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Defense weighs trial in sexual assault case of ex-Kittatinny teacher
By TOM HOWELL JR. NEWTON — Shortly before a former Kittatinny Regional High School teacher was to be sentenced Friday for having sexual trysts with a student, an apparently sympathetic letter from the victim caused the hearing to be postponed. (Sun, 30 Mar 2008 03:18:52 GMT)
Chants practicing 3-4 defense
CONWAYCoastal Carolina has employed more 3-4 defensive sets this spring, a departure from the 4-3 base it used the majority of last season. Coastal Carolina coach David Bennett said after practice Saturday that the change is simply because of the Chants' assets: more quality linebackers than defensive linemen. "We used to use [the 3-4] all the time," Bennett said. "It's about flexibility. ... We ... (Sun, 30 Mar 2008 04:20:42 GMT)
Criminal Gangs Influence Locals
Case 1: On a damp, chilly Friday night, a black teenager met two pretty blonde sisters outside a nightclub. The girls invited him to a party given by their neighbors, young El Salvadorian men. The black boy was cheerful, wearing a white beanie hat. At the party he played cards, listened to music, drank beer and called the men "homeboys." (Sun, 30 Mar 2008 05:42:41 GMT)
Criminal Trial of Expelled Lawmaker Begins
The first state legislator to be thrown out of office by his colleagues in 128 years could face up to 11 years of prison time if convicted on five fraud charges. (Sun, 30 Mar 2008 22:47:25 GMT)
Ellen Feldman: 75 Years After Scottsboro Racial Profiling In Jury Selection Is Alive and Well
While the ruling in favor of an African-American ex-marine found guilty by an all-white jury is gratifying, it does not go to the heart of racial injustice in the criminal justice system. (Sun, 30 Mar 2008 23:01:06 GMT)
Respected lawyer eagerly accepts judgeship
In the courtroom, attorney Robert Walker Jr. had been on both sides. For much of his life, he felt a calling both to help clear criminals from the streets and to represent people who couldn't afford an attorney. As a young man, he had served as an Air Force prosecutor. And in recent years, Walker has been on the "A" list of defense attorneys tapped by Gwinnett County judges to try the most ... (Sun, 30 Mar 2008 23:30:40 GMT)
EXCLUSIVE: Accused Kidnapper Has Criminal Past
The woman accused of taking a baby from a Sanford hospital could be out of jail as early as Monday. But new information discovered by FOX 35 could keep her behind bars. (Mon, 31 Mar 2008 04:13:11 GMT)
Loss Prevention: Registry CrimSAFE Helps Online Dating And Volunteer Organizations Reduce Liability
National Background Data (NBD), LLC, the leading provider of criminal history database information, announced Registry CrimSAFE, a new criminal background screening service. Registry CrimSAFE automates the evaluation of criminal records and quickly delivers concise, criminal screening decisions. By removing subjectivity from the screening process and enforcing consistent screening decisions, ... (Mon, 31 Mar 2008 04:18:35 GMT)
Defending Detective, Lawyer Feels the Heat
Anthony L. Ricco has been asked many questions and met much disapproval since taking up the defense of the three detectives who fired the first shots of a barrage that killed Sean Bell. (Mon, 31 Mar 2008 05:04:19 GMT)
Marijuana penalties vary widely
In Concord, a first-time marijuana offender can usually strike a deal with prosecutors by entering an educational diversion program to avoid a criminal record. In Lebanon, "what you get there is a $500 fine and good luck to you," as one public defender puts it. (Mon, 31 Mar 2008 05:29:09 GMT)
[Campus] Nearly one year later, Jones trial starts today
Nearly a year after the alleged rape, the third-degree criminal sexual conduct trial of former Gophers football player Dominic Jones begins today. Jones faces a maximum of 15 years in prison. Since he has no prior record, Jones' actual prison term... (Mon, 31 Mar 2008 07:02:51 GMT)
Suit criticizes defense of poor in Ontario County
In Ontario County, legal help for the poor can be late in coming and limited in scope. (Mon, 31 Mar 2008 07:07:46 GMT)
In the spotlight: Krzysztof Rutkowski
Krzysztof Rutkowski, is planning a political comeback despite facing criminal charges. According to Polish daily Rzeczpospolita, Rutkowski will run for the Krosno-Przemyśl Senate seat in a by-election resulting from the death of Law and Justice senator Andrzej Mazurkiewicz. (Mon, 31 Mar 2008 09:58:43 GMT)
Judge: No delay to start of ex-Rep. Wright's criminal trial
Jury selection is under way at former Rep. Thomas Wright's trial on criminal fraud charges after a judge rejected an effort to delay its start. Full story... (Mon, 31 Mar 2008 09:59:16 GMT)
EXCLUSIVE: Accused Kidnapper Has Criminal Past
The woman accused of taking a baby from a Sanford hospital could be out of jail as early as Monday. But new information discovered by FOX 35 could keep her behind bars. (Mon, 31 Mar 2008 12:58:11 GMT)
Judge Rules Man Dumped From Wheelchair OK For Trial
TAMPA - Circuit Judge Robert Foster has determined that a man dumped from his wheelchair while being searched at Orient Road Jail is competent to aid his defense attorney as his criminal case moves forward.. (Mon, 31 Mar 2008 14:32:36 GMT)
Judge: No Delay To Start Of Ex-Rep. Wright's Criminal Trial
A judge has rejected an effort to delay the start of former Rep. Thomas Wright's trial on criminal fraud charges. (Mon, 31 Mar 2008 15:05:07 GMT)
Prosecutors to consider new evidence against Elton Phillips
Instead of dropping the armed robbery case against Elton Phillips Monday morning, the Louisiana Attorney General's office asked Criminal District Court Judge Dennis Waldron for a continuance, saying they needed a week to fully consider possible new evidence against the suspect who ended up at the home of former Orleans Parish District Attorney Eddie Jordan. (Mon, 31 Mar 2008 15:09:01 GMT)
Criminal trial underway for Thomas Wright
Former Rep. Thomas Wright's trial on charges similar to those that led his colleagues in the House to kick him out of office began Monday with jury selection. (Mon, 31 Mar 2008 15:11:16 GMT)
Judge: No delay to start of ex-Rep. Wright's criminal trial
RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) - A judge has rejected an effort to delay the start of former Rep. Thomas Wright's trial on criminal fraud charges. Jury selection will begin later Monday. (Mon, 31 Mar 2008 15:30:11 GMT)
Judge: No delaying Wright's criminal trial
RALEIGH (AP) -- A judge has rejected an effort to delay the start of former Rep. Thomas Wright's trial on criminal fraud charges. (Credit: "By ESTES THOMPSON Associated Press Writer ") (Mon, 31 Mar 2008 15:34:57 GMT)
Cozen O'Connor Acquires Prominent White Collar Defense Firm
WASHINGTON----Cozen O'Connor announced that Iden Grant Martyn and three attorneys of The Martyn Law Firm will join the firm's Washington, D.C. and Houston offices. (Mon, 31 Mar 2008 19:14:00 GMT)
GEORGIA: JUSTICE SYSTEM FACES NEW DOUBTS OVER ITS INDEPENDENCE
An 11-year prison term given in absentia to Georgia’s former defense minister Irakli Okruashvili is prompting fresh debate about the impartiality of the country’s criminal justice system. (Mon, 31 Mar 2008 19:23:23 GMT)
Man dumped from wheelchair found competent
A court-ordered mental evaluation determined that Brian Sterner is competent to stand trial and aid in his defense on criminal charges related to a traffic stop. (Mon, 31 Mar 2008 19:27:27 GMT)
Jury seated in criminal trial of former Rep. Thomas Wright
Raleigh | A jury has been seated to hear the criminal trial of former Rep. Thomas Wright.Eight women and four men were chosen this afternoon. Opening arguments are expected to begin before the trial adjourns for the day. (Mon, 31 Mar 2008 22:10:15 GMT)
Defense Department Official Pleads Guilty To Espionage Charge Involving China
Gregg William Bergersen, age 51, of Alexandria, Virginia, pled guilty today to a one-count criminal information charging him with conspiracy to disclose national defense information to persons not entitled to receive it, in violation of 18 U.S.C., Sections 793(d) and (g). Bergersen was arrested on February 11, 2008 on a criminal complaint charging this same offense. (Mon, 31 Mar 2008 22:38:00 GMT)
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