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Insider Faces Sentencing in ’07 Case
Mark Lenowitz is to be sentenced Thursday for his role in a criminal case that was described in 2007 as the largest insider-trading crackdown in 20 years. (Wed, 20 Jan 2010 02:18:37 GMT)
Briley Piper defense to quiz former DCI agent
DEADWOOD -- Death row inmate Briley Piper is looking for help from a former criminal investigator to support his motion to withdraw his guilty plea and overturn his conviction in the March 2000 murder of Chester Allan Poage. (Wed, 20 Jan 2010 03:06:04 GMT)
Thompson takes stand, testimony ends
Testimony concluded Tuesday in the federal criminal trial of Mike Thompson, with the former executive director of Poverty Point Reservoir District testifying in his own defense. (Wed, 20 Jan 2010 07:25:48 GMT)
Defense: Faith healers thought son had cold
The prosecutor in the trial of an Oregon City couple charged with criminally negligent homicide in the faith-healing death of their 16-year-old son said the teen should never have died. (Wed, 20 Jan 2010 07:37:07 GMT)
Insanity defense raised
WORCESTER - A Turners Falls woman is raising an insanity defense to charges of trying to murder her 2-year-old daughter with a pair of scissors in the laundry room of a Gardner apartment complex. (Wed, 20 Jan 2010 09:38:16 GMT)
Pamela Merchant: Is There a War Criminal Living in Your Backyard?
If you live in our nation's capitol, one of your neighbors is Mohamed Ali Samantar, the former Minister of Defense for Somalia under the brutal Siad Barre regime. Is he above U.S. law? (Wed, 20 Jan 2010 15:51:51 GMT)
Veteran lawyer to represent accused cop killer
Fillmore » A judge on Wednesday appointed veteran criminal defense attorney Stephen McCaughey and his nephew Jeremy Delicino to represent an accused cop killer facing the death penalty. (Wed, 20 Jan 2010 17:29:06 GMT)
Accused cop killer gets veteran attorney
Filmore, Utah (ABC 4 News) - The man accused of killing a Millard County Sheriff's Deputy now has an attorney. Roberto Roman was in court Wednesday in Millard County. He is charged with capital murder in the shooting death of Deputy Josie Greathouse Fox during a traffic stop near Delta on January 5. In court, a judge appointed veteran criminal defense attorney Stephen McCaughey and his ... (Wed, 20 Jan 2010 20:20:59 GMT)
Insanity defense raised
WORCESTER - A Turners Falls woman is raising an insanity defense to charges of trying to murder her 2-year-old daughter with a pair of scissors in the laundry room of a Gardner apartment complex. (Wed, 20 Jan 2010 21:22:28 GMT)
More candidates for Sonoma County judgeships
By PAUL PAYNE THE PRESS DEMOCRAT A Sonoma County prosecutor, a well-known criminal defense attorney and the dean of Empire Law School have emerged as the latest possible candidates in the 2010 elections to fill openings on the Sonoma County Superior Court bench. (Wed, 20 Jan 2010 21:56:00 GMT)
Miscommunication led to disorder in the Texas Court of Criminal Appeals
"Any reasonable person, having gone through this ordeal, surely would realize that open communication, particularly during the hectic few hours before an execution, would benefit the interests of justice," a special master says. Has Court of Criminal Appeals Presiding Judge Sharon Keller learned that lesson? (Thu, 21 Jan 2010 01:52:55 GMT)
Defendant attacks Hub defense lawyer
Middlesex Superior Court officers had to peel an accused murderer off one of Boston's best-known criminal... (Thu, 21 Jan 2010 05:31:15 GMT)
Judge Barraza on Trial: Taped conversations forced, defense says
EL PASO -- Jurors in state judge Manuel Barraza's trial on Wednesday heard five tape recordings that prosecutors say prove he was seeking sex from women in exchange for judicial favors. But during cross-examination, the defense pointed out that FBI agents asked a witness to call Barraza, record him and force him to talk about sex. (Thu, 21 Jan 2010 07:12:10 GMT)
Criminal charges are thrown out in alleged surfing scuffle
In a case of surf rage heard in San Luis Obispo Superior Court this week, one surfer accused another (Thu, 21 Jan 2010 07:24:28 GMT)
Defense says agents cast shadow on wiretap push
Undercover agents who investigated one-time Stanislaus County sheriff's deputy Bob Holloway tes (Thu, 21 Jan 2010 07:36:34 GMT)
New York Firm Buys Local Defense Contractor
Kuchera Defense Systems -- a local defense firm that has been under federal scrutiny for the past year -- has been sold. (Thu, 21 Jan 2010 17:49:48 GMT)
Lesbian defense feared in criminal case
NEW YORK, Jan. 21 (UPI) -- Prosecutors in New York said they are preparing to counter a possible lesbian defense in regards to a prostitution case involving two strippers. (Thu, 21 Jan 2010 18:50:20 GMT)
Cop Richard Kern's defense in sodomy trial: Michael Mineo did it to himself
Lawyers for three cops charged in a sodomy attack on a suspect attacked the alleged victim in opening arguments Thursday as a liar who caused his own injuries while cuffed behind his back. (Thu, 21 Jan 2010 20:06:00 GMT)
Mary Rose Wilcox's attorney seeks dismissal of charges
A defense attorney for indicted Maricopa County Supervisor Mary Rose Wilcox is seeking to have the criminal charges against her tossed, alleging that the grand jury wasn't told of critical information and that, in some instances, was given misleading or false testimony. (Thu, 21 Jan 2010 20:10:32 GMT)
Tommie Boyd Arraigned, Charged With Criminal Sexual Conduct
What's Your Reaction? ROSEVILLE, Mich. — Former Detroit Lions wide receiver Tommie Boyd has been charged with criminal sexual conduct after authorities say the high school track coach had sexual contact with a teenage student. (Thu, 21 Jan 2010 21:38:21 GMT)
Teen identifies Bay City man as attacker but defense attorney Ed Czuprynski says someone else confessed
The case against a Bay City man accused of groping a 12-year-old girl took another unexpected turn Thursday when defense attorney Edward M. Czuprynski said he has received information that police and prosecutors should have released to him eight months... (Fri, 22 Jan 2010 00:20:47 GMT)
Dassey defense: Investigator wanted to pin murder on Avery
MANITOWOC Brendan Dasseys appeal attorneys contend a private investigator hired to help him after he was charged with raping and killing Teresa Halbach was disloyal and intent on helping convict Dasseys uncle for the murder. (Fri, 22 Jan 2010 10:22:25 GMT)
Colorado Lawyer Steven Louth Launches 24 Hour Lawyer Hotline Curvball.com
BOULDER, CO--(Marketwire - January 22, 2010) - As an experienced Colorado lawyer , Steven Louth has tried numerous felony jury trials with outstanding success, earning a reputation as one of Boulder County's most successful criminal defense attorneys. Now the Colorado attorney is experiencing success outside of the courtroom with the launch of the brand new, 24 hour lawyer hotline Curvball.com ... (Fri, 22 Jan 2010 11:02:58 GMT)
Facebook Legal Defense: Social-Network Evidence as Alibi
Facebook may be great at connecting long-lost friends, but could the social-networking site also be used as a legal defense? (Fri, 22 Jan 2010 18:13:14 GMT)
Facebook Legal Defense: Social-Network Evidence as Alibi
Facebook may be great at connecting long-lost friends, but could it also be used as a legal defense? (Fri, 22 Jan 2010 18:14:50 GMT)
Judge: No paying for defense
By KEVIN McCALLUM THE PRESS DEMOCRAT A Marin County judge has blocked an insurance company from continuing to pay for the criminal defense of Gary Armitage (shown) and James Koenig, who have been accused of masterminding a massive Ponzi scam. (Fri, 22 Jan 2010 22:55:51 GMT)
UPDATED: Judge rules Koenig can't use insurance policy for defense costs
A Marin County judge has blocked an insurance company from continuing to pay for the criminal defense of Gary Armitage and James Koenig, who have been accused of masterminding a massive Ponzi scam.Judge Michael Dufficy issued the order Friday, a day after attorneys sparred over whether the men or their alleged victims should have access to a $5 million insurance policy.Attorneys for National ... (Fri, 22 Jan 2010 22:58:00 GMT)
Manslaughter defense possible in abortion killing
WICHITA, Kan. (AP) — A man accused of killing one of the nation’s few late-term abortion providers can try to build a case that the slaying was voluntary manslaughter because he sincerely believed it was necessary to save unborn babies, a Kansas judge ruled Friday. (Sat, 23 Jan 2010 01:20:14 GMT)
Crime & legal issues notebook: Sen. Webb's bill to review criminal justice system gains support
U.S. Sen. Jim Webb's bill to undertake a broad review of the nation's criminal justice system — on the basis that the one we have isn't working — is one step closer to fruition. (Sat, 23 Jan 2010 04:42:13 GMT)
Defense: Brendan Dassey was under pressure to recant confession that he helped uncle Steven Avery kill Teresa Halbach
MANITOWOC Brendan Dassey was under tremendous pressure by family members to recant his confession that he and his uncle Steven Avery killed Teresa Halbach in 2005, according to evidence presented Friday at an appeals hearing. (Sat, 23 Jan 2010 10:34:05 GMT)
Manslaughter defense possible in abortion killing
WICHITA, Kan. (AP) — A man accused of killing one of the nation’s few late-term abortion providers can try to build a case that the slaying was voluntary manslaughter because he sincerely believed it was necessary to save unborn babies, a Kansas judge ruled Friday. (Sat, 23 Jan 2010 11:42:16 GMT)
Brown's defense of 'Jeans Day' fund leaves questions
In an attempt to smooth out the "Jeans Day" controversy in her office,Cook County Circuit Court Clerk Dorothy Brown seemed only to add morewrinkles to it Friday. During a press conference, Brown tried to address questions about whather office does with the $3 a day or $10 a week her employees canvoluntarily fork over to wear denim to the office. (Sat, 23 Jan 2010 13:44:25 GMT)
Lawyers offer closing arguments in Dossett Leath murder trial
KNOXVILLE - For the second time, Raynella Dosset Leath's fate is in the hands of a Criminal Court jury.On Sunday morning, the jurors will begin deliberating the first-degree murder case in which she is charged with killing her husband, popular West Knoxville barber David Leath.The first trial ended last year with a deadlocked jury. Special prosecutors rested their case on Friday. The defense ... (Sat, 23 Jan 2010 22:34:00 GMT)
Dossett Leath accused of killing 2nd husband
A Knox County Criminal Court jury today will begin deliberating the fate of Raynella Dossett Leath, 61, accused of killing her second husband in 2003.The jurors heard impassioned closing arguments Saturday afternoon, after the defense rested its case. A team of special prosecutors concluded its case on Friday."The rest of this woman's life is now in your hands," defense attorney Paula Ham told ... (Sun, 24 Jan 2010 03:46:00 GMT)
First-year prosecutor gets attention
CALDWELL — In a county that saw its court case load double over a period of six years — from 4,145 in 2002 to 8,808 in 2008, newly-elected prosecuting attorney John Bujak made constituents some big promises — and those were just what Bujak refers to as "tier one" on his to-do list. First, an overhaul of the organizational structure would occur, vowed the former Nampa criminal defense attorney ... (Sun, 24 Jan 2010 06:54:05 GMT)
Manslaughter defense possible in abortion killing
WICHITA, Kan. (AP) — A man accused of killing one of the nation’s few late-term abortion providers can try to build a case that the slaying was voluntary manslaughter because he sincerely believed it was necessary to save unborn babies, a Kansas judge ruled Friday. (Sun, 24 Jan 2010 11:40:22 GMT)
Manslaughter defense possible in abortion killing
WICHITA, Kan. (AP) — A man accused of killing one of the nation’s few late-term abortion providers can try to build a case that the slaying was voluntary manslaughter because he sincerely believed it was necessary to save unborn babies, a Kansas judge ruled Friday. (Sun, 24 Jan 2010 16:19:56 GMT)
Jay V. Surgent: Scarinci Hollenbeck
Jay V. Surgent was elected a partner of the law firm Scarinci Hollenbeck, Lyndhurst. He practices in the area of white-collar criminal defense. He was previously counsel to the firm. (Mon, 25 Jan 2010 06:55:38 GMT)
Candidates line up for Superior Court judgeships
By PAUL PAYNE THE PRESS DEMOCRAT A Sonoma County prosecutor, a well-known criminal defense attorney and the dean of Empire Law School have emerged as possible candidates in the upcoming election for openings on the Sonoma County Superior Court bench. (Mon, 25 Jan 2010 07:26:04 GMT)
Thai-ASEAN News Network
The Army chief reveals the result of a disciplinary probe against a pro-Thaksin general suspected of involvement in the grenade attack at his office will be forwarded to the Defense Ministry within this month. He also denies staging an arms seizure to frame the officer. (Mon, 25 Jan 2010 09:40:57 GMT)
Justices to hear Arthur appeal
By Dennis Sherer, Staff Writer Alabama Court of Criminal Appeals justices will hear arguments Tuesday from defense attorneys seeking to have Tommy Arthur's capital murder conviction overturned. (Mon, 25 Jan 2010 09:44:06 GMT)
Group airs courthouse concerns
The local judicial system is hurting. That much was clear during the Forsyth County Criminal Defense Bar’s meeting Friday. (Mon, 25 Jan 2010 14:08:41 GMT)
Defense opens today in Beagley faith-healing trial with medical experts
Defense attorneys will call medical experts to the stand Monday morning in the trial of Jeffrey and Marci Beagley, the Oregon City couple who are accused of criminally negligent homicide for failing to provide adequate medical care to their 16-year-old son, Neil Beagley. (Mon, 25 Jan 2010 14:10:39 GMT)
Defense attorneys, court clerk plead guilty in ticket-fixing case
Four Johnston County defense attorneys and a former court clerk pleaded guilty Monday to illegally dismissing traffic cases, including drunken driving citations. (Mon, 25 Jan 2010 16:12:47 GMT)
Alan Dershowitz: A Legal Legend Passes
This past weekend, the world lost one of the greatest criminal lawyers of the past half century. As a prosecutor and defense attorney alike, Jack Litman was one heck of a lawyer. (Mon, 25 Jan 2010 22:22:04 GMT)
Etheredge Defense: Investors Bear Some Responsibility
In the Thomas Etheredge securities fraud trial the defense tries to prove that the former owner of Wild West World did not mislead investors. (Mon, 25 Jan 2010 23:34:30 GMT)
Drug trafficker sentenced to 15 years in prison
A California man who said he turned to crime when he couldn't support his family by legitimate means was sentenced to up to 15 years in prison on Monday. Francisco Reyes-Vizcarra's only previous criminal history was entering the country illegally, according to defense attorney Kristine Brown. His record revealed that he has been deported four times. But on Nov. 10, 2009, the 31-year-old was ... (Mon, 25 Jan 2010 23:50:00 GMT)
Shooting Was Self-Defense?
A Florida man accused of killing a man last summer at a Billings hotel may argue the shooting was self-defense. (Tue, 26 Jan 2010 02:44:39 GMT)
Former prosecutor to work with defense attorney Ed Brass
SALT LAKE CITY — Working as a prosecutor for eight years was educational and rewarding, but there came a time when Kim... (Tue, 26 Jan 2010 04:31:29 GMT)
Faith-healing defense introduces ‘silent killer’ concept
The defense in the faith-healing trial in the June 2008 death of 16-year-old Neil Beagley began its case Monday with a medical expert witness who said the teen's symptoms weren’t necessarily so bad that a reasonable person would think he could have died. The prosecution, laying its case ... (Tue, 26 Jan 2010 04:54:40 GMT)
Bankruptcy, Criminal, and Family Law Attorney Keith Maynard Joins North Florida Law Firm of Wood, Atter & Wolf, P.A.
The North Florida law firm of Wood, Atter & Wolf, P.A., with offices in downtown Jacksonville and Ponte Vedra Beach, has announced the addition of a new associate, Keith Maynard, to the legal team. Maynard will be based in the firm’s downtown Jacksonville, Florida office, and will focus on family law, bankruptcy, criminal law, consumer law, foreclosure defense, and real estate law. (Tue, 26 Jan 2010 13:00:00 GMT)
Incumbent clerk of Criminal Court has one challenger
In 2006, when the controversial Kimberly Williamson Butler opted not to seek re-election as clerk of Criminal Court and instead run for mayor, 11 people lined up to replace her. (Tue, 26 Jan 2010 17:02:14 GMT)
Ukrainian PM says criminal charges against her in Russia dropped
Ukrainian Prime Minister and presidential candidate Yulia Tymoshenko said the criminal case opened against her in Russia was closed due to a lack of evidence. (Tue, 26 Jan 2010 19:51:16 GMT)
Defense attorneys in rare murder case demand evidence from prosecution
Robert Henry Barrios Photo by: Special to The Times Four young defendants facing conspiracy and murder charges will wait another two months before setting a date for their preliminary hearing as their defense attorneys fight to get a hold of more evidence. Although the defendants have not officially entered pleas, they will eventually plead not guilty, which will trigger a preliminary hearing ... (Tue, 26 Jan 2010 20:29:03 GMT)
Defense attorneys in rare murder case demand evidence from prosecution
Heather Marie Ashford Photo by: Special to The Dispatch Four young defendants facing conspiracy and murder charges will wait another two months before setting a date for their preliminary hearing as their defense attorneys fight to get a hold of more evidence. Although the defendants have not officially entered pleas, they will eventually plea not guilty, which will trigger a preliminary hearing ... (Tue, 26 Jan 2010 20:39:03 GMT)
Reggae singer's defense says he's a victim of entrapment
An attorney for Jamaican reggae singer Buju Banton says in court papers filed today he may use an entrapment defense in the Grammy nominee's federal drug case. (Tue, 26 Jan 2010 22:09:00 GMT)
Lloyd’s Must Pay for Stanford’s Defense, Judge Says (Update1)
Jan. 26 (Bloomberg) -- R. Allen Stanford can use his companies’ Lloyd’s of London directors and officers insurance policies to pay lawyers to defend him against charges he defrauded investors of more than $7 billion, a U.S. judge ruled. (Tue, 26 Jan 2010 22:12:15 GMT)
Lloyds made to fund alleged swindler's defense
A US federal judge ordered insurer Lloyd's of London to pay for alleged swindler Allen Stanford's defense. (Tue, 26 Jan 2010 23:37:42 GMT)
Defense predicts false testimony by convicted murderer in AIM slaying
The defense has asked a federal judge not to allow convicted murderer Arlo Looking Cloud to testify at the Feb. 16 murder trial of Richard "Dickie" Marshall and John Graham, saying Looking Cloud intends to provide false testimony about the 1975 slaying of American Indian Movement activist Annie Mae Aquash. (Wed, 27 Jan 2010 01:06:04 GMT)
Defense says blinded suspect meant no harm to officer
SAN BERNARDINO - Terrell Markham had no intention of harming the police officer who shot and blinded him after a foot chase in 2007 and ran because he was afraid of getting in trouble, his defense attorney said Tuesday. (Wed, 27 Jan 2010 02:31:53 GMT)
'Habitual criminal' James Fuller gets life in prison
Defiant to the end, James Fuller told a Peoria County judge he wouldn't beg for mercy nor show remorse for a series of sexual assaults that he claims he didn't commit. But that didn't change a thing as Fuller, 44, was sentenced to life in prison without parole. It was a foregone conclusion that was the outcome of Tuesday's hearing as Fuller's past criminal history, which includes a 1981 rape ... (Wed, 27 Jan 2010 03:33:53 GMT)
Defense in artifacts sting seeks informant's records
A defense attorney is seeking an address book, recordings and other information in an attempt to challenge the integrity of an undercover operative key to a multistate investigation into illegal artifact trafficking. (Wed, 27 Jan 2010 04:44:16 GMT)
Judge: Stanford may use insurance funds for defense
Judge: Stanford may use insurance funds for defense (Wed, 27 Jan 2010 05:22:38 GMT)
Lloyd's Ordered to Pay Alleged Swindler Stanford's Defense Costs
A U.S. federal judge ordered insurer Lloyd's of London Tuesday to pay for alleged swindler Allen Stanford's defense. Stanford and three other defendants sued the insurer after Lloyd's stopped ... (Wed, 27 Jan 2010 06:12:11 GMT)
Aggressive Criminal Defense Firm in Las Vegas is Dedicated to Affordably Clearing Up Driving Records
Experienced and aggressive attorneys have opened a criminal defense law firm in Las Vegas that will clear up driving records at very affordable prices. Nobody should keep driving illegally with warrants. Bridger Law Group is dedicated to helping clients avoid jail time and thousands of dollars in fines by quashing their warrants and handling their traffic tickets at reasonable prices. (Wed, 27 Jan 2010 07:00:00 GMT)
D & O insurers must pay defense costs in Stanford case: Judge
HOUSTON—Insurers for directors and officers accused by federal authorities of operating a $7 billion Ponzi scheme must pay defense costs for the criminal defendants, a federal judge has ruled. (Wed, 27 Jan 2010 21:27:45 GMT)
Money from Nunn's home sale can pay for criminal defense, judge rules
Fayette Circuit Judge James Ishmael has ruled that $137,000.87 held in a law firm's escrow acco (Wed, 27 Jan 2010 22:58:15 GMT)
Reputed mobster to be sentenced for tax evasion
To the feds, Rudy Fratto is a top Chicago mobster.A man who posed a significant threat to the safety of a top federal mob witness.But to Fratto's defense attorney, he's something less than a criminal mastermind.Fratto, 65, of Darien, who pleaded guilty to tax evasion in October, left behind as evidence "a paper trail any first-year accounting student could not fail to pick up!" his attorney ... (Thu, 28 Jan 2010 00:31:24 GMT)
Defense To Begin In Scott Roeder Trial
The defense is expected to begin its case in the Scott Roeder case on Thursday. (Thu, 28 Jan 2010 00:54:54 GMT)
Roeder To Testify In Own Defense
Prosecutors wrapped up their case against Scott Roeder. The defense takes over Thursday and the man accused of killing Dr. George Tiller is expected to take the stand in his own defense. (Thu, 28 Jan 2010 01:10:26 GMT)
Former Detroit Lions wide receiver Tommie Boyd facing additional criminal charge
Former Lions wide receiver Tommie Boyd faces another criminal sexual conduct charge after authorities say the high school track coach had sexual contact with a third teen student. (Thu, 28 Jan 2010 03:27:27 GMT)
Judge Puts 2 Insurers on the Hook for Defense Costs for Stanford, 3 Executives
Senior U.S. District Judge David Hittner of Houston issued on Tuesday a preliminary injunction that orders two insurance companies to advance defense costs to Stanford Financial Group executives facing criminal charges and civil litigation. Allen Stanford and three other Stanford Financial Group defendants -- Laura Pendergest-Holt, Gilberto Lopez Jr. and Mark Kuhrt -- filed the coverage suit ... (Thu, 28 Jan 2010 05:17:01 GMT)
Shelby County DA can't use seized funds for defense
In an opinion released last week, Attorney General Greg Abbott ruled that Shelby County District Attorney Lynda K. Russell could not use the same forfeited funds she is accused of illegally obtaining to pay for her legal defense in a July 2008 civil lawsuit. His ruling also stated that it would not be the duty of the county commissioners court to pay for that defense or the obligation of the ... (Thu, 28 Jan 2010 05:35:57 GMT)
VISTA: Battle brewing over evidence in criminal cases
A defense attorney on Wednesday accused Vista-based prosecutorsof repeatedly withholding evidence that could favor accusedcriminals ---- an action that could potentially jeopardize adefendant's right to a fair trial. (Thu, 28 Jan 2010 06:06:20 GMT)
Judge Puts 2 Insurers on the Hook for Defense Costs for Stanford, 3 Executives
Senior U.S. District Judge David Hittner of Houston issued on Tuesday a preliminary injunction that orders two insurance companies to advance defense costs to Stanford Financial Group executives facing criminal charges and civil litigation. (Thu, 28 Jan 2010 08:02:32 GMT)
Man takes stand in defense on charges of taking wife hostage
By ERICA BLAKE BLADE STAFF WRITER During often tearful testimony in which he insisted his actions were a result of several incidents concerning his children, Michael Swiergosz took the stand in his own defense Thursday on day two of his trial in Lucas County Common Pleas Court. Swiergosz, 47, is charged with three counts of kidnapping, one count of felonious assault, two counts of rape, and one ... (Thu, 28 Jan 2010 11:22:52 GMT)
Escrow funds to pay for Nunn’s defense
Fayette Circuit Judge James Ishmael has ruled that $137,000.87 held in a law firm’s escrow account may be released from the account to pay for former state Rep. Steve Nunn’s defense in criminal court. (Thu, 28 Jan 2010 17:32:31 GMT)
In His Own Defense, Man Admits Killing Abortion Provider
Scott Roeder’s lawyers want jurors to consider his opposition to abortion as a valid motive for shooting George R. Tiller. (Thu, 28 Jan 2010 20:45:11 GMT)
Defense plans to 'test' integrity of officers
others also read... Two police officers working on the "Surrey Six" murder investigation – who are now under investigation themselves – will be the focus of a defense lawyer for one of the accused in the case. (Thu, 28 Jan 2010 21:35:11 GMT)
Accused murderer Michael Moffett will argue self-defense in Sheboygan case
Michael Moffett will claim he acted in self-defense when he goes on trial in March for allegedly shooting and killing a Milwaukee man on a Sheboygan street, his attorney said this morning. (Fri, 29 Jan 2010 16:04:35 GMT)
Judge Blasts Lawyer-Turned-Author on Ethics, Intellectual Honesty Over Defense of Ex-Client
Three years after publishing a book in which he criticized New York City Criminal Court judges as "belligerent" and "spoiled divas," a lawyer-turned-author has become the recipient of harsh words from the bench for his conduct in a proceeding involving a former client. David Feige left the Bronx Defenders to write "Indefensible," a chronicle of his legal career. Subtitled "One Lawyer's Journey ... (Fri, 29 Jan 2010 18:30:20 GMT)
Rep. paid big bucks for legal defense
Pete Visclosky’s reelection campaign shelled out more than $41k last year to his former chief of staff. (Sat, 30 Jan 2010 02:51:36 GMT)
Shooting suspect will claim he acted in self-defense
Michael Moffett will claim he acted in self-defense when he goes on trial in March for allegedly shooting and killing a Milwaukee man on a Sheboygan street, his attorney said Friday. (Sat, 30 Jan 2010 10:05:59 GMT)
Ober|Kaler Adds Lateral to White Collar Defense Practice - Attorney Announcements
WASHINGTON, DC – January 29, 2010 The law firm Ober|Kaler announced today that Anthony J. Burba has joined the firm’s White Collar Defense and Health Law Groups in the Washington, D.C. office. (Sun, 31 Jan 2010 02:38:05 GMT)
McElroy: Burchett bill a slap at defense lawyers
Remember the climatic scene in "To Kill a Mockingbird?" Atticus Finch is cross-examining Mayella Ewell, the white woman who has accused a black man, Tom Robinson , of rape."Who beat you up? Tom Robinson or your father?"No answer."What did your father see in the window, the crime of rape or the best defense to it? Why don't you tell the truth, child, didn't Bob Ewell beat you up?"The truth does ... (Sun, 31 Jan 2010 02:46:00 GMT)
Manslaughter defense possible in abortion killing
WICHITA, Kan. (AP) — A man accused of killing one of the nation’s few late-term abortion providers can try to build a case that the slaying was voluntary manslaughter because he sincerely believed it was necessary to save unborn babies, a Kansas judge ruled Friday. (Sun, 31 Jan 2010 10:26:34 GMT)
Mother touts self-confidence from self-defense class
Petite mother of three Robyn Whitlock opened her eyes to find herself being straddled by an angry, 300-pound man. She was terrified -- but knew what to do. At first, she went along with him, anxious not to be hurt. Her heart pounding, she whispered, "I'll do whatever you want."As her assailant let down his guard for a brief moment, she coiled herself into a ball, rolled her body back, flipped ... (Sun, 31 Jan 2010 10:32:36 GMT)
Israel: Slain Hamas figure smuggled arms from Iran
Israeli defense officials say a Hamas commander assassinated in Dubai played a central role in smuggling weapons from Iran to Gaza militants. (Sun, 31 Jan 2010 12:08:04 GMT)
Manslaughter defense possible in abortion killing
WICHITA, Kan. (AP) — A man accused of killing one of the nation’s few late-term abortion providers can try to build a case that the slaying was voluntary manslaughter because he sincerely believed it was necessary to save unborn babies, a Kansas judge ruled Friday. (Sun, 31 Jan 2010 15:26:25 GMT)
Stanford D&O insurers must pay defense costs
HOUSTON—Insurers for directors and officers accused by federal authorities of operating a $7 billion Ponzi scheme must pay defense costs for the criminal defendants, a federal judge has ruled. (Sun, 31 Jan 2010 22:29:52 GMT)
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