Tag: Legal system

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Subway Chokehold Videos Shown in Daniel Penny Manslaughter Trial: Update

Jurors in the Daniel Penny manslaughter trial were shown videos on Monday of an incident on a New York City subway train that led to the death of Jordan Neely in 2023. The videos,...
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Woman accused in DUI crash that killed niece released without bail

Prosecutors have not charged a woman involved in a tragic DUI crash that claimed the life of her 9-year-old niece. As a result, a judge decided to release Christina Sorensen, 63, without bail on...
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The Truth Behind Erin Patterson’s Fatal Meal: Jury Uninformed

Erin Patterson, 50, is accused of a heinous crime - poisoning her former in-laws, Don and Gail Patterson, along with Gail's sister, Heather Wilkinson, using death cap mushrooms hidden in a beef Wellington dish...
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Court Judge Takes Action After Tip-Off About Juror: Major Twist in Erin Patterson Case

The judge in the Erin Patterson trial was put in a tough spot when he had to boot a juror mid-trial due to some sneaky outside discussions. Justice Christopher Beale had no choice but...
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Career Criminal Released Early by Keir Starmer Sentenced Again

Career Criminal Behind Bars Again After Early Release Under Keir Starmer's Scheme A recent incident has brought to light the challenges and controversies surrounding the early release of prisoners under a government scheme. Ross Heathorn,...
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Comparison of UK and US Murder Laws: Exploring First and Second-Degree Charges

Comparison of UK and US Murder Laws: Labour Announces Review Justice Secretary Shabana Mahmood has taken the first step towards potentially changing mandatory life sentences for murder in the UK. The Law Commission will conduct...