguson expressed immediate guilt and remorse after the shooting.
California judge tells jury that he accidentally fired the gunshot that killed his wifeJudge Jeffrey Ferguson claims he accidentally shot his wife; alcohol and a heated argument preceded the incident, raising serious legal repercussions.
Jury announces impasse in trial of California judge accused of murdering his wife, but deliberations will continue TuesdayThe jury is deadlocked on whether Judge Ferguson is guilty of second-degree murder or lesser charges after deliberating for days.
Judge texted bailiff, clerk that he can't be in court next day because 'I just shot my wife,' jurors are toldA California judge, Jeffrey Ferguson, admitted to shooting his wife via text and in police statements, highlighting the case's troubling evidence.
'Convict me': Heart-wrenching opening in trial of O.C. judge who fatally shot his wifeJeffrey Ferguson, a former judge, shot his wife and is on trial for murder, claiming the act was accidental.
Mistrial declared in murder case of O.C. judge who shot wifeA jury deadlocked on murder charges against Jeffrey Ferguson, a judge who shot his wife during an alcohol-fueled argument.
Judge Caught On Camera Confessing, 'I Killed Her. Ladies And Gentlemen Of The Jury, Convict My Ass. I Did It.' - Above the LawCalifornia judge arrested for wife's murder amid domestic dispute.Judge Ferguson expressed immediate guilt and remorse after the shooting.
California judge tells jury that he accidentally fired the gunshot that killed his wifeJudge Jeffrey Ferguson claims he accidentally shot his wife; alcohol and a heated argument preceded the incident, raising serious legal repercussions.
Jury announces impasse in trial of California judge accused of murdering his wife, but deliberations will continue TuesdayThe jury is deadlocked on whether Judge Ferguson is guilty of second-degree murder or lesser charges after deliberating for days.
Judge texted bailiff, clerk that he can't be in court next day because 'I just shot my wife,' jurors are toldA California judge, Jeffrey Ferguson, admitted to shooting his wife via text and in police statements, highlighting the case's troubling evidence.
'Convict me': Heart-wrenching opening in trial of O.C. judge who fatally shot his wifeJeffrey Ferguson, a former judge, shot his wife and is on trial for murder, claiming the act was accidental.
European leaders pledge to back Ukraine. And, takeaways from the OscarsEuropean leaders reaffirmed support for Ukraine amid contrasting stances from U.S. leadership.Concerns over judicial conduct reporting highlight a troubling culture of fear in federal courts.
Latest DOJ Hire 'Famous' For Hanging Up Hitler Portrait - Above the LawThe DOJ's appointment of former judge Vance Day raises serious concerns due to his controversial past and questionable behavior.
Representative Andy Ogles Is Beefing with Federal Judge Who Restored Health SitesRep. Andy Ogles is accused of misrepresenting facts while challenging a judge's order to restore crucial health information on gender-affirming care.
Ex-DA Pamela Price Rebuked, As Judge Throws Out Sentence Enhancements She Allegedly Filed as RetaliationPamela Price's office misused sentencing enhancements, leading to a judge dismissing one tied to alleged political extortion.
Judge who tore apart Trump's 'ridiculous' trans military ban accused of 'misconduct'Judge Ana Reyes challenges Trump's trans military ban, citing inaccuracies and implications on military readiness.
Judge admonished for 'undignified' behavior, including gestures mimicking pumping of breast milkJudge Julian W. Bailey was publicly admonished for undignified behavior including inappropriate gestures and comments towards attorneys in his courtroom.
Judge Takes Overly Aggressive Stance On School Board Issue, Gets Admonished For His EffortsJudge Bertoli's attempts to block the renaming of his high school resulted in a public admonishment for compromising his judicial responsibility.
L.A. County judge accused of prying into offices, papers and computers of fellow judgesA judge was admonished for improperly accessing the private chambers of colleagues.
Judge admonished for 'undignified' behavior, including gestures mimicking pumping of breast milkJudge Julian W. Bailey was publicly admonished for undignified behavior including inappropriate gestures and comments towards attorneys in his courtroom.
Judge Takes Overly Aggressive Stance On School Board Issue, Gets Admonished For His EffortsJudge Bertoli's attempts to block the renaming of his high school resulted in a public admonishment for compromising his judicial responsibility.
L.A. County judge accused of prying into offices, papers and computers of fellow judgesA judge was admonished for improperly accessing the private chambers of colleagues.
Trial begins for California judge accused of murdering his wifeJudge Jeffrey Ferguson admitted to fatally shooting his wife and expressed regret, facing charges of first-degree murder.
Infamous stop-and-frisk judge Shira Scheindlin overstepped her bounds in legal saga with the Ramones, ex-manager claimsJudge Scheindlin's actions in the Ramones case are questioned for overstepping her jurisdiction and showing improper behavior.
Atlanta Judge Removed From Office Following ArrestGeorgia's Supreme Court takes judicial misconduct seriously.
Federal Judge Given Slap On Wrist After Handcuffing Innocent, Crying ChildFederal judges cannot forcibly handcuff children in courtrooms, and there were no consequences for this atrocious behavior.
Courthouse Scandal Gets Even Wilder As Prosecutors Accused Of Trying To Manipulate Judge AssignmentsFederal Judge Joshua Kindred resigned following serious allegations of sexual misconduct and conflicts of interest, raising significant concerns about judicial integrity.
Judge Who Threatened to Shoot Black Teens Should Be Removed, Panel SaysNew York state judge facing removal for racially offensive remarks and bias towards police.
California judge admonished for rifling through offices of fellow jurists after hoursJudge Daviann L. Mitchell was publicly admonished for unauthorized access to colleagues' chambers, violating judicial trust and integrity.
Morning Docket: 08.06.24Judges misusing power, Google legal matters, importance of fair questioning for minors, Navajo Nation legal actions.
Atlanta Judge Removed From Office Following ArrestGeorgia's Supreme Court takes judicial misconduct seriously.
Federal Judge Given Slap On Wrist After Handcuffing Innocent, Crying ChildFederal judges cannot forcibly handcuff children in courtrooms, and there were no consequences for this atrocious behavior.
Courthouse Scandal Gets Even Wilder As Prosecutors Accused Of Trying To Manipulate Judge AssignmentsFederal Judge Joshua Kindred resigned following serious allegations of sexual misconduct and conflicts of interest, raising significant concerns about judicial integrity.
Judge Who Threatened to Shoot Black Teens Should Be Removed, Panel SaysNew York state judge facing removal for racially offensive remarks and bias towards police.
California judge admonished for rifling through offices of fellow jurists after hoursJudge Daviann L. Mitchell was publicly admonished for unauthorized access to colleagues' chambers, violating judicial trust and integrity.
Morning Docket: 08.06.24Judges misusing power, Google legal matters, importance of fair questioning for minors, Navajo Nation legal actions.
Slain Judge Accused Of 'Running A Brothel Out Of That Courtroom'The murder of Judge Mullins by Sheriff Stines has deep ties to alleged judicial misconduct and a civil case regarding extortion in Mullins' courtroom.
Former Judge Gets Combative When Pressed On His Romantic RelationshipFormer bankruptcy judge David R. Jones resigned amid an ethical scandal involving a romantic relationship and a $23 million lawsuit, raising serious legal concerns.
Slain Judge Accused Of 'Running A Brothel Out Of That Courtroom'The murder of Judge Mullins by Sheriff Stines has deep ties to alleged judicial misconduct and a civil case regarding extortion in Mullins' courtroom.
Former Judge Gets Combative When Pressed On His Romantic RelationshipFormer bankruptcy judge David R. Jones resigned amid an ethical scandal involving a romantic relationship and a $23 million lawsuit, raising serious legal concerns.
Disgraced ex-judge allegedly threatened to burn down NY polling place on Election DayA former judge was arrested for threatening a polling place after being denied the right to vote due to not re-registering.Disgraced ex-judge Paul Lamson displayed violent behavior when turned away from voting. He previously served prison time for bribery.
Okay, Judges Really Need To Stop Putting Innocent Kids In HandcuffsA Detroit judge controversially handcuffed an innocent student during a field trip as a misguided disciplinary tactic, reminiscent of discredited 'Scared Straight' programs.
Decades-old conviction of NFL lineman's father Jeffrey Koonce vacated by Westchester County DAJeffrey Koonce's 1983 armed robbery conviction was vacated due to misconduct by detectives during the investigation.
Assistant pleads guilty to embezzling more than $50K from criminal court judgeA former judicial assistant embezzled over $60,000 from a judge, resulting in a plea of guilty and a restitution agreement.
Disgraced ex-judge allegedly threatened to burn down NY polling place on Election DayA former judge was arrested for threatening a polling place after being denied the right to vote due to not re-registering.Disgraced ex-judge Paul Lamson displayed violent behavior when turned away from voting. He previously served prison time for bribery.
Okay, Judges Really Need To Stop Putting Innocent Kids In HandcuffsA Detroit judge controversially handcuffed an innocent student during a field trip as a misguided disciplinary tactic, reminiscent of discredited 'Scared Straight' programs.
Decades-old conviction of NFL lineman's father Jeffrey Koonce vacated by Westchester County DAJeffrey Koonce's 1983 armed robbery conviction was vacated due to misconduct by detectives during the investigation.
Assistant pleads guilty to embezzling more than $50K from criminal court judgeA former judicial assistant embezzled over $60,000 from a judge, resulting in a plea of guilty and a restitution agreement.
Biden Commutes Scumbag Former Judge's SentenceClemency for former judge Conahan raises concerns about releasing criminals under blanket pardons, upsetting victims and their families.
Think Hunter's pardon is bad? President Biden's 'merit' mercies are even worseBiden's pardons illustrate a misuse of the clemency power, intended for individual cases, not for broad policy decisions.
Biden Commutes Scumbag Former Judge's SentenceClemency for former judge Conahan raises concerns about releasing criminals under blanket pardons, upsetting victims and their families.
Think Hunter's pardon is bad? President Biden's 'merit' mercies are even worseBiden's pardons illustrate a misuse of the clemency power, intended for individual cases, not for broad policy decisions.
Lawyers Who Do LunchThe judicial system's integrity is challenged as judges criticize each other and public confidence is at risk.Diversity efforts in elite law schools face setbacks, with notable declines in Black student enrollment.
Morning Docket: 12.18.24Judicial misconduct undermines public trust, as seen in the case involving a federal judge and Supreme Court justices.Significant drop in Black enrollment at Harvard Law raises alarms about diversity in law schools.Concerns over legal integrity are heightened by the Fifth Circuit's endorsement of a suspect conviction process.
Grieving Mother Breaks Down, Condemns Biden For Commuting Sentence of Disgraced Kids for Cash' JudgeSandy Fonzo condemned Biden's commutation of judge Michael Conahan, since her son Ed died by suicide after being wrongfully sentenced in the Kids for Cash scandal.
Judge Says Former ByteDance Executive Lied in Suit Against CompanyA federal judge ruled that former ByteDance executive Yintao Yu engaged in misconduct and fabricated evidence in his wrongful dismissal case against the company.
Back When We Had Ethics Codes For High Court JusticesJudicial misconduct has historical roots, showing that concerns over ethics are not new in the legal profession.
Judge is accused of using racial slur, vulgar terms and 'libtard' label for employee offended by his commentsOhio judge accused of using racial slurs, vulgar terms, and creating a hostile work environment, leading to an ethics complaint.
Judge suspended without pay after indictment for alleged fake layoffsJudge Steven Stambaugh has been suspended without pay following his indictment for allegedly orchestrating fraudulent unemployment claims for his employees during the pandemic.
California judge, accused of killing wife, is in jail and drawing $220,000 salaryJudge Ferguson, charged with murder, retains his salary despite being jailed due to California laws regarding judicial status and compensation.
As a judge he sentenced a sexual predator to probation. Now he's indicted on sexual battery chargesFresno County Superior Court Judge Adolfo Corona faces serious charges after previously giving a no-jail sentence to an abuser of a minor.
Sam Bankman-Fried appeals conviction, criticizes judge's 'unbalanced' decisions | TechCrunchSam Bankman-Fried's lawyers are seeking a new trial alleging judicial bias and misconduct in his previous trial.
I'm a new racist': Michigan judge suspended after insulting gay, Black people on recordingsA judge in suburban Detroit has been suspended following leaked recordings of her making racist and anti-gay comments.
This Michigan judge used antigay and racist slurs in disturbing recordingsA Michigan judge was suspended after disturbing recordings revealed her use of homophobic slurs and racist remarks.
I'm a new racist': Michigan judge suspended after insulting gay, Black people on recordingsA judge in suburban Detroit has been suspended following leaked recordings of her making racist and anti-gay comments.
This Michigan judge used antigay and racist slurs in disturbing recordingsA Michigan judge was suspended after disturbing recordings revealed her use of homophobic slurs and racist remarks.
Judge must take training after banning law clerk from courthouse and threatening jail timeJudge Peggy Chiampas must undergo training after threatening a law clerk with jail time and banning him from the courthouse over cellphone use.
Teen's family sues judge who ordered her to be handcuffed after she fell asleepJudge Kenneth J. King is being sued for detaining and humiliating a 15-year-old girl after she fell asleep during a courtroom visit.
Detroit judge sued after putting teen in handcuffs, jail clothes during field tripTeenage girl sues judge for humiliation after being forced into jail clothing during a field trip to court.
Teen's family sues judge who ordered her to be handcuffed after she fell asleepJudge Kenneth J. King is being sued for detaining and humiliating a 15-year-old girl after she fell asleep during a courtroom visit.
Detroit judge sued after putting teen in handcuffs, jail clothes during field tripTeenage girl sues judge for humiliation after being forced into jail clothing during a field trip to court.
Exclusive | Notoriously lefty NYC judge finds bullet holes in pad's bedroom - but didn't bother to call the copsJudge Morales found bullet holes in her apartment, leading to the arrest of her neighbor John Moore for possession of numerous weapons.
After Trump-Appointed Judge Resigned In Disgrace, 40+ Cases Potentially ImpactedThe scandal involving Judge Joshua Kindred highlights potential conflicts of interest, sexual misconduct, and an environment of hostility within the District of Alaska court.
Meet the lawyer who's trying to flag judges who harass their clerksAliza Shatzman created the Legal Accountability Project to collect stories from law clerks to warn students about hostile judge situations.
Judge Removed After Trying To Beat Prosecutors At Their Own Job, Etc.Commission on Judicial Performance in California removes Judge Tony R. Mallery for multiple counts of misconduct.
Fist-Fighting, Cop-Pushing Judge Gets Let Off Hook EasyNew York judge facing censure after engaging in a street brawl with neighbors and involving in matters with an attorney.
Suspended judge's bond revoked after she tests positive for cocaineBond for a suspended judge was revoked after testing positive for cocaine.Judge faces charges of coercing a witness and harassment, along with previous reprimands.
There's A New Judge On The YSL RICO CaseThe replacement for Judge Glanville has been revealed, and Judge Glanville will not face immediate consequences for alleged judicial misconduct.
Alaska federal judge resigns after investigators say he created a hostile workplaceJudge Kindred resigned due to creating a hostile work environment and engaging in inappropriate behavior, leading to potential impeachment proceedings.
Atlanta's favorite reality show, the Young Thug trial, indefinitely haltedThe criminal case against Young Thug, accused of leading a murderous street gang, faces numerous dramatic setbacks and delays, raising questions about the trial's duration and fairness.