In Texas, being near a crime can be as dangerous as committing it. Ruben Gutierrez knows this well. He's been on death row for over two decades, convicted for a murder he admits he helped plan but insists he didn't commit. The state argues that his involvement in the robbery makes him equally responsible for the murder, regardless of who actually killed the victim, E...
The legal landscape for young people in New Zealand has seen some significant shifts. In 2019, the Oranga Tamariki Act underwent changes. These changes moved 17-year-olds from the adult court system to the youth court system. This shift aimed to better address the unique needs of young people. One key area of focus was the mental health of these 17-year-olds. A study...
Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) is a serious condition that doesn't get enough attention. It's caused by alcohol exposure before birth. People with FASD often struggle to get the help they need. This can lead them into trouble with the law. A recent study looked into this issue. It compared people with FASD who had been in legal trouble with those who hadn't. ...
Chris Brown, a well-known R&B singer, is in serious trouble with the law. British authorities have arrested and charged him with a severe assault. The incident happened in London, at a venue in Hanover Square, on February 19, 2023. The police have not shared many details about what happened. Brown, who is 36 years old, is being held in custody. He was supposed to go...
A man from Denver has finally walked free after spending fifteen years behind bars for a crime he did not commit. The journey to his exoneration was long and arduous, but it highlights the power of perseverance and the importance of questioning the status quo. The man, James "Cass" Garner, was sentenced for a shooting that took place at a Denver bar in 2009. The inc...
The U. S. legal system often mirrors the power struggles seen in abusive relationships. This is especially true for mothers trying to protect themselves and their children. Many studies overlook how legal protection orders can leave these mothers even more exposed to harm. Interviews with mothers who have survived abuse highlight three key ways abusers use the legal ...
The recent presidential memorandum on "Preventing Abuses of the Legal System and the Federal Court" has sparked significant controversy. This directive, issued by President Trump, has been met with strong criticism from various legal groups. The memo specifically targets lawyers working in national security, public safety, and election integrity. This move has been s...
A recent court decision has temporarily halted parts of an executive order. This order was aimed at a well-known law firm, Perkins Coie. The firm was targeted for its legal work during the 2016 presidential campaign. The order was seen as a way to punish the firm for its role in investigating ties between the Republican candidate and Russia. The firm filed a lawsuit...
South Carolina is gearing up for a historic execution. The state plans to use a firing squad, a method not seen in the U. S. since 2010. The inmate, Brad Sigmon, is 67 years old. He was found guilty of a brutal crime in 2001. Sigmon killed his ex-girlfriend's parents, David and Gladys Larke, with a baseball bat. The judge gave Sigmon three choices for his ex...
In the heart of Manhattan, a notorious burglar, Al Booker, has left his mark since 2018, but until recently, he has dodged real jail time despite more than 40 arrests. Judges have repeatedly shown him leniency, releasing him after burglaries and even letting him go on supervised release, sometimes immediately after arrest. Often, he gets off easy because of ...