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Obsolete algorithm tangles terrorist/criminal watch lists
Advanced name-matching software now used for some agencies' terrorist and criminal watch lists can handle linguistic differences and Arabic, Chinese, Russian and other non-Roman alphabets. (Sun, 01 Nov 2009 01:45:16 GMT)
NYC man pursues insanity defense in doctor slaying
David Tarloff lives in a deeply troubled inner world. (Sun, 01 Nov 2009 18:46:19 GMT)
NYC Man Pursues Insanity Defense In Doctor Slaying
David Tarloff was diagnosed as schizophrenic and hospitalized more than a dozen times before hacking a Manhattan psychologist to death with a meat cleaver. Last month, psychiatrists said he was mentally fit to stand trial on murder charges for the February 2008 slaying of Kathryn Faughey. His lawyer is pursuing a rare insanity defense in a case that highlights how the legal system tends to hold ... (Sun, 01 Nov 2009 20:28:35 GMT)
Pushing new court procedures
Before the lay judge system was introduced in May, Japanese courts adopted pretrial procedures to enable the prosecution, the defense counsel and the court to narrow down evidence and points of argument in a case to speed up criminal trials. A recent Supreme Court ruling shows its determination in getting these procedures to take root. On Oct. 16 the Supreme Court sent back to the Hiroshima High ... (Sun, 01 Nov 2009 21:05:49 GMT)
Defense keys Blazer victory over Thunder
OKLAHOMA CITY — It was an ugly, sloppy game Sunday night at Ford Center. The verdict — an 83-74 Portland victory over Oklahoma City — still looked good to the Trail Blazers. Coach Nate McMillan demanded better defense after the Blazers’ 111-107 loss at Houston Saturday ... (Mon, 02 Nov 2009 03:39:10 GMT)
Insanity defense pursued in doctor killing
David Tarloff lives in a deeply troubled inner world. Associated PressDavid Tarloff, 41, was diagnosed as schizophrenic and hospitalized more than a dozen times before hacking Manhattan psychologist Kathryn Faughey to death with a meat cleaver in February 2008.He was diagnosed... (Mon, 02 Nov 2009 11:25:07 GMT)
Swiss hand over banking info to Argentina
The Swiss government said Monday it has handed banking documents over to Argentina in a $25 million dollar corruption probe linked to former President Carlos Menem and French defense company Thales. (Mon, 02 Nov 2009 14:51:52 GMT)
FLDS trial, Day 6: More from DNA expert, child service investigator
Eldorado, Texas » Tempers flared in a courtroom here as attorneys contested evidence repeatedly during the criminal trial of FLDS member Raymond Merril Jessop -- ending in a defense attorney asking a Texas judge to declare a mistrial late Monday. (Mon, 02 Nov 2009 19:29:16 GMT)
'Clown video' raises questions about Anna Nicole Smith
Video of Anna Nicole Smith appearing to mistake a doll for her unborn child was just the reality TV star acting for a camera, a defense lawyer for Howard K. Stern says. (Tue, 03 Nov 2009 00:48:25 GMT)
Admitted triggerman in double slaying testifies he acted in self-defense
An admitted gang member who shot two men to death in 2007 testified in his murder trial Monday that he opened fire to protect his friends when a rival gang member pulled out a knife. "I just reacted," Manuel Sandoval said. "I pulled out the gun and started shooting." (Tue, 03 Nov 2009 01:48:00 GMT)
Michael Basiden Gives $5000 for Heather Ellis Legal Defense
Filed under: Celebrity News , News Just when you thought black celebrities didn't care anymore, the "Bad Boy of Radio," Michael Baisden announced today that he is going to give $5,000 to the legal defense fund of the family of Heather Ellis , a 24-year old black female college student who faces 15-years in prison after cutting in line at a Walmart. The case has drawn a firestorm of controversy ... (Tue, 03 Nov 2009 02:11:21 GMT)
Mourners recall investigative reporter Pete Shellem as conscience of the criminal justice system
DAN GLEITER, The Patriot-News Pete Shellem worked for the The Patriot-News for 23 years. Investigative reporter Peter Shellem was remembered Monday as a man who followed his own moral imperative during tireless work on stories that led to the freedom of five wrongly convicted prisoners. (Tue, 03 Nov 2009 03:27:24 GMT)
'He was the conscience of the criminal justice system'
Investigative reporter Peter Shellem was remembered Monday as a man who followed his own moral imperative during tireless work on stories that led to the freedom of five wrongly convicted prisoners. (Tue, 03 Nov 2009 05:13:19 GMT)
NYC man pursues insanity defense in doctor slaying
NEW YORK — David Tarloff lives in a deeply troubled inner world. He was diagnosed as schizophrenic and hospitalized more than a dozen times before hacking a Manhattan psychologist to death with a meat cleaver. (Tue, 03 Nov 2009 06:43:47 GMT)
Riddle to get new lawyer, but court will do the choosing
Political consultant Sam Riddle will get a new lawyer for his upcoming criminal trials, but it won't necessarily be former federal Prosecutor Richard Convertino. (Tue, 03 Nov 2009 08:30:10 GMT)
Karadzic ends boycott of trial seen as key to Balkans closure
Radovan Karadzic broke a boycott on his Yugoslav war crimes trial today to ask for 10 more months for his defense against genocide charges in Bosnia. (Tue, 03 Nov 2009 09:00:00 GMT)
Karadzic says needs more time for genocide defense
Former Bosnian Serb leader Radovan Karadzic appeared for the first time at his trial for genocide in the Bosnian war on Tuesday but said he would take no further part unless he had more time to prepare his defense. (Tue, 03 Nov 2009 14:28:00 GMT)
Karadzic Makes Appearance in Court
The former Bosnian Serb leader Radovan Karadzic made his first appearance at his trial to argue that he needed more time to prepare his defense against charges of genocide. (Tue, 03 Nov 2009 14:31:33 GMT)
Bruno taps campaign funds for defense
ALBANY, N.Y. -- Campaign records show former New York Senate leader Joe Bruno has spent more than $633,000 in campaign funds on criminal lawyers to prepare for his trial Monday. (Tue, 03 Nov 2009 16:05:02 GMT)
Karadzic says needs more time for genocide defense
Former Bosnian Serb leader Radovan Karadzic appeared in court on Tuesday for the first time since his trial for genocide started but said he would take no further part unless he had more time to prepare his defense. (Tue, 03 Nov 2009 16:59:38 GMT)
Karadzic Attends UN War Crimes Trial, Demands More Time To Prepare Defense
(RTTNews) - Former Bosnian Serb Leader Radovan Karadzic attended his war crimes trial at the UN court in The Hague, Netherlands, for the first time on Tuesday after boycotting the first two sessions. (Tue, 03 Nov 2009 18:55:02 GMT)
Former prosecutor to serve on defense team in Beason murder case
LINCOLN -- A former McLean County prosecutor has agreed to serve as co-counsel for the defense in the case against Jason L. Harris, who is accused along with his brother of killing a Beason family. (Tue, 03 Nov 2009 19:09:41 GMT)
Valet credited with helping save grandmother from armed criminal in Boston
Carjacking victim Barbara Pero stands outside her car and her Auburn home today.(Globe photo by John Guilfoil) By John R. Ellement, Globe Staff and John Guilfoil, Globe Correspondent A parking valet who armed himself with an umbrella was credited... (Tue, 03 Nov 2009 19:56:20 GMT)
Calif. High Court Hears Case On Medical Pot Limits
The California Supreme Court, at a special session in Berkeley on Tuesday, appeared likely to strike down a state law that sets an 8-ounce limit on the amount of medical marijuana a patient can possess at one time. The court found itself in the unusual position of having a prosecutor and a defense attorney in a criminal case agree it would be unconstitutional to prosecute genuine patients for ... (Wed, 04 Nov 2009 03:45:06 GMT)
Defense rests in Bear case
Two former Bear Stearns hedge funders being tried for criminal fraud rested their case unexpectedly yesterday. After calling just four witnesses over less than two days, the attorneys for defendants Ralph Cioffi and Matthew Tannin wrapped up, argui... (Wed, 04 Nov 2009 06:16:54 GMT)
Man wants to claim self-defense in landlord's death
Paul McDonald, 50, is charged with killing his landlord by repeatedly chopping him in the head with an ax-like weapon. (Wed, 04 Nov 2009 07:23:41 GMT)
Cedar Funding founder David Nilsen rejects defense lawyer
The owner of bankrupt Cedar Funding investment company will represent himself against federal fraud charges alleging he operated a Ponzi scheme that robbed investors of more than $150 million. David Nilsen rejected U.S. (Wed, 04 Nov 2009 09:37:39 GMT)
Border defense key to keeping UF campus safe
By Nathan Crabbe Staff writer The University of Florida's police department has long patrolled the streets just outside of campus, but a change in state law means it no longer will have to spend resources defending the practice. (Wed, 04 Nov 2009 11:14:00 GMT)
Bailiff suspended with pay after detaining attorney Wednesday morning
By Suevon Lee Staff writer OCALA - A bailiff at the Marion County Courthouse was suspended with pay Wednesday after he handcuffed a criminal defense attorney who apparently became upset over being asked to move to another area of a courtroom. (Wed, 04 Nov 2009 18:31:56 GMT)
Judge denies defense motion to acquit in Rude case
Jurors in the trial of on-leave Austin Police Cpt. Curt Rude heard a CD recording Wednesday that consisted of an interview between Rude and an agent from the state's Bureau of Criminal Apprehension. (Wed, 04 Nov 2009 19:17:21 GMT)
Searching for the most notorious criminal case in O.C. history
The quick and notorious case of Mose Gibson, the first O.C. killer to be executed, sets the tone. (Wed, 04 Nov 2009 19:44:53 GMT)
Atty: NY Dead Sea Scrolls case makes pranks crimes
Associated Press - November 4, 2009 4:55 PM ET NEW YORK (AP) - A defense lawyer says parodies, pranks and freewheeling Internet discussion are at risk in a Manhattan criminal case against a man... (Wed, 04 Nov 2009 22:06:04 GMT)
Bernard Kerik May Accept Plea Deal
Former Police Commissioner Bernard B. Kerik would resolve three criminal trials by pleading guilty to a single conspiracy charge. (Wed, 04 Nov 2009 22:38:30 GMT)
Former Fed Reserve analyst inverviewed for parole board slot
He’s been a dishwasher in Brooklyn, pumped gas in Queens and worked as a salesman at a Gap store. And on Wednesday, criminal defense attorney Cesar Archilla was a step closer to becoming a member of the state Parole Board. (Wed, 04 Nov 2009 23:08:50 GMT)
AP source: Ex-NYC top cop Kerik plans guilty plea
Bernard Kerik, a former New York City police commissioner and one-time nominee for Homeland Security secretary, will enter a guilty plea to resolve three pending criminal trials, a person familiar with the case said Wednesday. (Wed, 04 Nov 2009 23:42:31 GMT)
Justices, in Aftermath of 2 Murder Cases, Hear Claims of a Process Gone Wrong
The Supreme Court heard arguments from a case in Iowa and another from Alabama involving claims that the criminal justice system had gone badly awry. (Thu, 05 Nov 2009 04:15:21 GMT)
Second attorney joins Jason L. Harris defense in Beason deaths
LINCOLN - A former McLean County prosecutor has agreed to serve as co-counsel for the defense in the case against Jason L. Harris, who is accused along with his brother of killing a Beason family. (Thu, 05 Nov 2009 06:34:25 GMT)
Kerik Expected to Accept Prison Term in Corruption Case
The former New York City police commissioner would resolve three criminal trials by pleading guilty to a single conspiracy charge. (Thu, 05 Nov 2009 06:53:20 GMT)
Bailiff suspended after detaining defense attorney
By Suevon Lee Staff writer A local criminal defense attorney who was handcuffed by a court bailiff and detained inside a holding cell for more than an hour at the Marion County Courthouse has wasted little time seeking legal recourse, requesting a criminal investigation be opened against the deputy. (Thu, 05 Nov 2009 11:32:54 GMT)
Teen apologizes for fatal 2007 shooting, prosecutors challenge self-defense claim
A Huntsville teen is awaiting a jury's verdict on charges he murdered a 16-year-old girl in June 2007. (Thu, 05 Nov 2009 11:50:26 GMT)
Competency questioned for masseur in porn case
Criminal proceedings have been temporarily suspended against an unlicensed San Mateo masseur after his defense attorney questioned his ability to stand trial on charges of performing a sexual act with 2-year-old child and groping an undercover police officer. (Thu, 05 Nov 2009 12:24:50 GMT)
Turner's defense attorneys ask court to rule out death penalty
Josh Turner, center, appeared for a preliminary hearing. Gazette file photo. (Thu, 05 Nov 2009 12:51:04 GMT)
State Parole Board members have strong Salem ties
He’s been a dishwasher in Brooklyn, pumped gas in Queens and worked as a salesman at a Gap store. And on Wednesday, criminal defense attorney Cesar Archilla was a step closer to becoming a member of the state Parole Board. (Thu, 05 Nov 2009 18:27:09 GMT)
Karadzic Gets Delay, and Lawyer, in War Crimes Trial
The decision of the international criminal tribunal will postpone the trial of Radovan Karadzic, the former Bosnian Serb leader, until March to allow the defense time to prepare. (Thu, 05 Nov 2009 18:46:33 GMT)
Senior rebel commander surrenders, Ugandan Defense Ministry says
A top commander with the Lord's Resistance Army has surrendered to Ugandan army troops in the Democratic Republic of Congo, the Ugandan Defense Ministry announced Thursday. (Thu, 05 Nov 2009 19:06:34 GMT)
UPDATE: Videotaped evidence delays hearing
A suppression hearing in a federal criminal case has been pushed back to January to allow prosecution and defense attorneys to review a newly discovered videotape. (Thu, 05 Nov 2009 22:14:48 GMT)
Prosecutor: Child is proof of assault of sect teen
A prosecutor in the first criminal trial stemming from the raid of a polygamist group's Texas ranch urged jurors to convict a 38-year-old member of sexual assault of a child. (Thu, 05 Nov 2009 23:16:29 GMT)
14 Charged With Insider Trading in Galleon Case
Federal prosecutors charged 14 hedge fund employees, lawyers and other investors in criminal complaints that seem to be connected to the Raj Rajaratnam case. (Thu, 05 Nov 2009 23:46:33 GMT)
Senate rejects bid to restrict Guantanamo trials
The Senate on Thursday rejected a measure that would have required prisoners charged with involvement in the September 11 attacks to stand trial in a military court rather than a criminal court. (Fri, 06 Nov 2009 00:00:06 GMT)
Texas polygamist sect member guilty of sex assault
Jurors in the first criminal trial following the raid of a polygamist group's Texas ranch have convicted a member of sexual assault of a child. (Fri, 06 Nov 2009 00:57:41 GMT)
Defense Lawyers Seek to Exclude Uncharged Conduct in Case of Murdered Lawyer
Prosecutors have said repeatedly that Robert Wone, former GC at Radio Free Asia, was tortured and sexually assaulted the night his body was found in 2006 in the Washington, D.C., home of an Arent Fox litigation partner. But the defendants are charged with conspiracy, evidence tampering and obstruction of justice -- not murder or sex crimes. Now, lawyers for Joseph Price, Victor Zaborsky and ... (Fri, 06 Nov 2009 03:46:13 GMT)
Insider-trading bust results in six arrests
Fourteen people were hit with civil and criminal charges Thursday in a dramatic expansion of the largest insider-trading investigation in at least a generation. The alleged conspirators were charged on secret wiretap evidence and on information from at least five cooperating witnesses who allegedly got payoffs for passing inside information and have pleaded guilty. The suspects reaped $40 ... (Fri, 06 Nov 2009 05:15:38 GMT)
Texas sect man guilty of sexual assault of minor
After being duped by false leads and chastised by a court for its handling of polygamist sect children, the state of Texas has won a criminal conviction in its first trial of a sect member charged with sexually assaulted an underage girl. (Fri, 06 Nov 2009 08:16:04 GMT)
Waiting to learn who pays Dixon's legal bills
Taxpayers might wind up paying fees of her seven defense lawyers Baltimore Mayor Sheila Dixon's legal bills, racked up during a years-long corruption probe that has led her to enlist seven criminal defense attorneys for a theft trial next week, could run into the hundreds of thousands of dollars, legal observers say. (Fri, 06 Nov 2009 08:51:14 GMT)
Feds set to pick new Kohring lawyer today
Former Rep. Vic Kohring, who lost his criminal defense attorney when he sued him over a car accident, will have a new one appointed by the court. (Fri, 06 Nov 2009 10:51:15 GMT)
Report: 75 percent unfit for duty
Shocking statistics from a new Department of Defense report reflect military leaders' fear that the next generation of America's armed forces may not be fit to defend this country. The report reveals that 75 percent of U.S. citizens ages 17 to 24 are unable to enlist in the military because they fail to graduate high school, have a criminal record or are physically unfit. The news in ... (Fri, 06 Nov 2009 11:24:11 GMT)
Afghan Air Strike ‘Appropriate,’ German Defense Minister Says
Nov. 6 (Bloomberg) -- German Defense Minister Karl-Theodor zu Guttenberg said that a military air strike in Afghanistan was justified, after federal prosecutors were asked to consider whether the incident might have breached German war crime laws. (Fri, 06 Nov 2009 14:40:21 GMT)
N.O. attorney jailed for contempt by in Jefferson Parish Judge Steve Windhorst after failing to show
Jason Williams, the criminal defense attorney who last year placed third in the race for New Orleans' district attorney, was sent to jail Wednesday in Gretna because he was not in court on time. Judge Steve Windhorst of the 24th... (Fri, 06 Nov 2009 17:02:24 GMT)
No criminal charges in fatal shooting of Portland hunter near John Day River
A grand jury finds that a group of hunters shot Howard Franklin Means in self-defense after Means aimed a handgun at one man and accused him of trying to steal his deer. (Fri, 06 Nov 2009 18:06:01 GMT)
Defense asks jury to clear ex-hedge fund managers
Two former Bear Stearns hedge fund managers charged with lying to investors always were honest about the risks of investing in securities linked to the volatile subprime mortgage market, a defense lawyer told a jury on Friday. A co-worker who testified at a... Bear Stearns - Hedge fund - Business - Government - Investing (Fri, 06 Nov 2009 18:14:59 GMT)
Defense Asks Jury to Clear Ex-Hedge Fund Managers
Defense attacks government's case at trial of 2 ex-Bear Stearns hedge fund managers (Fri, 06 Nov 2009 21:16:59 GMT)
Defense asks jury to clear ex-hedge fund managers
Two former Bear Stearns hedge fund managers charged with lying to investors always were honest about the risks of investing in securities linked to the volatile subprime mortgage market, a defense lawyer told a jury on Friday. (Fri, 06 Nov 2009 22:48:50 GMT)
BYU soccer coach: No criminal complaint for ponytail pull
PROVO -- A University of New Mexico player on the women's soccer team may have used unsportsmanlike conduct in a game against Brigham Young University Thursday, but it is unlikely any criminal charges (Fri, 06 Nov 2009 23:50:41 GMT)
Krazy Glue defendant Therese Ziemann to argue self-defense
CHILTON One of three women accused in a July revenge plot against a philandering Fond du Lac man may make a self-defense claim should the case reach trial. (Fri, 06 Nov 2009 23:51:39 GMT)
Alleged dog shooter says it was self defense
ARTESIA — An Artesia man faces two misdemeanor charges after shooting a neighbor's dog in his yard in what he said was self-defense, according to a police press release. (Sat, 07 Nov 2009 04:04:22 GMT)
Krazy Glue defendant may argue self-defense
CHILTON One of three women accused in a July revenge plot against a philandering Fond du Lac man may make a self-defense claim should the case reach trial. (Sat, 07 Nov 2009 10:11:40 GMT)
A Preview of the Karadzic Defense
Radovan Karadzic stopped boycotting his prosecution for war crimes at The Hague this week adding legitimacy to the trial seen as “seen as key to … closure” for the survivors and victims’ families of the Balkans genocide of the 1990s. Karadzic also asked this week for time to prepare his defense. The U.K.’s Channel 4 [...] (Sun, 08 Nov 2009 01:08:02 GMT)
UO NOTES: Ducks' defense looks to rebound from Stanford spanking
STANFORD, Calif. — The Oregon defense had its bubble burst against Stanford, giving up 505 yards and 51 points as the Cardinal dominated the Pac-10 football game Saturday. So, what happened? The Ducks had been solid, defensively, through seven games, allowing 17.1 points per game — ... (Sun, 08 Nov 2009 05:39:10 GMT)
International Criminal Tribunal for Rwanda: Independent Conference on its Legacy From the Defence Perspective
The Coordinating committee is pleased to announce the conference to be held in The Hague on 14 and 15 November 2009. Speakers include: - Ramsay Clark, New York, "International Criminal Courts for the 21st century: Equal Justice Under International Law, or War by Other Means?", (Mon, 09 Nov 2009 06:11:35 GMT)
1st act of Dixon trial: jury selection
Lawyers say race, income, empathy all could play role Today begins the process of choosing 12 Baltimore residents who will decide whether or not their mayor is a criminal. (Mon, 09 Nov 2009 08:52:19 GMT)
David Letterman's Alleged Blackmailer Headed to Court; Sources Say Halderman Intent on Trial, Raising Money For Defense
Joe Halderman, the CBS News producer accused of attempting to extort $2 million from CBS Late Show star David Letterman, will be headed to a Manhattan court on Tuesday morning for the first hearing in the criminal case against him. Will Mr. Halderman, as it is widely assumed, try and reach a hasty plea agreement with prosecutors, beginning with Tuesday's motions hearing? That's unlikely ... (Mon, 09 Nov 2009 12:32:19 GMT)
Falls officer wants 2 trials for his case
A suspended Niagara Falls police officer who faces criminal charges involving guns, drugs and sexual assault wants a federal judge to separate his case into two jury trials. (Mon, 09 Nov 2009 13:21:22 GMT)
Vegas Attorney James Bucky Buchanan Dies
James Bucky Buchanan, a criminal defense attorney who became more famous than many of his clients, died in Las Vegas over the weekend. (Mon, 09 Nov 2009 15:49:37 GMT)
Viruses Frame PC Owners for Child Porn
Pranksters, Pedophiles Exploit Unsuspecting Computer Users, Leaving Many Defenseless Against Criminal Charges (Mon, 09 Nov 2009 18:30:09 GMT)
Local attorney may represent accused shooter
A retired military attorney who now practices criminal defense law says he's been contacted by the family of the man accused in the Fort Hood massacre. (Mon, 09 Nov 2009 20:17:50 GMT)
Colorful lawyer remembered as endearing, effective
LAS VEGAS — The southern Nevada legal community is mourning a criminal defense attorney who died over the weekend as a colorful, endearing and effective lawyer. (Mon, 09 Nov 2009 22:15:34 GMT)
Lawyers seek suppression of statements in Scott murder case
Defense attorneys for a Scott County man accused of killing his parents asked a judge on Monday to s (Mon, 09 Nov 2009 23:34:27 GMT)
Bear Trial Jurors Ask for Evidence and Day Off
Jurors in the criminal trial of two former Bear Stearns hedge fund managers have been deliberating less than a day, but they have already requested several pieces of evidence, the testimony of one witness and even a day off. (Tue, 10 Nov 2009 00:00:58 GMT)
DA, defense attorney begin to sum up Junior Gotti case
A federal prosecutor Monday denounced John "Junior" Gotti as a drug kingpin and "violent street thug" who became "street boss" of the Gambino crime family, mocking the claim that he quit the mob as closing arguments in Gotti's murder and racketeering trial began. (Tue, 10 Nov 2009 00:31:38 GMT)
'Mailman's' criminal case pushes envelope
CROWN POINT | A minor criminal case with significant political baggage arrived special delivery Monday in Lake Superior Court. (Tue, 10 Nov 2009 02:00:03 GMT)
Urbana ordinance could shut down business for criminal nuisance
Urbana City Council discussed prohibiting landlords from discriminating against tenants based on criminal record and putting “criminal nuisance property out of business” at its Monday meeting. (Tue, 10 Nov 2009 06:56:15 GMT)
Can Blount play defense? Is Iverson done? And more topics in the world of sports...
Observations on a variety of subjects in the world of sports that beg for immediate comment ... I considered LeGarrette Blount’s punishment for his indiscretions at Boise – basically a lifetime ban – harsh at the time. I’ve questioned since how Oregon coach Chip Kelly ... (Tue, 10 Nov 2009 08:09:10 GMT)
Petters associate explains how alleged scam worked
A key figure in the case of a Minnesota businessman accused of orchestrating a massive Ponzi scheme acknowledged Monday that he was a disbarred lawyer with a criminal record who had entered the federal witness protection program decades earlier. (Tue, 10 Nov 2009 13:05:10 GMT)
Berlusconi to Cap Trial Length, Discuss New Immunity (Update1)
Nov. 10 (Bloomberg) -- Italian Prime Minister Silvio Berlusconi will introduce legislation limiting trials to six years for anyone without a criminal record, Chamber of Deputies President Gianfranco Fini said today after meeting the premier. (Tue, 10 Nov 2009 13:41:45 GMT)
Quadrino Schwartz Expands White Collar Criminal Defense Group With Addition of Acclaimed Trial Lawyer Bruce Barket
Quadrino Schwartz announced today that (Tue, 10 Nov 2009 17:46:00 GMT)
Jury convicts man of voluntary manslaughter in Merrillville shooting
A Lake Superior Court jury rejected a Merrillville man's claim of self-defense today when it convicted him of voluntary manslaughter and criminal recklessness in the death of a 17-year-old Merrillville boy and shooting of two of the teen's friends. During closing arguments Monday, deputy prosecutors Angela Mattozzi and Jamise Perkins argued that the jury should convict Jamarr Dajuan Williams ... (Tue, 10 Nov 2009 18:45:07 GMT)
AP Sources: Defense Dept worker looked into Hasan
U.S. officials say a Pentagon worker on a terrorism task force looked into Fort Hood shooting suspect Nidal Hasan's background months ago, and concluded he did not merit further investigation. (Tue, 10 Nov 2009 19:25:52 GMT)
Additional federal charges filed against N.J. lawyer Bergrin accused of murder, witness intimidation
Steve Hockstein/For The Star-LedgerPaul Bergrin, right, in this 2007 file photo.NEWARK -- Federal prosecutors unveiled additional prostitution, drug and bribery charges today against a once prominent Newark defense lawyer accused of running a criminal operation authorities say specialized in intimidating... (Tue, 10 Nov 2009 20:17:15 GMT)
A child porn-planting virus: Threat or bad defense?
There is some concern that malware can plant illegal child porn on innocent people's computers, but experts say that, while possible, it's not very likely. (Tue, 10 Nov 2009 22:59:19 GMT)
Defense department looked into Fort Hood shooter's background months ago
WASHINGTON (AP) — A Defense Department worker on a terrorism task force looked into Fort Hood shooting suspect Nidal Hasan’s background months ago, officials said Tuesday — providing fresh evidence the military knew worrisome details about the Army psychiatrist before the shooting rampage. (Tue, 10 Nov 2009 23:10:38 GMT)
Noura Erakat: Delusional Self-Defense, Delusional Congressional Vote
Rather than condemn Israel's act of aggression, Congress added its name to a pungent piece of manipulative delusion: that Israel's onslaught of Gaza constituted an act of self-defense. (Tue, 10 Nov 2009 23:33:44 GMT)
Blame game erupts over probe of Fort Hood suspect
Finger-pointing erupted between federal agencies Tuesday over Fort Hood shooting suspect Nidal Hasan. Government officials said a Defense Department terrorism investigator looked into Hasan's contacts with a radical imam months ago, but a military official denied prior knowledge of the Army psychiatrist's contacts with any Muslim extremists. (Wed, 11 Nov 2009 01:52:37 GMT)
Letterman Extortion Suspect Just Shopping Screenplay, Says Defense Attorney
David Letterman was on the receiving end of a sales pitch, not a shakedown, a defense lawyer said Tuesday as he argued that a TV producer accused of extorting the comic was simply peddling a screenplay. Robert J. "Joe" Halderman's lawyer asked a judge to toss the attempted first-degree grand larceny case, which spurred Letterman to acknowledge his office dalliances in a startling on-air ... (Wed, 11 Nov 2009 04:01:00 GMT)
Who Crossed the Line in Ga. Money-Laundering Case? A Defense Attorney or the Feds?
A federal prosecutor opened the federal money-laundering trial of criminal defense lawyer J. Mark Shelnutt on Tuesday by asking the jury about a monetary transaction between the attorney and his secretary, which the prosecutor says illustrates Shelnutt's crossover from honest advocate for Columbus, Ga.'s largest drug trafficker to a willing partner in the drug trafficking conspiracy. Shelnutt's ... (Wed, 11 Nov 2009 04:01:10 GMT)
Child Porn Virus: Threat or Bad Defense?
Larry Magid Addresses Fears that Computer Viruses Can Put Illegal Files on Your Computer (Wed, 11 Nov 2009 08:35:43 GMT)
Bruno seeks contributions to legal defense
ALBANY, N.Y. -- ALBANY, N.Y. (AP) -- Estimating his legal bills will reach $2.5 million, former New York Senate leader Joseph Bruno has renewed his request for contributions to his legal defense fund as his federal corruption trial showed signs... (Wed, 11 Nov 2009 09:40:07 GMT)
Did Defense shrug off Hasan's link to radical?
WASHINGTON - Finger-pointing erupted between federal agencies Tuesday over Fort Hood shooting suspect Nidal Hasan. Government officials said a Defense Department terrorism investigator looked into Hasan's contacts with a radical imam months ago, but a military official denied prior knowledge of the Army psychiatrist's contacts with any Muslim extremists. (Wed, 11 Nov 2009 12:14:05 GMT)
Lawyer: Letterman suspect just shopping screenplay
David Letterman was on the receiving end of a sales pitch, not a shakedown, a defense lawyer said Tuesday as he argued that a TV producer accused of extorting the comic was simply peddling a screenplay. (Wed, 11 Nov 2009 13:42:27 GMT)
Setback in Bear Stearns case may force gov't shift
The swift acquittal of two Bear Stearns executives in the government's criminal case tied to the financial meltdown likely will force prosecutors to rethink the evidence they planned to present in a raft of cases that have yet to go to trial, legal experts say. (Wed, 11 Nov 2009 23:28:28 GMT)
Dixon Defense Wants Developer's Testimony Barred
The trial of Baltimore Mayor Sheila Dixon on theft charges is set to begin Thursday, but a judge may consider first whether to allow testimony involving another batch of gift cards. WJZ's Mary Bubala Is Leading WJZ Complete Coverage At The Courthouse. (Wed, 11 Nov 2009 23:41:20 GMT)
Spartan senior has an edge playing offense and defense
Thomas Tutogi wants to study criminal justice in college. For the now, though, the Chula Vista High senior fullback/linebacker is content with laying down the law on the football field. Whether he’s carrying the ball or tracking down opposing ball carriers, his style is a bruising one. (Thu, 12 Nov 2009 08:11:45 GMT)
Defense attorney seeks GOP nomination for Dallas County DA
Dallas defense attorney David Finn said Wednesday that he will run for district attorney. (Thu, 12 Nov 2009 08:39:08 GMT)
Bear Stearns officials cleared in criminal case
The swift acquittal of two Bear Stearns executives in the government's criminal case tied to the financial meltdown likely will force prosecutors to rethink the evidence they planned to present in a raft of cases that have yet to go to trial, legal specialists say. Criminal cases may be percolating against executives at fallen mortgage lender Countrywide Financial Corp. and bailed-out insurance ... (Thu, 12 Nov 2009 11:21:15 GMT)
Bear Stearns Trial: How the Scapegoats Escaped
The quick “not guilty” verdict reached Tuesday afternoon by a Brooklyn jury in the federal criminal trial of two former Bear Stearns hedge fund managers was at once surprising — for its failure to conform with the zeitgeist — but also entirely understandable, based on a close reading of the prosecution’s arguments and the evidence the judge allowed to be introduced, William D. Cohan writes in ... (Thu, 12 Nov 2009 12:00:58 GMT)
Profiler: Fort Hood suspect is a loner
A criminal profiler says the Fort Hood shooting suspect fits the profile of a mass murderer better than that of a terrorist. (Thu, 12 Nov 2009 12:15:10 GMT)
Profiler: Fort Hood suspect a loner
People who knew and studied Maj. Nidal Hasan say he was a loner who had no luck finding a wife, and a criminal profiler said the Fort Hood shooting suspect fits the profile of a mass murderer better than that of a terrorist. (Thu, 12 Nov 2009 12:15:10 GMT)
Former prosecutor-turned-defense-lawyer charged with murder will argue to be released on bail
The Star-Ledger Paul Bergrin is accused of racketeering, witness tampering and murder as part of an alleged effort to sabotage criminal cases against his clientsNEWARK -- Attorneys for a once-prominent Newark lawyer who has been jailed since May on charges... (Thu, 12 Nov 2009 14:47:18 GMT)
Criminal charges expected today in legislative corruption probe
Republican Attorney General Tom Corbett today is expected to file criminal charges in the ongoing legislative corruption probe that for the past year has focused on House Republicans. (Thu, 12 Nov 2009 16:00:01 GMT)
Defense attorney is still looking for witnesses of fatal stabbing outside Hampton Bays Diner
The defense attorney representing Jermaine Holmes, the Northampton man charged with fatally stabbing 26-year-old Calvin Butts of Riverside outside the Hampton Bays Diner over Memorial Day weekend, said witnesses have been reluctant to come forward to describe the fatal encounter. (Thu, 12 Nov 2009 16:34:38 GMT)
Spartan senior has an edge playing offense and defense
Thomas Tutogi wants to study criminal justice in college. For the now, though, the Chula Vista High senior fullback/linebacker is content with laying down the law on the football field. Whether he’s carrying the ball or tracking down opposing ball carriers, his style is a bruising one. (Thu, 12 Nov 2009 19:20:05 GMT)
Colorado parents to plead guilty in balloon hoax
The parents of a Colorado boy thought to have floated away in a homemade helium balloon will plead guilty to criminal charges of staging the incident in a publicity-seeking hoax, their lawyer said on Thursday. (Thu, 12 Nov 2009 20:07:18 GMT)
Balloon Hoax Sheriff Attacks Defense Attorney
The Sheriff of Larimer County has used his department's Web site to launch an unusual attack on David Lane, Richard Heene's defense lawyer. (Thu, 12 Nov 2009 20:32:33 GMT)
Bouncer facing assault charges claims self-defense
A bouncer at a downtown bar charged with assaulting a customer said he was acting in self-defense. (Thu, 12 Nov 2009 22:08:13 GMT)
Judge says defense lawyer can stay on case
Visiting state District Judge Robert "Bert" Richardson has rejected a state move to disqualify Austin defense attorney Chris Gunter from participating in a criminal case involving former Pedernales Electric Cooperative officials. (Fri, 13 Nov 2009 05:35:48 GMT)
'It was self-defense'
Defense in Justin Bennett's murder trial set out his explanation of the struggle that killed Keona N. Johnson, who was stabbed 106 times. (Fri, 13 Nov 2009 06:41:04 GMT)
Defense lawyer: Fort Hood suspect may be paralyzed
The attorney for the Army psychiatrist accused of killing fellow soldiers at Fort Hood says doctors have told the soldier he may be paralyzed from the waist down. (Fri, 13 Nov 2009 13:50:48 GMT)
Barred from using battered woman defense
Queens Supreme Court Justice Arthur J. Cooperman has blocked the defense for Barbara Sheehan from using battered woman’s syndrome as a reason for fatally shooting her retired police sergeant husband in their Howard Beach home in February 2008. (Fri, 13 Nov 2009 18:20:49 GMT)
Act of War or Criminal Act?
Decision to try self-proclaimed 9/11 mastermind, 4 alleged accomplices in federal court sparks heated debate • Alleged Sept. 11 Conspirators to Be Tried in NYC • YOU DECIDE: Is NYC Trial the Right Call? • WH Counsel to Step Down Over Gitmo Decisions (Fri, 13 Nov 2009 20:03:22 GMT)
Fort Hood shooting suspect is paralyzed, lawyer confirms
FORT HOOD, Texas — Massacre suspect Nidal Malik Hasan is permanently paralyzed, one of his defense attorneys said Friday. Retired Col. John P. Galligan, a Texas lawyer specializing in military criminal defense, said medical staff told Hasan days ago that he will never walk again. (Fri, 13 Nov 2009 22:28:30 GMT)
St. Pete defense contractor issues microchip alert
A defense contractor under federal investigation over defective or counterfeit parts issued an international alert Friday because of a "nonconforming" microchip found inside a device designed to save military pilots from drowning. (Sat, 14 Nov 2009 00:24:00 GMT)
NSA Gonzales appointed acting defense chief
MANILA-(UPDATED)-President Gloria Macapagal Arroyo has appointed National Security Adviser Norberto Gonzales as Defense Secretary Gilbert Teodoro's replacement. (Sat, 14 Nov 2009 03:30:35 GMT)
National security adviser named defense chief
(UPDATE) President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo has tapped National Security Adviser Norberto Gonzales to replace outgoing Defense Secretary Gilbert Teodoro Jr., Malacañang said Saturday. (Sat, 14 Nov 2009 04:35:41 GMT)
Lawyer says he gets more from media than military; attorney for Fort Hood suspect confirms Hasan is paralyzed
BELTON - In the midst of one of his busiest weeks as a criminal defense attorney, John Galligan, hired to represent the man charged in 13 Fort Hood shooting deaths, still found time for humor Friday. (Sat, 14 Nov 2009 06:05:37 GMT)
Man accused of shooting at passing vehicle will go to trial
Criminal proceedings will continue against a man accused of shooting at a passing vehicle after a judge refused defense motions Friday to dismiss the case. (Sat, 14 Nov 2009 10:22:29 GMT)
Major Hasan permanently paralyzed, lawyer says
FROM THE BLADE'S NEWS SERVICES FORT HOOD, Texas - Nidal Malik Hasan, the Army psychiatrist charged with killing 13 people in a shooting spree at Fort Hood last week, is permanently paralyzed, one of his defense attorneys said yesterday. Retired Col. John P. Galligan, a Texas lawyer specializing in military criminal defense, said medical staff told Major Hasan days ago that he never will walk ... (Sat, 14 Nov 2009 10:54:01 GMT)
Barred from using battered woman defense
Queens Supreme Court Justice Arthur J. Cooperman has blocked the defense for Barbara Sheehan from using battered woman’s syndrome as a reason for fatally shooting her retired police sergeant husband in their Howard Beach home in February 2008. (Sat, 14 Nov 2009 16:58:12 GMT)
Gates blocks release of detainee abuse photos
Defense Secretary Robert Gates has blocked the public release of any more pictures of foreign detainees abused by their U.S. captors, saying their release would endanger American soldiers. (Sun, 15 Nov 2009 01:53:32 GMT)
A diatribe defense: Pros say Khalid Shaikh Mohammed will act as his own lawyer in WTC terror case
Now that the venue is finally set, a sinister question looms over the case of confessed 9/11 mastermind Khalid Shaikh Mohammed: Will he use the court as a platform to spew his sickening diatribes?. (Sun, 15 Nov 2009 03:05:00 GMT)
Assembling legal team for Sept. 11 accused will be challenge
In a military commission at Guantanamo Bay, Khalid Sheik Mohammed kicked his military attorney off the defense team, forced a civilian lawyer to sit at the back of the courtroom and reluctantly accepted the presence of another advisory civilian counsel to help him defend himself. (Sun, 15 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT)
Lawyer says he gets more from media than military; attorney for Fort Hood suspect confirms Hasan is paralyzed
BELTON - In the midst of one of his busiest weeks as a criminal defense attorney, John Galligan, hired to represent the man charged in 13 Fort Hood shooting deaths, still found time for humor Friday. (Sun, 15 Nov 2009 06:06:39 GMT)
Gates blocks release of detainee abuse pics
Defense Secretary Robert Gates has blocked the public release of any more pictures of foreign detainees abused by their U.S. captors, saying their release would endanger American soldiers. (Sun, 15 Nov 2009 11:20:32 GMT)
Defense Secretary Robert Gates blocks detainee abuse photos
Defense Secretary Robert Gates has blocked the public release of any more pictures of foreign detainees abused by their U.S. captors, saying their release would endanger American soldiers. (Sun, 15 Nov 2009 19:58:00 GMT)
Texans too quiet about their state’s broken justice system
The state’s criminal justice system will remain full of injustices if residents don’t start speaking out against them. (Mon, 16 Nov 2009 01:33:04 GMT)
Coleen Rowley: Khalid Sheikh Mohammed's Criminal Trial May Shine Light on Roots of Terrorism
The most pragmatic method of determining the guilt or innocence of criminals like Khalid Sheikh Mohammed has always been in criminal court. Rush Limbaugh and his ilk are very wrong about this. (Mon, 16 Nov 2009 05:16:16 GMT)
Lawyer says he gets more from media than military; attorney for Fort Hood suspect confirms Hasan is paralyzed
BELTON - In the midst of one of his busiest weeks as a criminal defense attorney, John Galligan, hired to represent the man charged in 13 Fort Hood shooting deaths, still found time for humor Friday. (Mon, 16 Nov 2009 06:07:48 GMT)
Giuliani Criticizes Terror Trials in New York
Rudolph W. Giuliani, mayor of New York at the time of the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks, said on Sunday that the Obama administration's decision to try Khalid Shaikh Mohammed, the self-described mastermind of the attacks, in a civilian court in Manhattan would unnecessarily cost millions of dollars for security, create legal advantages for the defense and symbolically deny that the United States is ... (Mon, 16 Nov 2009 07:46:59 GMT)
Former AG Mukasey: Terror Cases Don't Belong in Federal Court
Former Attorney General Michael Mukasey on Friday criticized the Justice Department for its decision to prosecute five terror suspects in federal district court in New York, saying it risks creating sweeping new law that will affect routine criminal cases. (Mon, 16 Nov 2009 08:01:44 GMT)
Barred from using battered woman defense
Queens Supreme Court Justice Arthur J. Cooperman has blocked the defense for Barbara Sheehan from using battered woman’s syndrome as a reason for fatally shooting her retired police sergeant husband in their Howard Beach home in February 2008. (Mon, 16 Nov 2009 12:28:12 GMT)
UK war criminal: We kicked and punched Iraqis
A British soldier convicted of a war crime in Iraq says troops there frequently punched and kicked Iraqi prisoners. (Mon, 16 Nov 2009 12:46:04 GMT)
UK war criminal: We kicked and punched Iraqis
LONDON (AP) - A British soldier convicted of a war crime in Iraq says troops there frequently punched and kicked Iraqi prisoners. Former corporal Donald Payne says he covered up some of the abuses out of sense of "misguided loyalty." (Mon, 16 Nov 2009 13:09:35 GMT)
Barred from using battered woman defense
Queens Supreme Court Justice Arthur J. Cooperman has blocked the defense for Barbara Sheehan from using battered woman’s syndrome as a reason for fatally shooting her retired police sergeant husband in their Howard Beach home in February 2008. (Mon, 16 Nov 2009 14:28:41 GMT)
Chattanooga: Fatal shooting case sent to criminal court
The case of an 18-year-old charged with criminal homicide was bound over to criminal court this morning. (Mon, 16 Nov 2009 17:16:18 GMT)
Experts Outline Hurdles for Defense of Hasan
Defending Maj. Nidal Malik Hasan, accused of the Fort Hood killings, is the kind of test many lawyers dread, and some live for. (Mon, 16 Nov 2009 17:57:13 GMT)
Attorney Says Murder At Park Was Case Of Self-Defense
Attorney Matt Brown said Monday a fatal shooting at Riverside Park on Nov. 5 was a case of self-defense, noting that Edward Jackson III was being beaten by two other men. (Mon, 16 Nov 2009 18:19:45 GMT)
UK war criminal: Troops kicked and punched Iraqis
Britain's first convicted war criminal said Monday that some of his fellow soldiers frequently beat Iraqi detainees. (Mon, 16 Nov 2009 20:47:31 GMT)
Bogus bidder loses shot at global-warming defense
A federal judge Monday rejected Tim DeChristopher's bid to show the imminent threat posed by climate change justified his bogus bids during a Bureau of Land Management oil and gas lease auction. (Mon, 16 Nov 2009 22:44:06 GMT)
Judge bars necessity defense for DeChristopher
The defense of a University of Utah student accused of placing bogus bids in a federal oil and gas lease auction took a major... (Tue, 17 Nov 2009 01:37:48 GMT)
Judge shopping case prolonged with recusal of judge
A Hamilton County Criminal Court judge recused himself Monday in a case in which a defense attorney has accused a state agency and at least two general sessions judges of “judge shopping.” (Tue, 17 Nov 2009 05:06:29 GMT)
New York City And The Criminal Justice System Is Not The Proper Place To Determine Khalid Sheikh Mohammed's Fate
The administration's decision to try Khalid Sheikh Mohammed in federal criminal court in New York shows that President Obama is not serious about our national security. (Tue, 17 Nov 2009 05:10:52 GMT)
Lawyer says he gets more from media than military; attorney for Fort Hood suspect confirms Hasan is paralyzed
BELTON - In the midst of one of his busiest weeks as a criminal defense attorney, John Galligan, hired to represent the man charged in 13 Fort Hood shooting deaths, still found time for humor Friday. (Tue, 17 Nov 2009 06:08:59 GMT)
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