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Previously deported Dominican man sentenced for illegal reentry

A Dominican man was sentenced to 37 months for illegal reentry after multiple drug offense convictions and faces deportation post-sentence.
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East Bay siblings sentenced for roles in October 2021 murder of missing Carmel teen

The judge sentenced Jessica Quintanilla to 25 years to life for murder, while her brother received four years for being an accessory.

Charlie Adelson Pushes For Resentencing On Two Counts In Dan Markel Murder Case

Charlie Adelson is seeking resentencing based on claimed errors in his sentencing scoresheet related to Dan Markel's murder case.

Delphi killings: Man sentenced to 130 years in prison in deaths of girls on Indiana trail

Richard Allen sentenced to 130 years for killing two teens, marking a significant moment in the Delphi case.
The community faces ongoing pain despite the sentencing, with families expressing doubts about achieving true closure.

East Bay siblings sentenced for roles in October 2021 murder of missing Carmel teen

Jessica Yesenia Quintanilla was sentenced to 25 years to life for fatal shooting, while her brother received four years for being an accessory.

Imprisoned California restaurateur comes clean in bid for parole: He cooked his wife's body

David Viens was sentenced to 15 years to life for the murder of his wife, dismissing his claims of hallucinations as a means to avoid responsibility.

East Bay siblings sentenced for roles in October 2021 murder of missing Carmel teen

The judge sentenced Jessica Quintanilla to 25 years to life for murder, while her brother received four years for being an accessory.

Charlie Adelson Pushes For Resentencing On Two Counts In Dan Markel Murder Case

Charlie Adelson is seeking resentencing based on claimed errors in his sentencing scoresheet related to Dan Markel's murder case.

Delphi killings: Man sentenced to 130 years in prison in deaths of girls on Indiana trail

Richard Allen sentenced to 130 years for killing two teens, marking a significant moment in the Delphi case.
The community faces ongoing pain despite the sentencing, with families expressing doubts about achieving true closure.

East Bay siblings sentenced for roles in October 2021 murder of missing Carmel teen

Jessica Yesenia Quintanilla was sentenced to 25 years to life for fatal shooting, while her brother received four years for being an accessory.

Imprisoned California restaurateur comes clean in bid for parole: He cooked his wife's body

David Viens was sentenced to 15 years to life for the murder of his wife, dismissing his claims of hallucinations as a means to avoid responsibility.
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#assault

Six sentenced after teen lured to scene of transphobic knife attack in Harrow

The incident was a violent transphobic hate crime against a transgender woman, resulting in severe sentencing for the attackers.

Two men jailed over brawl on Luas in which man had part of his ear bitten off

A man was sentenced to three years in prison for biting off part of another man's ear during a brawl.

Six sentenced after teen lured to scene of transphobic knife attack in Harrow

The incident was a violent transphobic hate crime against a transgender woman, resulting in severe sentencing for the attackers.

Two men jailed over brawl on Luas in which man had part of his ear bitten off

A man was sentenced to three years in prison for biting off part of another man's ear during a brawl.
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Woman with distorted notion of revenge' sentenced for stabbing transgender woman

A woman was sentenced to over eight years for a transphobic stabbing attack motivated by revenge against a transgender woman.
#domestic-violence

Man jailed for life for murdering toddler and wheeling her body around in a buggy for days

Chelsea Gleason-Mitchell was sentenced to 10 years for allowing her partner's abuse, culminating in the death of her daughter Isabella.

Monster' who abused Kiena Dawes for two years jailed for domestic violence

Ryan Wellings was sentenced to 6.5 years for domestic abuse, following the suicide of Kiena Dawes, shedding light on the impact of such relationships.

Man jailed for life for murdering toddler and wheeling her body around in a buggy for days

Chelsea Gleason-Mitchell was sentenced to 10 years for allowing her partner's abuse, culminating in the death of her daughter Isabella.

Monster' who abused Kiena Dawes for two years jailed for domestic violence

Ryan Wellings was sentenced to 6.5 years for domestic abuse, following the suicide of Kiena Dawes, shedding light on the impact of such relationships.
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#justice

Ex-Police Chief Who Sexually Assaulted 17-Year-Old Gets 25 Years in Prison

Former police chief Larry A. Clay Jr. was sentenced to 25 years for sexually assaulting a minor and trying to cover it up.

Antioch man who ran foster home and molested kids sentenced to 23 years

A foster caregiver was sentenced to 23 years for sexually abusing children under his care, highlighting severe systemic issues in the child protection system.

Man jailed for murder and dismembering body

Dajour Jones was sentenced to life imprisonment for the brutal murder of Jamie Gilbey, highlighting severe failings in assessing risks posed by violent offenders.

Life sentence for 52-year-old Kerry man who stabbed victim to death 'in a drunken rage'

A man was sentenced to life in prison for murdering his daughter's neighbour in a drunken rage.

Carjacker who ran over California man trying to rescue his van gets 25 years to life

Omar Sanchez sentenced to 25 years to life for the murder of Jose Berrelleza-Ibarra during a carjacking.

Bromley man who raped teen girl who was too drunk to stand loses appeal

Ashley Lewis was sentenced to 16.5 years for raping a 17-year-old girl, with his appeal against conviction rejected due to the seriousness of the offense.

Ex-Police Chief Who Sexually Assaulted 17-Year-Old Gets 25 Years in Prison

Former police chief Larry A. Clay Jr. was sentenced to 25 years for sexually assaulting a minor and trying to cover it up.

Antioch man who ran foster home and molested kids sentenced to 23 years

A foster caregiver was sentenced to 23 years for sexually abusing children under his care, highlighting severe systemic issues in the child protection system.

Man jailed for murder and dismembering body

Dajour Jones was sentenced to life imprisonment for the brutal murder of Jamie Gilbey, highlighting severe failings in assessing risks posed by violent offenders.

Life sentence for 52-year-old Kerry man who stabbed victim to death 'in a drunken rage'

A man was sentenced to life in prison for murdering his daughter's neighbour in a drunken rage.

Carjacker who ran over California man trying to rescue his van gets 25 years to life

Omar Sanchez sentenced to 25 years to life for the murder of Jose Berrelleza-Ibarra during a carjacking.

Bromley man who raped teen girl who was too drunk to stand loses appeal

Ashley Lewis was sentenced to 16.5 years for raping a 17-year-old girl, with his appeal against conviction rejected due to the seriousness of the offense.
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#law-enforcement

Pittsburgh Man Who Threw an Explosive at University Police Gets 5 Years

A couple was sentenced for their violent actions involving explosives at a protest, with one partner receiving prison time and the other probation.

Forest Hill drug dealer who wore three Rolex watches caught after posing with cash

Michael Babalola was sentenced to prison due to evidence of drug supply and his luxurious lifestyle portraying criminal activity.

Whitestone mobster sentenced to 30 months for racketeering and illegal gambling in Nassau County: Feds - QNS

Carmelo Polito, a former mobster, was sentenced to 2.5 years in prison for operating illegal gambling operations and attempted extortion.

Watch: Drug dealer stopped 223 miles from home gives police ridiculous excuse

A drug dealer from Crewe was caught operating 223 miles from home under the guise of a holiday in Tunbridge Wells.

Rainham man jailed over drugs found in car after number plate recognition alert

A man was jailed for drug possession after police used number plate recognition technology during a traffic stop.

Dealer who hid 6,000 of drugs in car armrest caught out by police dog

A drug dealer was sentenced to two years for possessing 6,000 of drugs found in his car.

Pittsburgh Man Who Threw an Explosive at University Police Gets 5 Years

A couple was sentenced for their violent actions involving explosives at a protest, with one partner receiving prison time and the other probation.

Forest Hill drug dealer who wore three Rolex watches caught after posing with cash

Michael Babalola was sentenced to prison due to evidence of drug supply and his luxurious lifestyle portraying criminal activity.

Whitestone mobster sentenced to 30 months for racketeering and illegal gambling in Nassau County: Feds - QNS

Carmelo Polito, a former mobster, was sentenced to 2.5 years in prison for operating illegal gambling operations and attempted extortion.

Watch: Drug dealer stopped 223 miles from home gives police ridiculous excuse

A drug dealer from Crewe was caught operating 223 miles from home under the guise of a holiday in Tunbridge Wells.

Rainham man jailed over drugs found in car after number plate recognition alert

A man was jailed for drug possession after police used number plate recognition technology during a traffic stop.

Dealer who hid 6,000 of drugs in car armrest caught out by police dog

A drug dealer was sentenced to two years for possessing 6,000 of drugs found in his car.
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#donald-trump

The Latest: Trump faces sentencing for his New York hush money conviction

Trump faces sentencing for hush money conviction amid unique circumstances of being president-elect.
Prosecution recommends no penalty, highlighting Trump's imminent return to the White House.

Trump Asks Supreme Court to Halt Sentencing in N.Y. Hush-Money Case

Trump seeks Supreme Court intervention to halt sentencing before inauguration.
Legal arguments focus on presidential immunity from prosecution.
Sentencing carries symbolic weight as it would mark Trump as a felon.

Trump set for sentencing in his New York felony conviction

Trump's looming sentencing may bring finality to his legal issues as he prepares to assume the presidency.

Listen to Audio Clips From Trump's Sentencing

Donald Trump was sentenced to an unconditional discharge, maintaining his status as a felon without jail time, despite his continued denouncement of the trial outcomes.

Trump to Be Sentenced in Hush-Money Case, Days Before Return to White House

Trump faces sentencing today for his hush money conviction, with a likely no-penalty sentence as he prepares to become president.

Judge sentences Trump to unconditional discharge, making him first US president to be a felon

Donald Trump was sentenced for 34 felony counts related to falsifying business records to conceal payments to Stormy Daniels, with no prison time given.

The Latest: Trump faces sentencing for his New York hush money conviction

Trump faces sentencing for hush money conviction amid unique circumstances of being president-elect.
Prosecution recommends no penalty, highlighting Trump's imminent return to the White House.

Trump Asks Supreme Court to Halt Sentencing in N.Y. Hush-Money Case

Trump seeks Supreme Court intervention to halt sentencing before inauguration.
Legal arguments focus on presidential immunity from prosecution.
Sentencing carries symbolic weight as it would mark Trump as a felon.

Trump set for sentencing in his New York felony conviction

Trump's looming sentencing may bring finality to his legal issues as he prepares to assume the presidency.

Listen to Audio Clips From Trump's Sentencing

Donald Trump was sentenced to an unconditional discharge, maintaining his status as a felon without jail time, despite his continued denouncement of the trial outcomes.

Trump to Be Sentenced in Hush-Money Case, Days Before Return to White House

Trump faces sentencing today for his hush money conviction, with a likely no-penalty sentence as he prepares to become president.

Judge sentences Trump to unconditional discharge, making him first US president to be a felon

Donald Trump was sentenced for 34 felony counts related to falsifying business records to conceal payments to Stormy Daniels, with no prison time given.
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#murder

Sara Sharif's mum calls killers 'sadists' and 'cowards' as she mourns her 'angel'

Sara Sharif's murder resulted in life sentences for her father and stepmother, highlighting the extreme violence and sadism faced by the young girl.

Rapper who boasted of murder at kid's party in drill lyrics is jailed for life

Kay-O was sentenced to life imprisonment for the gang-related murder of Kacey Boothe, highlighting ongoing violence linked to rival gangs.

Axe murderer in Monterey County sentenced to 76 years to life in prison

The attacker, Kevin James Powell, received a 76-year to life sentence for a brutal unprovoked axe attack that left one man dead and another injured.

Manhattan man gets 29 years to life in prison for strangling a transgender woman to death in Glendale nearly 15 years ago: DA - QNS

Rasheen Everett was sentenced to up to 29 years to life for the murder of Amanda Gonzalez-Andujar after a lengthy legal process.

South Londoners jailed in December 2024 including five killers and rapist

The article reports on the sentencing of two men for violent murders, showcasing the impact of their actions on victims' families.

Dorchester man convicted of killing neighbor who won the lottery

Ramon Rodriguez-Delgado was sentenced to life in prison without parole for the first-degree murder of his elderly neighbor, Marcelino Perez.

Sara Sharif's mum calls killers 'sadists' and 'cowards' as she mourns her 'angel'

Sara Sharif's murder resulted in life sentences for her father and stepmother, highlighting the extreme violence and sadism faced by the young girl.

Rapper who boasted of murder at kid's party in drill lyrics is jailed for life

Kay-O was sentenced to life imprisonment for the gang-related murder of Kacey Boothe, highlighting ongoing violence linked to rival gangs.

Axe murderer in Monterey County sentenced to 76 years to life in prison

The attacker, Kevin James Powell, received a 76-year to life sentence for a brutal unprovoked axe attack that left one man dead and another injured.

Manhattan man gets 29 years to life in prison for strangling a transgender woman to death in Glendale nearly 15 years ago: DA - QNS

Rasheen Everett was sentenced to up to 29 years to life for the murder of Amanda Gonzalez-Andujar after a lengthy legal process.

South Londoners jailed in December 2024 including five killers and rapist

The article reports on the sentencing of two men for violent murders, showcasing the impact of their actions on victims' families.

Dorchester man convicted of killing neighbor who won the lottery

Ramon Rodriguez-Delgado was sentenced to life in prison without parole for the first-degree murder of his elderly neighbor, Marcelino Perez.
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Moment driver in stolen car rams head-on into police motorcyclist

A driver slammed into a police motorcyclist during a high-speed chase, leading to a conviction for dangerous driving and attempted bodily harm.
#trump

Trump to be sentenced in NY hush money case - here's what he faces with inauguration 10 days away

Trump will likely receive a no-penalty sentence, allowing him to appeal.
He will become the first convicted felon to serve as president.
The judge will grant him an unconditional discharge, avoiding jail time.

Trump loses Supreme Court appeal to block hush-money sentencing

The Supreme Court upheld Trump's sentencing in the New York case, allowing it to proceed despite his claims of presidential immunity.

Judge Sets Trump's Sentencing in Hush-Money Case for Jan. 10

Judge schedules Trump's sentencing for January 10, indicating he won't be jailed, yet setting a historic precedent for a convicted president.

Takeaways from Trump's Criminal Sentencing

Donald Trump's sentencing was brief and symbolic, marking a historic moment as he becomes the first felon elected to the presidency.

JUST IN: NY Judge Orders Trump to Appear at Criminal Sentencing 10 Days Before Inauguration

Trump is set to be sentenced for felony charges related to hush money payments just before his inauguration.

Judge to Sentence Trump Next Week In Hush-Money Case

Judge Merchan denied Trump's dismissal request, scheduled sentencing for January 10, and proposed an unconditional discharge for Trump.

Trump to be sentenced in NY hush money case - here's what he faces with inauguration 10 days away

Trump will likely receive a no-penalty sentence, allowing him to appeal.
He will become the first convicted felon to serve as president.
The judge will grant him an unconditional discharge, avoiding jail time.

Trump loses Supreme Court appeal to block hush-money sentencing

The Supreme Court upheld Trump's sentencing in the New York case, allowing it to proceed despite his claims of presidential immunity.

Judge Sets Trump's Sentencing in Hush-Money Case for Jan. 10

Judge schedules Trump's sentencing for January 10, indicating he won't be jailed, yet setting a historic precedent for a convicted president.

Takeaways from Trump's Criminal Sentencing

Donald Trump's sentencing was brief and symbolic, marking a historic moment as he becomes the first felon elected to the presidency.

JUST IN: NY Judge Orders Trump to Appear at Criminal Sentencing 10 Days Before Inauguration

Trump is set to be sentenced for felony charges related to hush money payments just before his inauguration.

Judge to Sentence Trump Next Week In Hush-Money Case

Judge Merchan denied Trump's dismissal request, scheduled sentencing for January 10, and proposed an unconditional discharge for Trump.
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#legal-consequences

BREAKING: Bitwise co-founders sentenced to prison time following fraud convictions

Founders of Bitwise Industries sentenced to prison for fraud.
Judge cites professional standing as factor in longer sentence.

Former Legal Tech Company President Sentenced to 120 Years In Prison for Child Porn

Raymond Zwiefelhofer received a 120-year sentence for child pornography, highlighting severe legal consequences for such offenses.

Woman spared jail after dead pigs found in Surbiton garden and 35 puppies abandoned

Anderson-Letts received a suspended sentence for multiple animal welfare offences, despite harsh criticisms from the judge about her neglectful and exploitative behavior.

BREAKING: Bitwise co-founders sentenced to prison time following fraud convictions

Founders of Bitwise Industries sentenced to prison for fraud.
Judge cites professional standing as factor in longer sentence.

Former Legal Tech Company President Sentenced to 120 Years In Prison for Child Porn

Raymond Zwiefelhofer received a 120-year sentence for child pornography, highlighting severe legal consequences for such offenses.

Woman spared jail after dead pigs found in Surbiton garden and 35 puppies abandoned

Anderson-Letts received a suspended sentence for multiple animal welfare offences, despite harsh criticisms from the judge about her neglectful and exploitative behavior.
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#fraud

Carlos Watson, Ozy Media Co-Founder, Is Sentenced to Almost 10 Years in Prison

Carlos Watson was sentenced to nearly 10 years in prison for defrauding investors and lenders through Ozy Media's deception about finances.

London fraudsters who used 'SIM farm' to con 220K from victims in banking scam jailed

Three fraudsters used a SIM farm to defraud victims of £220,000 through deceitful calls and texts posing as bank communications.

A part-time actor claimed he created a COVID-19 cure. Now he'll spend more than 8 years in prison

A part-time actor was sentenced to over eight years in prison for soliciting investors for bogus COVID-19 treatments.

Carlos Watson, Ozy Media Co-Founder, Is Sentenced to Almost 10 Years in Prison

Carlos Watson was sentenced to nearly 10 years in prison for defrauding investors and lenders through Ozy Media's deception about finances.

London fraudsters who used 'SIM farm' to con 220K from victims in banking scam jailed

Three fraudsters used a SIM farm to defraud victims of £220,000 through deceitful calls and texts posing as bank communications.

A part-time actor claimed he created a COVID-19 cure. Now he'll spend more than 8 years in prison

A part-time actor was sentenced to over eight years in prison for soliciting investors for bogus COVID-19 treatments.
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#criminal-justice

Bed-Stuy aquarium co-founder built viral NYC fish pond while out on bail for attempted murder - and is now headed to prison

Hajj Malik Lovick, founder of the Bed-Stuy Aquarium, faces 12 years in prison after being convicted of attempted murder, despite his community contributions.

Cut sentences in half to tackle prisons crisis | Letters

Prison sentences should focus on rehabilitation rather than lengthy punishments to reduce reoffending.

Man caught with 'revolting' sex abuse images of kids young as 8 walks free

Christopher Ratcliffe received a suspended sentence for possessing child sex abuse images, emphasizing the judge's belief in rehabilitation over imprisonment.

Man (56) caught with cocaine worth 1.7m and three guns in his home jailed for 10 years

Paul Bourke was sentenced to 10 years in prison for drug trafficking and possession of firearms.

Bed-Stuy aquarium co-founder built viral NYC fish pond while out on bail for attempted murder - and is now headed to prison

Hajj Malik Lovick, founder of the Bed-Stuy Aquarium, faces 12 years in prison after being convicted of attempted murder, despite his community contributions.

Cut sentences in half to tackle prisons crisis | Letters

Prison sentences should focus on rehabilitation rather than lengthy punishments to reduce reoffending.

Man caught with 'revolting' sex abuse images of kids young as 8 walks free

Christopher Ratcliffe received a suspended sentence for possessing child sex abuse images, emphasizing the judge's belief in rehabilitation over imprisonment.

Man (56) caught with cocaine worth 1.7m and three guns in his home jailed for 10 years

Paul Bourke was sentenced to 10 years in prison for drug trafficking and possession of firearms.
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Met officer pleads guilty to causing moped rider's death in Enfield crash

A Metropolitan Police officer pleaded guilty to causing death by careless driving following a fatal crash involving a moped driver.
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Bed-Stuy man sentenced for fatal machete rampage on family that left grandfather dead * Brooklyn Paper

Dayquan Dubose was sentenced to 18 years to life for fatally stabbing his grandfather and wounding two family members in a machete attack.

Jail time increased for serial thieves who 'callously' left man to die after car theft

The Court of Appeal increased the jail sentences for two thieves due to the severity of their crime, highlighting the lack of compassion shown.

Hayward man pleads to 12 years for killing neighbor while on probation in gang sexual assault case

Chad Williams is set to be sentenced for the 2022 stabbing of neighbor Thomas Boyd, pleading no contest to voluntary manslaughter.

China court hands schoolboy a life sentence for murder

Two teenagers received prison sentences for the murder of their classmate, igniting national discourse on juvenile crime and legal accountability in China.

Man who woke elderly woman at 2.30am as he broke into her home given four-year sentence

A man was sentenced to four years for breaking into an elderly woman's home, deeply impacting her safety and peace of mind.

South Londoners jailed in December so far including killers and stranger rapist

The article highlights recent sentencing of men involved in violent crimes, emphasizing the psychological impact on victims and the consequences of personal vendettas.

Bed-Stuy man sentenced for fatal machete rampage on family that left grandfather dead * Brooklyn Paper

Dayquan Dubose was sentenced to 18 years to life for fatally stabbing his grandfather and wounding two family members in a machete attack.

Jail time increased for serial thieves who 'callously' left man to die after car theft

The Court of Appeal increased the jail sentences for two thieves due to the severity of their crime, highlighting the lack of compassion shown.

Hayward man pleads to 12 years for killing neighbor while on probation in gang sexual assault case

Chad Williams is set to be sentenced for the 2022 stabbing of neighbor Thomas Boyd, pleading no contest to voluntary manslaughter.

China court hands schoolboy a life sentence for murder

Two teenagers received prison sentences for the murder of their classmate, igniting national discourse on juvenile crime and legal accountability in China.

Man who woke elderly woman at 2.30am as he broke into her home given four-year sentence

A man was sentenced to four years for breaking into an elderly woman's home, deeply impacting her safety and peace of mind.

South Londoners jailed in December so far including killers and stranger rapist

The article highlights recent sentencing of men involved in violent crimes, emphasizing the psychological impact on victims and the consequences of personal vendettas.
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'I know you're still looking over me': Before he's sent to prison, Antioch man hears from the brother and sister of the boy he killed

A man was sentenced to nine years and eight months for causing a car crash that killed a 12-year-old boy and injured two others.

Georgia couple sentenced to 100 years in prison for sexual abuse of adopted kids

The Zulocks were sentenced to 100 years in prison without parole for sexually abusing their adopted children.

Bob Menendez asks to postpone sentencing until after wife's corruption trial, saying it's 'too much to ask of any man'

Bob Menendez seeks to delay his sentencing to support his cancer-stricken wife during her trial, citing emotional strain and potential jury influence.

Two men who smuggled half a tonne of cocaine into UK jailed

Two men jailed for smuggling half a tonne of cocaine into the UK, sentenced to nearly 23 years combined.

Indiana Man Sentenced to 130 Years for Delphi Murders

Richard Allen was sentenced to 130 years for the murders of Liberty German and Abigail Williams, marking a significant conclusion to a high-profile case.

Who Are the 51 Men Convicted in the Gisele Pelicot Rape Trial?

All 51 defendants found guilty in Pelicot rape trial, but sentences were lighter than expected, demonstrating complexities in legal outcomes.

Former Raptors centre Jontay Porter to be sentenced on criminal charges Wednesday | CBC Sports

Jontay Porter's sentencing is expected to involve prison time due to severe misconduct linked with gambling and manipulation in the NBA.
Expert opinions suggest Porter's celebrity status complicates his case negatively.

Co-founder of California white supremacist group to be freed

Robert Rundo, a white supremacist co-founder, is released after nearly two years in custody following guilty plea for conspiracy to riot.

New Yorker turned ISIS recruiter - nicknamed 'Umm Nuteella' - faces 70 years in prison after judge tosses 'shockingly low' sentence

Sinmyah Ceasar faces up to 70 years in prison after her previous sentence was deemed excessively lenient due to her repeated violations of the law.
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