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Karen Read case: Judge denies requests for parents' phone records

Judge Cannone denied prosecutors' request for phone records, citing insufficient legal grounds.
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Kamala Harris' former colleagues highlight her past as a prosecutor

Kamala Harris is embracing her prosecutorial past at the Democratic National Convention, a shift from her 2020 campaign strategy.

How Kamala Harris can lose the cop's badge and still look tough | Judith Levine

Kamala Harris struggled to define her political identity due to her conflicting record as a prosecutor in California.

Alameda Co. DA Pamela Price concedes after being recalled by voters: Here's what's next

Pamela Price conceded as Alameda County's district attorney following a voter recall election, acknowledging the need to respect the decision of constituents.

Kamala Harris' former colleagues highlight her past as a prosecutor

Kamala Harris is embracing her prosecutorial past at the Democratic National Convention, a shift from her 2020 campaign strategy.

How Kamala Harris can lose the cop's badge and still look tough | Judith Levine

Kamala Harris struggled to define her political identity due to her conflicting record as a prosecutor in California.

Alameda Co. DA Pamela Price concedes after being recalled by voters: Here's what's next

Pamela Price conceded as Alameda County's district attorney following a voter recall election, acknowledging the need to respect the decision of constituents.
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Former Prosecutor Charged Over Threatening Twitter Posts

Background checks are crucial for preventing inappropriate individuals in positions of power.

Mother charged with threatening prosecutor at son's arraignment

A Hyde Park woman was charged for threatening a prosecutor during her son's arraignment, highlighting the seriousness of courtroom decorum and safety.

Former Prosecutor Charged Over Threatening Twitter Posts

Background checks are crucial for preventing inappropriate individuals in positions of power.

Mother charged with threatening prosecutor at son's arraignment

A Hyde Park woman was charged for threatening a prosecutor during her son's arraignment, highlighting the seriousness of courtroom decorum and safety.
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Exclusive | Fed prosecutor leading Adams case is a risk-taking 'cowboy': mayor's camp

The prosecutor overseeing Mayor Adams' case, Hagan Scotten, is known for his risk-taking approach, raising concerns about the strength of the case.

What Court Cases from Kamala Harris' Past Reveal about Her Record as CA Prosecutor

Kamala Harris identifies more as a prosecutor than a politician, reflecting her complex legacy in law enforcement and politics.

House Dem Says Trump Scared To Face Harris After Court Cases: I Wouldn't Want to See Another Prosecutor Either Especially a Black One'

Rep. Jasmine Crockett claims former President Trump is afraid to debate VP Kamala Harris due to legal issues and delayed scheduling.

Chicago Democrats Pick Former Judge to Replace Kim Foxx as Top Prosecutor

A Democrat and retired appellate judge, Eileen O'Neill Burke, won the primary election for top prosecutor in Cook County, Ill.
The victory of Justice O'Neill Burke is viewed as a shift away from the progressive approach of the current state's attorney, Kim Foxx.

Long before he took on Trump, Adam Schiff's pursuit of tough justice defined his career

Adam Schiff's role as prosecutor in the first impeachment trial of President Trump has solidified his reputation among Democrats and Republicans.
Schiff's attitude toward justice has evolved over the years, from tough-on-crime to a focus on issues like gun control and police misconduct.

Trump Lawyers File Furious Motion Claiming That Motions Are Illegal

Donald Trump's lawyers are accusing prosecutors in the election interference case of a conspiracy.
The prosecutors have consistently maintained their intention to adhere to all deadlines set out in the scheduling order.

Tom Girardi declared competent to stand trial

Tom Girardi has been found competent to stand trial for charges of stealing over $15 million from his clients.
The ruling is a victory for prosecutors and Girardi's former clients who feared his dementia diagnosis would prevent a jury trial.

Ex-gang leader's own words are strong evidence to deny bail in Tupac Shakur killing, prosecutors say

Prosecutors argue that the accounts of a former gang leader admitting responsibility for the murder of Tupac Shakur provide strong evidence against his release to house arrest.
The defense claims that the defendant's health is being negatively impacted in jail, but prosecutors argue that he poses a danger to the community.

Cook County state's attorney's office replaces head of unit that reviews possible wrongful convictions, rebrands effort

The Cook County State's Attorney's Office has replaced the prosecutor heading its unit that reviews potential wrongful convictions and rebranded the effort.
Assistant State's Attorney Nancy Adduci, who previously led the unit, will remain as a deputy and was replaced by Michelle Mbekeani.

Prosecutor Drops Murder Charges Against Minnesota Trooper Amid Pushback

Minneapolis prosecutor drops murder charges against state trooper due to weak evidence, amid political firestorm.

Judge denies misconduct charge, refuses to remove state prosecutor from 2020 murder case

The judge declined to remove prosecutor Abuhoff from a murder trial despite allegations of intimidation during a witness interview.
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