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In Retrial, Man Convicted of Murder of Transgender Woman

Rasheen Everett was found guilty for the 2010 murder of Amanda Gonzalez-Andujar after a retrial followed by an overturned conviction.

After Clemency Denial, Execution Moves Ahead in Shaken Baby Case

Robert Roberson's execution raises critical questions regarding the validity of shaken baby syndrome in his conviction and its implications in the justice system.

The case became a witch hunt': how killer nurse' Daniela Poggiali fought to clear her name

The conviction of nurse Daniela Poggiali underscores serious concerns regarding the judicial reliability in cases involving alleged healthcare serial killers.

US: Man in Missouri executed despite conviction doubts DW 09/25/2024

Questions remain about the integrity of Marcellus Williams' conviction despite his execution.

The dice is loaded': the fight to clear Oliver Campbell's name after 34 years

Oliver Campbell, after 34 years, was finally exonerated due to fresh evidence regarding the reliability of his confession.

Richmond murderer escaped mental health center, eluded police for a month

Villalobos escaped mental health rehab after serving time for a brutal murder, prompting renewed legal efforts to confine him again.

In Retrial, Man Convicted of Murder of Transgender Woman

Rasheen Everett was found guilty for the 2010 murder of Amanda Gonzalez-Andujar after a retrial followed by an overturned conviction.

After Clemency Denial, Execution Moves Ahead in Shaken Baby Case

Robert Roberson's execution raises critical questions regarding the validity of shaken baby syndrome in his conviction and its implications in the justice system.

The case became a witch hunt': how killer nurse' Daniela Poggiali fought to clear her name

The conviction of nurse Daniela Poggiali underscores serious concerns regarding the judicial reliability in cases involving alleged healthcare serial killers.

US: Man in Missouri executed despite conviction doubts DW 09/25/2024

Questions remain about the integrity of Marcellus Williams' conviction despite his execution.

The dice is loaded': the fight to clear Oliver Campbell's name after 34 years

Oliver Campbell, after 34 years, was finally exonerated due to fresh evidence regarding the reliability of his confession.

Richmond murderer escaped mental health center, eluded police for a month

Villalobos escaped mental health rehab after serving time for a brutal murder, prompting renewed legal efforts to confine him again.
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#crime

Man Gets Life Without Parole in Kidnapping and Murder of Memphis Teacher

Cleotha Abston was sentenced to life without parole after pleading guilty, avoiding a death penalty trial, supported by the victim's family.

Flushing sex trafficking ring exposed, manager and enforcer convicted of brutal crimes: Feds - QNS

Two men were convicted in a federal sex trafficking and prostitution ring in Flushing, facing severe prison sentences.

Manhattan stabbing spree: More grim details of rampage emerge as suspected killer arraigned on first-degree murder | amNewYork

Ramon Rivera faces first-degree murder charges after a bloody stabbing spree in Manhattan, resulting in three fatalities.

One man gets 24 years, another 6 years in Antioch dice game homicide

Two men involved in a fatal shooting during a dice game received significantly different sentences, highlighting inequalities in legal repercussions.
Alfonzo Blake was sentenced for manslaughter, while Omari Anderson received a reduced sentence for assault.

Mentally Ill Man Accused In BART-Shoving Death Had Cycled In and Out of Criminal Justice System For Two Decades

The case of Trevor Belmont exemplifies systemic failures in mental health care as linked with violent incidents involving homeless individuals.

Once charged with murder for telling her pimp to hop on' Oakland homicide victim, Arizona woman avoids more jail through plea deal

A woman avoided jail time after pleading no contest in a fatal shooting case involving her pimp, highlighting issues in sex work and trafficking.

Man Gets Life Without Parole in Kidnapping and Murder of Memphis Teacher

Cleotha Abston was sentenced to life without parole after pleading guilty, avoiding a death penalty trial, supported by the victim's family.

Flushing sex trafficking ring exposed, manager and enforcer convicted of brutal crimes: Feds - QNS

Two men were convicted in a federal sex trafficking and prostitution ring in Flushing, facing severe prison sentences.

Manhattan stabbing spree: More grim details of rampage emerge as suspected killer arraigned on first-degree murder | amNewYork

Ramon Rivera faces first-degree murder charges after a bloody stabbing spree in Manhattan, resulting in three fatalities.

One man gets 24 years, another 6 years in Antioch dice game homicide

Two men involved in a fatal shooting during a dice game received significantly different sentences, highlighting inequalities in legal repercussions.
Alfonzo Blake was sentenced for manslaughter, while Omari Anderson received a reduced sentence for assault.

Mentally Ill Man Accused In BART-Shoving Death Had Cycled In and Out of Criminal Justice System For Two Decades

The case of Trevor Belmont exemplifies systemic failures in mental health care as linked with violent incidents involving homeless individuals.

Once charged with murder for telling her pimp to hop on' Oakland homicide victim, Arizona woman avoids more jail through plea deal

A woman avoided jail time after pleading no contest in a fatal shooting case involving her pimp, highlighting issues in sex work and trafficking.
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Briton, 18, facing 20 year Dubai jail sentence over holiday romance with 17-year-old

A British teen faces severe legal consequences in Dubai for a romance that is legal in the UK, reflecting cultural and legal variances.

Coercion charges dismissed against anti-Israel protester who ordered Zionists' to get out of subway car | amNewYork

Charges against Anas Saleh for coercion were dismissed due to insufficient evidence, but he still faces trial for disorderly conduct.
#domestic-violence

The missed warning sign as it emerges Harshita Brella was under a protection order

The Independent highlights the need for robust journalism to address social issues like domestic violence and the consequences of legal shortcomings in protection orders.

Sadistic' roofer who murdered his pregnant girlfriend in east London with scissors has sentence reduced

A roofer reduced his life sentence for brutally murdering his pregnant girlfriend, demonstrating issues within the judicial system regarding domestic violence cases.

Partner violence is often deadly in Germany DW 11/08/2024

In 2023, 155 women in Germany were killed by partners, highlighting a critical issue of femicide and inadequate legal protections.

This dad beat up his 2-year-old son for acting "gay." He's going away for a long time. - LGBTQ Nation

A Texas father was sentenced to six years for violently abusing his toddler son over fears of his son's sexual orientation.

The missed warning sign as it emerges Harshita Brella was under a protection order

The Independent highlights the need for robust journalism to address social issues like domestic violence and the consequences of legal shortcomings in protection orders.

Sadistic' roofer who murdered his pregnant girlfriend in east London with scissors has sentence reduced

A roofer reduced his life sentence for brutally murdering his pregnant girlfriend, demonstrating issues within the judicial system regarding domestic violence cases.

Partner violence is often deadly in Germany DW 11/08/2024

In 2023, 155 women in Germany were killed by partners, highlighting a critical issue of femicide and inadequate legal protections.

This dad beat up his 2-year-old son for acting "gay." He's going away for a long time. - LGBTQ Nation

A Texas father was sentenced to six years for violently abusing his toddler son over fears of his son's sexual orientation.
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#court-proceedings

Woman accused of Bay Area cop's death declared mentally incompetent

Serena CJ Rodriguez is ruled mentally incompetent to stand trial for the DUI-related death of Officer Bowen, with proceedings suspended.

Nurse pleads guilty to having indecent images of children

Cameron Reid pleaded guilty to multiple charges involving indecent images of children and is currently suspended from his nursing position.

Woman accused of Bay Area cop's death declared mentally incompetent

Serena CJ Rodriguez is ruled mentally incompetent to stand trial for the DUI-related death of Officer Bowen, with proceedings suspended.

Nurse pleads guilty to having indecent images of children

Cameron Reid pleaded guilty to multiple charges involving indecent images of children and is currently suspended from his nursing position.
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Accused LI perv - cut loose because of bail reform - had thousands of sexual images and videos of infants, kids: DA

New York's bail reform laws allow accused child abusers like Richard L. Wolffe to avoid bail, even with serious allegations.
#politics

Who's Having Lunch With Clarence Thomas?

The Supreme Court's conservative justices influence legal outcomes significantly, with shifting interpretations benefiting political allies.

Man who threatened to kill a Labour MP spared jail

A man threatened Labour MP Rupa Huq with racist voicemails but received a suspended sentence, highlighting concerns over targeted harassment of public figures.

Who's Having Lunch With Clarence Thomas?

The Supreme Court's conservative justices influence legal outcomes significantly, with shifting interpretations benefiting political allies.

Man who threatened to kill a Labour MP spared jail

A man threatened Labour MP Rupa Huq with racist voicemails but received a suspended sentence, highlighting concerns over targeted harassment of public figures.
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#brooklyn

Man Convicted in 1989 Murder of Yusuf Hawkins to Present New Evidence

A man convicted of a racially charged murder case in 1989 now seeks exoneration after 35 years in prison, claiming he was wrongfully convicted.

Brooklyn man sentenced to 10 Years for shooting at Uber Eats driver in random drive-by incident * Brooklyn Paper

A Brooklyn man was sentenced to 10 years for attempting to murder an Uber Eats driver in a drive-by shooting incident.

Man Convicted in 1989 Murder of Yusuf Hawkins to Present New Evidence

A man convicted of a racially charged murder case in 1989 now seeks exoneration after 35 years in prison, claiming he was wrongfully convicted.

Brooklyn man sentenced to 10 Years for shooting at Uber Eats driver in random drive-by incident * Brooklyn Paper

A Brooklyn man was sentenced to 10 years for attempting to murder an Uber Eats driver in a drive-by shooting incident.
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#justice

Man's murder conviction overturned after 33 years

Oliver Campbell, wrongfully convicted of murder for 33 years, has had his conviction overturned, allowing him to live as an innocent man.

Capture the Courts

The article underscores the troubling shift towards political influence in justice systems, leading to public disillusionment and the erosion of trust in legal institutions.

Sexual assault victim speaks out after attacker gets 5k from Aldi for unfair dismissal

The WRC's payout to the assailant has left the victim feeling further victimized after her traumatic experience.

OPINION: Welcoming the stranger: Upholding our values on immigration

Deporting individuals based on appearance undermines fairness and the principles of justice.

EXCLUSIVE: Judge offers plea deal against DA's wishes, 8 years after cyclist killed in SF

The father of a cyclist killed in a hit-and-run is frustrated over a potential plea deal that he feels denies true justice.

Man's murder conviction overturned after 33 years

Oliver Campbell, wrongfully convicted of murder for 33 years, has had his conviction overturned, allowing him to live as an innocent man.

Capture the Courts

The article underscores the troubling shift towards political influence in justice systems, leading to public disillusionment and the erosion of trust in legal institutions.

Sexual assault victim speaks out after attacker gets 5k from Aldi for unfair dismissal

The WRC's payout to the assailant has left the victim feeling further victimized after her traumatic experience.

OPINION: Welcoming the stranger: Upholding our values on immigration

Deporting individuals based on appearance undermines fairness and the principles of justice.

EXCLUSIVE: Judge offers plea deal against DA's wishes, 8 years after cyclist killed in SF

The father of a cyclist killed in a hit-and-run is frustrated over a potential plea deal that he feels denies true justice.
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#death-penalty

Inside Marcellus Williams's Tragic Execution Despite Questions Over Evidence. Was He Innocent?

Marcellus Williams expresses deep familial love and concern even as he faces execution, highlighting systemic racial injustices in capital punishment.

How Committed Is the Supreme Court to Executing Innocent People?

The Supreme Court faces a moral dilemma over executing potentially innocent defendants despite objections from state officials.
Both Marcellus Williams and Richard Glossip cases highlight flaws in the capital punishment system.

Japanese man who spent 46 years on death row cleared of murders

Iwao Hakamada's acquittal after nearly 50 years on death row raises critical issues about wrongful convictions and the ethics of the death penalty in Japan.

Missouri executes Marcellus Williams despite prosecutors' push to overturn conviction

Missouri executed Marcellus Williams despite widespread objections and claims of innocence, highlighting failures in the justice system.

World's longest-serving death row inmate acquitted in Japanese retrial

Hakamada's acquittal after 45 years on death row underscores systemic issues in Japan's legal framework and challenges surrounding the death penalty.

Richard Glossip Has Never Had A Fair Trial

The US Supreme Court is addressing alleged prosecutorial misconduct in the Richard Glossip case, which raises concerns about justice and fairness in the legal system.

Inside Marcellus Williams's Tragic Execution Despite Questions Over Evidence. Was He Innocent?

Marcellus Williams expresses deep familial love and concern even as he faces execution, highlighting systemic racial injustices in capital punishment.

How Committed Is the Supreme Court to Executing Innocent People?

The Supreme Court faces a moral dilemma over executing potentially innocent defendants despite objections from state officials.
Both Marcellus Williams and Richard Glossip cases highlight flaws in the capital punishment system.

Japanese man who spent 46 years on death row cleared of murders

Iwao Hakamada's acquittal after nearly 50 years on death row raises critical issues about wrongful convictions and the ethics of the death penalty in Japan.

Missouri executes Marcellus Williams despite prosecutors' push to overturn conviction

Missouri executed Marcellus Williams despite widespread objections and claims of innocence, highlighting failures in the justice system.

World's longest-serving death row inmate acquitted in Japanese retrial

Hakamada's acquittal after 45 years on death row underscores systemic issues in Japan's legal framework and challenges surrounding the death penalty.

Richard Glossip Has Never Had A Fair Trial

The US Supreme Court is addressing alleged prosecutorial misconduct in the Richard Glossip case, which raises concerns about justice and fairness in the legal system.
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Saoirse Hanley: Gen Z needs to use their vote that generations fought so hard for, particularly given their recent impact

Jury service is an important civic duty that should be embraced, not evaded.

Panel Takes Steps Toward Regulating AI-Generated Evidence in Courtrooms | PYMNTS.com

The U.S. judicial panel is taking steps to regulate AI-generated evidence amid growing concerns about its implications in legal proceedings.
#youth-crime

2 girls accused in death of homeless Toronto man choose trial by judge alone | CBC News

Two girls accused of attacking a homeless man chose a judge-only trial instead of a jury, amidst broader legal issues involving youth crime.

Boy jailed for Christmas Eve laughing gas killing

A 17-year-old boy was sentenced to six-and-a-half years for manslaughter after killing Kacey Clarke during a nitrous oxide-fueled argument.

2 girls accused in death of homeless Toronto man choose trial by judge alone | CBC News

Two girls accused of attacking a homeless man chose a judge-only trial instead of a jury, amidst broader legal issues involving youth crime.

Boy jailed for Christmas Eve laughing gas killing

A 17-year-old boy was sentenced to six-and-a-half years for manslaughter after killing Kacey Clarke during a nitrous oxide-fueled argument.
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So What Happens With All the Cases Against Trump Now?

Trump's strategic political gambit has effectively nullified his criminal cases, ensuring he won't face trials or prison time.
#prison-reform

Ex-actor freed from prison under early-release plan actively evading arrest'

The release of inmates under overcrowding schemes poses risks as evidenced by Jason Hoganson's immediate reoffending after his release.

NAACP Lobbies for Release of Man Who's Already Supposed to Be Out of Santa Clara Jail

Carlos Harris' release from jail is delayed due to bureaucratic red tape despite a judge's order for his release.

Women in Canadian Prisons Are Routinely Separated from Their Newborns | The Walrus

Incarcerated mothers face alarming policies that threaten family integrity by separating newborns at birth, raising serious equity and legal concerns.

Ex-actor freed from prison under early-release plan actively evading arrest'

The release of inmates under overcrowding schemes poses risks as evidenced by Jason Hoganson's immediate reoffending after his release.

NAACP Lobbies for Release of Man Who's Already Supposed to Be Out of Santa Clara Jail

Carlos Harris' release from jail is delayed due to bureaucratic red tape despite a judge's order for his release.

Women in Canadian Prisons Are Routinely Separated from Their Newborns | The Walrus

Incarcerated mothers face alarming policies that threaten family integrity by separating newborns at birth, raising serious equity and legal concerns.
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#menendez-brothers

Menendez brothers' freedom bid points to shifting attitudes on sex abuse

New evidence is prompting calls for leniency for the Menendez brothers, reflecting changing attitudes towards male sexual abuse victims since their original conviction.

Menendez brothers' relatives urge district attorney to release them

The Menendez brothers' case highlights the evolving understanding of abuse and PTSD, prompting calls for their release and a reassessment of their sentences.

True crime's popularity brings real change for defendants and society. It's not all good

True crime entertainment has revived interest in the Menendez brothers' case, leading to a potential resentencing.

Two Netflix Menendez Projects, One Incomplete Story

The documentary portrays the Menendez brothers as victims of abuse, arguing for a manslaughter conviction instead of first-degree murder.

Looking to understand the Menendez brothers' case? Here are the key points

The Menendez brothers, convicted for murdering their parents, may receive new sentences based on recently discovered evidence of their past abuse.

Menendez brothers' freedom bid points to shifting attitudes on sex abuse

New evidence is prompting calls for leniency for the Menendez brothers, reflecting changing attitudes towards male sexual abuse victims since their original conviction.

Menendez brothers' relatives urge district attorney to release them

The Menendez brothers' case highlights the evolving understanding of abuse and PTSD, prompting calls for their release and a reassessment of their sentences.

True crime's popularity brings real change for defendants and society. It's not all good

True crime entertainment has revived interest in the Menendez brothers' case, leading to a potential resentencing.

Two Netflix Menendez Projects, One Incomplete Story

The documentary portrays the Menendez brothers as victims of abuse, arguing for a manslaughter conviction instead of first-degree murder.

Looking to understand the Menendez brothers' case? Here are the key points

The Menendez brothers, convicted for murdering their parents, may receive new sentences based on recently discovered evidence of their past abuse.
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#mental-health

Former Santa Cruz County woman found insane after killing daughter requests return to in-patient care

Veva Virgil, found insane after murdering her daughter, seeks return to psychiatric care after facing issues in outpatient treatment.

Man accused of sucker-punching senior on Upper West Side undergoing psychiatric evaluation | amNewYork

Hansel Esparragoza's arraignment for assaulting a senior has been delayed due to a pending mental health evaluation.

Former Santa Cruz County woman found insane after killing daughter requests return to in-patient care

Veva Virgil, found insane after murdering her daughter, seeks return to psychiatric care after facing issues in outpatient treatment.

Man accused of sucker-punching senior on Upper West Side undergoing psychiatric evaluation | amNewYork

Hansel Esparragoza's arraignment for assaulting a senior has been delayed due to a pending mental health evaluation.
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#russia

Poland Reportedly Arrests Former Lawyer Of Late Russian Oligarch Berezovsky

Russia imposes harsh sentences for anti-war statements, with one individual receiving six years for expressing dissent online.
The crackdown on dissent has intensified since the Ukraine invasion began.

Georgia's Ruling Party Reviving Bid To Impeach Pro-Western President

U.S. citizen faces seven years in prison in Russia for alleged mercenary activities in Ukraine.

Frenchman handed three years in Russian jail for collecting military information

Laurent Vinatier's admission of guilt and request for clemency could influence his sentencing during a politically charged trial in Russia.

Russian Strikes Cut Power In Ukraine's Sumy Region

A Russian man was sentenced to eight years for the racially motivated murder of a foreign student.

Russia hit Google with a fine so big it defies comprehension, exposing a legal system adrift

A Russian court fined Google $20.6 decillion for YouTube account bans, symbolizing a legal system focused on symbolic punishment rather than enforceable penalties.

Poland Reportedly Arrests Former Lawyer Of Late Russian Oligarch Berezovsky

Russia imposes harsh sentences for anti-war statements, with one individual receiving six years for expressing dissent online.
The crackdown on dissent has intensified since the Ukraine invasion began.

Georgia's Ruling Party Reviving Bid To Impeach Pro-Western President

U.S. citizen faces seven years in prison in Russia for alleged mercenary activities in Ukraine.

Frenchman handed three years in Russian jail for collecting military information

Laurent Vinatier's admission of guilt and request for clemency could influence his sentencing during a politically charged trial in Russia.

Russian Strikes Cut Power In Ukraine's Sumy Region

A Russian man was sentenced to eight years for the racially motivated murder of a foreign student.

Russia hit Google with a fine so big it defies comprehension, exposing a legal system adrift

A Russian court fined Google $20.6 decillion for YouTube account bans, symbolizing a legal system focused on symbolic punishment rather than enforceable penalties.
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#plea-deal

Lauren Boebert's Son Gets Sweetheart Community Service Deal After Guilty Plea for Identity Theft, Car Burglaries

Tyler Boebert received a lenient plea deal for identity theft, avoiding prison time despite multiple felony charges.

Florida's convicted killer clown' released from prison

Sheila Keen-Warren was released from prison after pleading guilty to the 1990 murder of Marlene Warren, despite maintaining her innocence.

Lauren Boebert's Son Gets Sweetheart Community Service Deal After Guilty Plea for Identity Theft, Car Burglaries

Tyler Boebert received a lenient plea deal for identity theft, avoiding prison time despite multiple felony charges.

Florida's convicted killer clown' released from prison

Sheila Keen-Warren was released from prison after pleading guilty to the 1990 murder of Marlene Warren, despite maintaining her innocence.
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Tommy Robinson jailed for contempt of court

Tommy Robinson was sentenced to 18 months in jail for contempt of court due to repeated false claims against a Syrian refugee.
#murder

Video shows the moment a Kentucky judge was shot to death

A Kentucky sheriff shot and killed a judge after finding his daughter's number on the judge's phone, raising unexplained motives in a rare incident.

Police are searching for fugitive convicted of murdering transgender woman - LGBTQ Nation

A convicted murderer, Davonte Fore, has fled after being found guilty of the Michigan murder of transgender woman Skyler Gilmore.

Video shows the moment a Kentucky judge was shot to death

A Kentucky sheriff shot and killed a judge after finding his daughter's number on the judge's phone, raising unexplained motives in a rare incident.

Police are searching for fugitive convicted of murdering transgender woman - LGBTQ Nation

A convicted murderer, Davonte Fore, has fled after being found guilty of the Michigan murder of transgender woman Skyler Gilmore.
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What the history of blasphemy laws in the US and the fight for religious freedom can teach us today

79 countries enforce blasphemy laws, some imposing death penalties, while the U.S. has a complex history of blasphemy regulation and protection.

After winning in court, Alameda County DA throws out vehicular manslaughter case; defendant's man bun may have saved him

Prosecutors dismissed the case against Jose Perez due to insufficient evidence despite earlier claims of solid proof.

Opinion | The Defendants in France's Rape Trial Are Telling Us Something Horrifying

Gisele Pelicot's case has ignited a feminist movement in France, emphasizing the importance of consent and accountability in sexual relationships.

How Alarmed Should We Be If Trump Wins Again?

American billboards reveal a cultural preoccupation with health crises and legal battles, highlighting a belief in competition and blame.
#wrongful-conviction

Japan acquits world's longest-serving death row prisoner DW 09/26/2024

Iwao Hakamada was acquitted of murder after 50 years, revealing significant flaws in Japan's judicial system, including evidence fabrication and coerced confessions.

Man convicted in 'shaken baby syndrome' case released by judge. Similar convictions under review

Jose Olivares, wrongfully convicted of child assault, had his conviction vacated due to outdated medical testimony regarding shaken baby syndrome.

What We Know About Robert Robersonand the Appeals to His Upcoming Execution

Robert Roberson's execution raises questions about the validity of shaken baby syndrome as a basis for conviction.

Romford 'killer' denied appeal - despite star witness admitting he lied at trial

Witness admits giving false evidence against Mark 'Ozzy' Osborne, raising concerns about his wrongful conviction and the integrity of the justice system.

Japan acquits world's longest-serving death row prisoner DW 09/26/2024

Iwao Hakamada was acquitted of murder after 50 years, revealing significant flaws in Japan's judicial system, including evidence fabrication and coerced confessions.

Man convicted in 'shaken baby syndrome' case released by judge. Similar convictions under review

Jose Olivares, wrongfully convicted of child assault, had his conviction vacated due to outdated medical testimony regarding shaken baby syndrome.

What We Know About Robert Robersonand the Appeals to His Upcoming Execution

Robert Roberson's execution raises questions about the validity of shaken baby syndrome as a basis for conviction.

Romford 'killer' denied appeal - despite star witness admitting he lied at trial

Witness admits giving false evidence against Mark 'Ozzy' Osborne, raising concerns about his wrongful conviction and the integrity of the justice system.
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#sexual-violence

Shocking rape trial highlights the systematic struggles French sexual abuse victims face

The trial exposes the systemic challenges faced by sexual violence victims in France.

Sexual violence victims face misogynistic rape myths in court, report finds

The court process re-traumatizes sexual violence victims, exposing them to stigma and misconceptions while delaying justice often for years.

Feminists stage protest in France over 'shocking' mass rape case

Feminists protest in France to demand justice against systemic sexual violence revealed in high-profile trial involving Dominique Pélicot.

Shocking rape trial highlights the systematic struggles French sexual abuse victims face

The trial exposes the systemic challenges faced by sexual violence victims in France.

Sexual violence victims face misogynistic rape myths in court, report finds

The court process re-traumatizes sexual violence victims, exposing them to stigma and misconceptions while delaying justice often for years.

Feminists stage protest in France over 'shocking' mass rape case

Feminists protest in France to demand justice against systemic sexual violence revealed in high-profile trial involving Dominique Pélicot.
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#corporate-accountability

Federal Judges Push Back On Self-Importance Of CEOs

Federal courts are challenging the apex doctrine that shields CEOs from testifying, emphasizing accountability and relevance of information over status.

Activists say they have proof ministers tried to influence police over Israeli arms firm protests

The UK government is alleged to have influenced legal actions against activists targeting Israeli arms manufacturers.
Campaigners claim government interference erodes jurors' rights to acquit defendants based on conscience.

Federal Judges Push Back On Self-Importance Of CEOs

Federal courts are challenging the apex doctrine that shields CEOs from testifying, emphasizing accountability and relevance of information over status.

Activists say they have proof ministers tried to influence police over Israeli arms firm protests

The UK government is alleged to have influenced legal actions against activists targeting Israeli arms manufacturers.
Campaigners claim government interference erodes jurors' rights to acquit defendants based on conscience.
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Former San Jose Police Union Director Pleads Guilty to Smuggling Opioids | KQED

Segovia pleaded guilty to drug charges despite the absence of fentanyl in her packages; defense argues she is a victim of her addiction.

Oakland: Alleged gang member gets 40 months for gun possession; his jail calls help identify suspects in killing of 1-year-old boy

Ronnie Mitchell was sentenced to 40 months in prison for illegal firearm possession, with ties to investigations involving the shooting death of Jasper Wu.

Lawyers for McCann suspect seek acquittal in his German trial on unrelated sexual offense charges

Christian Brueckner's defense argues for acquittal due to lack of evidence in unrelated sexual offense charges amid his notoriety from the McCann investigation.

Mayor Adams makes seven judicial appointments | amNewYork

Mayor Eric Adams appointed seven judges to enhance New York's legal system, ensuring public safety and justice for all.
The appointments showcase a commitment to judicial integrity and the diverse expertise of the new judges.

Vietnam Court Sentences Former Government Accountant to Death for Embezzlement

Vietnam is intensifying its anti-corruption campaign, exemplified by the death sentence of a former official for embezzlement.
High-profile financial crime cases indicate a shift in governance and strict consequences for corruption in the country.

As a judge he sentenced a sexual predator to probation. Now he's indicted on sexual battery charges

Fresno County Superior Court Judge Adolfo Corona faces serious charges after previously giving a no-jail sentence to an abuser of a minor.

NYC jury awards $2.78M to au pair who was secretly filmed by creepy chicken mogul

The legal response to Michael Esposito's actions was criticized as insufficient, leaving the victim feeling anger and distress.

As President, Trump Demanded Investigations of Foes. He Often Got Them.

Trump sought to weaponize the justice system against his enemies, indicating a serious abuse of presidential power.

SF Jury Convicts Two for 2017 Murder of Photographer on Twin Peaks

Justice for the 2017 murder case has finally been served after delays, with both suspects convicted over seven years later.

Class-action lawsuit or consumer scam? $62M Google payout the latest outrage

Class-action lawsuits may protect consumers but often benefit lawyers disproportionately, creating costs and limiting product availability.

U.S. Imposes Fresh Sanctions On 12 Individuals Over Violent Repression In Iran

Austrian citizen Christian Weber has been released from detention in Iran, emphasizing complexities in Iran's judicial system.

Oliver Campbell: Man jailed in 1991 for murder of Hackney shopkeeper has conviction quashed

Oliver Campbell's murder conviction was quashed due to compelling new evidence, which revealed that his trial had been unsafe.

Man Charged with Plotting to Attack a Jewish Center in New York Was in Canada on a Student Visa

A Pakistani man, Muhammad Shahzeb Khan, entered Canada on a student visa and is accused of plotting a mass shooting in support of ISIS.

A Student's Wisdom Helped This Teacher Win $200,000

Diana Imbert-Hodges created a nonprofit to educate low-income students about the legal system, inspired by her teaching experiences in Harlem.

Two men in Zimbabwe face 14 years in jail over sodomy charges

LGBTQ+ individuals in Zimbabwe face imprisonment for consensual same-sex acts due to outdated colonial laws.

We can't lock up everyone we're cross with', says ex-justice secretary

Judges should prioritize keeping dangerous criminals behind bars rather than incarcerating everyone for minor offenses.
Custodial sentences in England and Wales have inflated over the years, necessitating a reevaluation of sentencing policies.
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