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Defense questions entry of new lawyer
THE defense in the criminal complaint against SPO1 Adonis Dumpit questioned the entry of appearance of a lawyer whom the prosecution reportedly hired to act as private prosecutor to speed up the case. read more (Mon, 01 Feb 2010 01:32:55 GMT)

Moving to the defense
What would make a Coconino County prosecutor move across theaisle and become a private criminal defense attorney? (Mon, 01 Feb 2010 05:23:10 GMT)

Criminal charges for Cape Coral councilman hinge on intent
For Cape Coral Councilman Eric Grill, it's a fine line between civil court and possibly jail. (Mon, 01 Feb 2010 06:16:10 GMT)

Plain Talk: Gableman's embrace of defense attorneys rings hollow
Wisconsin's newest member of the Supreme Court, Michael Gableman, now insists he really likes criminal defense lawyers. (Mon, 01 Feb 2010 11:32:31 GMT)

Thai-ASEAN News Network
A pro-Thaksin Army general has filed treason charges against the defense minister and the Army chief after reporting to police to acknowledge criminal charges against him. (Mon, 01 Feb 2010 12:26:18 GMT)

Update: Prosecution, defense talking about proceeding with DNA-testing 'Stocking Strangler' evidence
By the time court was adjourned near noon today, not much progress publicly had been made in determining whether to DNA-test evidence from Columbus’ 1970s “Stocking Stranglings” to see whether it matches convicted strangler Carlton Gary. But behind the scenes, negotiations between the prosecution and defense are ongoing, attorneys said. (Mon, 01 Feb 2010 14:33:41 GMT)

Criminal Defense Attorney Mounts Judicial Campaign
Los Angeles criminal defense attorney Keith M. Bowman said Friday he will run for an open seat on the Los Angeles Superior Court. Bowman, 43, said he had “been contemplating [running] for several years” and started putting together a committee about two weeks ago. (Mon, 01 Feb 2010 19:20:01 GMT)

Etheredge's Defense Attorneys Make Opening Statements, Call Witnesses
Defense attorneys for Thomas Etheredge make their opening statements and begin calling witnesses to the stand. (Mon, 01 Feb 2010 19:23:58 GMT)

Prosecutors: Artifact informant still being paid
New court papers indicate the undercover operative in a federal bust of artifact trading doesn't have a criminal record, wasn't promised leniency and is still being paid for his services. (Mon, 01 Feb 2010 19:47:27 GMT)

Assembly practices go on trial with former Pa. rep
The Legislature's practices went on trial Monday along with a former state lawmaker and three of his aides, as prosecutors and defense attorneys described how taxpayer resources have been used to run campaigns while disagreeing sharply about who was to blame. (Tue, 02 Feb 2010 00:55:38 GMT)

Woman's retrial on criminal homicide charge gets under way
Prosecutors are seeking a first-degree murder conviction in the retrial of a North Union woman accused of killing her live-in boyfriend, but defense attorneys will seek to convince jurors that the shooting was an accident. (Tue, 02 Feb 2010 02:14:57 GMT)

Preliminary Hearing in Kerman Double Murder Case
Fresno – Six of Fresno's top criminal defense attorneys were all in the same courtroom, defending suspects Chris Butler, Dawn Singh, Neko Wilson, Andrew Jones, Jose Reyes and Leroy Johnson. (Tue, 02 Feb 2010 07:10:46 GMT)

Assembly Practices go on Trial with Former Pa. Rep
senior deputy attorney general calls Bonusgate behavior "a classic example of organized, institutional, criminal behavior" The Legislature's practices went on trial Monday along with a former state lawmaker and three of his aides, as prosecutors and defense attorneys described how taxpayer resources have been used to run campaigns while disagreeing sharply about who was to blame. (Tue, 02 Feb 2010 12:57:19 GMT)

The Florida Defense Forces
Florida Defense Forces Website Updated with new information on it's status. The Florida Defense Forces website has one of the most in depth disaster information center in Florida. (Tue, 02 Feb 2010 15:24:29 GMT)

Galleon Prosecutors Gave Tapes to SEC, Defense Claims (Update1)
Feb. 2 (Bloomberg) -- Prosecutors gave lawyers with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission wiretap recordings of ex-Galleon Group LLC trader Zvi Goffer without first obtaining court approval, a defense lawyer said in a bid to block the agency from using the tapes at a trial. (Tue, 02 Feb 2010 17:38:15 GMT)

Ex-Asst. Sheriff Haidl: False tax return to recoup son's sex case cost
SANTA ANA – Former Assistant Sheriff Don Haidl knowingly filed a false tax return to try to recoup some of his fortune spent on the criminal defense of his son Greg Haidl, who faced sexual assault charges, according to court records filed this... (Tue, 02 Feb 2010 21:30:36 GMT)

AP Source: Prosecutors to issue criminal complaint against Jackson doctor, eschew grand jury
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Prosecutors investigating Michael Jackson's death plan to file a criminal complaint charging the singer's doctor with involuntary manslaughter rather than seek a grand jury indictment, The Associated Press learned Tuesday, a strategy shift that will give an eager public an earlier look at evidence. (Tue, 02 Feb 2010 22:10:06 GMT)

Brian Mitchell not criminal mastermind like the Joker, defense attorneys argue
SALT LAKE CITY — Federal defense lawyers for Brian David Mitchell say their client is not a criminal mastermind or... (Tue, 02 Feb 2010 22:35:54 GMT)

Criminal science classes to start at Riversides La Sierra University
La Sierra University will launch a new bachelor's degree program in criminal science with classes that begin this summer. An open house for prospective students is set for noon on Feb. 26 in room 117 at the school's Ambs Hall. (Wed, 03 Feb 2010 02:35:45 GMT)

Drug charges against defense attorney dropped
Charges were dropped Monday against a defense attorney accused of trying to smuggle drugs to a jail inmate believed to be affiliated with the Mexican Mafia prison gang. (Wed, 03 Feb 2010 06:20:17 GMT)

Avvo Rates The Partners Of Florida Criminal Defense Firm Finebloom & Haenel As ‘Superb’
The Law Firm of Finebloom & Haenel is one of just three criminal defense law firms in the state of Florida with two of its partners rated at least a 9.8 by Avvo’s independent attorney rating system. (Wed, 03 Feb 2010 13:00:00 GMT)

Jackson's doctor meets with legal team
Michael Jackson's physician has been strategizing with his team of defense attorneys and is ready to surrender to authorities if prosecutors file charges, the doctor's attorney said. (Wed, 03 Feb 2010 13:31:03 GMT)

Lawyer sentenced to prenatal doc visits
Criminal defense lawyer Adam Reposa had initially been sentenced to 90 days in jail for making an obscene gesture at a judge during plea negotiations in a DWI case. (Wed, 03 Feb 2010 22:10:35 GMT)

Report Points to New Colombian Threat: Paramilitaries’ Criminal Successors
The Human Rights Watch report says that criminal armies are spreading their reach across the country’s economy while engaging in a broad range of rights abuses. (Thu, 04 Feb 2010 00:43:40 GMT)

Criminal investigation launched into TCU student branding
FORT WORTH — The branding of a TCU student at an off-campus party last month is now the subject of a criminal investigation. An attorney in the case says many people could eventually be held liable. As News 8 first reported last week, the great grandson of Fort Worth publishing legend Amon Carter received second and third degree burns to his body in early January at a house in Breckenridge ... (Thu, 04 Feb 2010 01:02:58 GMT)

Court asks prosecutors, defense lawyers to share more evidence
For decades, defense attorneys have accused prosecuting attorneys of abusing their power by withholding evidence that may have cleared certain clients. (Thu, 04 Feb 2010 05:10:26 GMT)

Judge cancels mass hearing vs. Thomas
In December and January, more than 20 criminal-defense attorneys filed motions in Maricopa County Superior Court to have County Attorney Andrew Thomas' office removed as prosecutor in their cases because of his ongoing battles with the court. (Thu, 04 Feb 2010 06:50:26 GMT)

Jurors ask judge to define "voluntary intoxication" in Kenneth Shipp capital murder trial
Circuit Judge Bruce Williams told the seven-man, five-woman jury that voluntary intoxication is not a defense in a criminal trial, unless it can be shown that the defendant's intoxication had a bearing on one of the elements of the charge, in this case, intent to kill. (Thu, 04 Feb 2010 15:50:36 GMT)

Attorney's law license suspended indefinitely
A well-known criminal defense attorney's law license has been suspended indefinitely in Ohio for making financial transactions that violated federal law and state attorney-conduct rules. (Thu, 04 Feb 2010 17:37:22 GMT)

Candidates for Texas Court of Criminal Appeals
A voter's guide to candidates for Texas governor in the March 2 election. (Fri, 05 Feb 2010 01:53:32 GMT)

Defense says Brian Mitchell not a criminal mastermind
SALT LAKE CITY — Federal defense lawyers for Brian David Mitchell say their client is not a criminal mastermind or... (Fri, 05 Feb 2010 05:13:01 GMT)

Congo-Kinshasa : Judges Fault Prosecutors As Second Defense Witness Appears
As the second defense witness in the Lubanga trial started testifying on Tuesday this week, judges berated the prosecutors for failing to tell the accused’s lawyers some important information they had collected about two of the defense witnesses in a timely way. (Fri, 05 Feb 2010 05:47:43 GMT)

Mayor hires former mayor for defense
Former Gary mayor Scott L. King, who once worked as a federal prosecutor, will join Fredrick Work at the defense table for George Pabey. It's the second time in little over a year King has counseled a mayor facing criminal charges. He also defended Dozier Allen, who served as Gary mayor for two months after King resigned the post 2006, against public corruption charges last year. King is one of ... (Fri, 05 Feb 2010 10:18:48 GMT)

Prosecution, defense rest in Etheredge case
WICHITA — Both the prosecution and the defense rested their cases this afternoon in the securities fraud trial of Thomas Etheredge. (Fri, 05 Feb 2010 16:45:00 GMT)

Blagojevich Lawyers Will Recast Strategy After Government Adds Charges
Criminal defense lawyers representing former Illinois Gov. Rod Blagojevich and his campaign manager/brother Robert Blagojevich will rework their legal strategies after the U.S. Attorney's Office in Chicago lodged new extortion and bribery charges against the defendants on Thursday. The government had said that it would bring the new charges mainly to beef up its case in light of the possibility ... (Fri, 05 Feb 2010 19:15:40 GMT)

Defense lawyers: Suspected kidnappers, Jaycee Dugard and her daughters 'acted as a family'
SAN FRANCISCO - Defense lawyers for the Northern California couple charged with abducting and raping Jaycee Dugard are trying to portray the suspects as parental figures in a close, caring family. (Fri, 05 Feb 2010 22:29:55 GMT)

Defense: Garridos and Dugard were a family
The man accused of kidnapping and raping Jaycee Dugard was the patriarch of a family that vacationed together, ran a business and had special names for each other, according to court documents submitted by the defense and released today. Phillip Craig... (Fri, 05 Feb 2010 22:39:37 GMT)

Lacombe man convicted of murder in death of neighbor's son; he had said shooting was self-defense
Jared Graham, 20, is guilty of second-degree murder in the shooting of Travis Williams, 26, a St. Tammany Parish jury decided late Friday, rejecting Graham's claims that the killing was in self-defense. Graham admitted on the stand Friday that he... (Sat, 06 Feb 2010 05:17:14 GMT)

Doctor to face criminal charges in Michael Jackson's death
LOS ANGELES — The Los Angeles County district attorney's office will file a criminal case against Dr. (Sat, 06 Feb 2010 06:32:22 GMT)

Defense contractor fined in corruption probe
LONDON — Defense company BAE Systems PLC said yesterday it would pay fines totaling more than $400 million after reaching settlements with Britain's anti-fraud agency and the U.S. (Sat, 06 Feb 2010 07:03:33 GMT)

Defense says Garridos and Dugard were a family
The man accused of kidnapping and raping Jaycee Dugard was the patriarch of a family that vacationed together, ran a business and had special names for each other, according to court documents submitted by the defense and released Friday. Phillip Craig... (Sat, 06 Feb 2010 08:31:38 GMT)

Garridos, Dugard 'acted as a family,' defense lawyer says
SAN FRANCISCO -- The Northern California couple charged with abducting and raping Jaycee Lee Dugard from South Lake Tahoe in 1991 are parental figures in a close, caring family who deserve in-jail visits with each other, a defense attorney said Friday. (Sat, 06 Feb 2010 10:10:37 GMT)

Defense contractor to pay $400 million in fines
Defense company BAE Systems PLC said Friday it would pay fines totaling more than $400 million after reaching settlements with Britain's anti-fraud agency and the U.S. Justice Department to end decades-long corruption investigations into the company. (Sun, 07 Feb 2010 04:42:53 GMT)

Defense contractor to pay $400 million in fines
Defense company BAE Systems PLC says it will pay fines totaling more than $400 million after reaching settlements with Britain’s anti-fraud agency and the U.S. Justice Department to end decades-long corruption... (Sun, 07 Feb 2010 13:16:55 GMT)

Airline faces criminal trial over fatal Concorde crash
PONTOISE, France—The manslaughter trial of Continental Airlines Inc. and five aviation officials whom prosecutors blame for the fatal 2000 crash of an Air France S.A. Concorde presents “ominous” possibilities for aviation insurers and policyholders, experts say. (Sun, 07 Feb 2010 13:29:14 GMT)

Veteran prosecutor, 3 defense lawyers running for Reno justice of the peace
A veteran prosecutor is one of four lawyers vying for the six-year term of justice of the peace in Dept. 4 of Reno Justice Court. Scott Pearson is the sole prosecutor running for the seat held by Judge Harold Albright, who is retiring. (Sun, 07 Feb 2010 23:56:36 GMT)

Prosecutors: Charges in Jackson's death to be filed Monday
Criminal charges relating to Michael Jackson's death last summer will be filed Monday, Los Angeles prosecutors said. (Mon, 08 Feb 2010 07:09:38 GMT)

Prominent criminal lawyer R K Naseem allegedly attacked by former BJP MLA dies
Naseem, who was the defence counsel in prominent cases like Jessica Lall murder and Priyadarshini Mattoo rape and murder, breathed his last at Mata Channan Devi hospital where he was undergoing treatment since January 24. (Mon, 08 Feb 2010 07:19:17 GMT)

Ex-VBHS students charged in false bomb threats to be in court today
VERO BEACH — Two former Vero Beach High School students charged with making false bomb threats to the school, forcing repeated evacuations, are scheduled to make pleas to criminal charges in court on Monday and be sentenced.Terms of the plea deals haven’t been disclosed.Defense attorneys and prosecutors declined comment prior to a court hearing before Circuit Judge Robert Hawley at 1:30 p.m ... (Mon, 08 Feb 2010 10:00:00 GMT)

Morning Report: Check It Out! Lawyers Racing!
In San Diego, a criminal defense attorney has not tried to win an election to become judge since 2002 and one hasn't actually succeeded since 1990. (Mon, 08 Feb 2010 15:24:00 GMT)

Defense contractor will pay $450M settlement with U.S., Britain
BAE Systems, whose worldwide defense contracting businesses include Ohio operations in the Dayton and Fairfield areas, has agreed to pay almost $450 million in the United States and Britain to settle longstanding allegations that it paid bribes to win contracts overseas.The largest portion of the penalty is a $400 million fine that the British company will pay to the U.S. government to resolve ... (Mon, 08 Feb 2010 15:56:21 GMT)

Former child actor Gary Coleman pleads guilty to misdemeanor criminal mischief in Utah court
SALT LAKE CITY ( AP) — Former child television star Gary Coleman pleaded guilty Monday to a misdemeanor criminal mischief charge related to a domestic violence incident last April. (Mon, 08 Feb 2010 18:15:56 GMT)

Courts Weigh Criminal Restitution in Child Porn Cases
A woman who was sexually abused by her uncle as a child is now taking aim at anyone who would view those images and asking for restitution in hundreds of criminal cases around the country. (Mon, 08 Feb 2010 19:09:24 GMT)

Courts Weigh Criminal Restitution for Victims in Child Porn Cases
It's been more than a decade since "Amy," as she's known in court papers, was first sexually abused by her uncle. The abuse ended long ago and he's in prison, but the pictures he made when she was 8 or 9 are among the most widely circulated child pornography images online. (Mon, 08 Feb 2010 19:16:14 GMT)

Judge rebuffs Blagojevich's request for more evidence
The federal judge presiding over the criminal case against former Gov. Rod Blagojevich today declined to order the prosecution to give additional evidence to Blagojevich's lawyers well before the June trial, criticizing a recent defense filing as "oddly detached from the issues." U.S. District Judge James Zagel said prosecutors already have turned over a great deal of material and have agreed to ... (Mon, 08 Feb 2010 23:43:12 GMT)

Gary Coleman Pleads Guilty to Misdemeanor Charge
Actor Gary Coleman pleaded guilty to misdemeanor criminal mischief in conjunction with a domestic violence charge, TVGuide.com has confirmed. Gary Coleman arrested for outstanding warrant The April 18 incident involved an escalating argument between Coleman and his wife, Shannon Price, defense attorney Randy Kester told The Associated Press . Coleman was arrested on Jan. 24 for... Read More ... (Tue, 09 Feb 2010 01:05:40 GMT)

Gary Coleman pleads guilty to misdemeanor criminal mischief charge after domestic violence incident
Former child television star Gary Coleman pleaded guilty Monday to a misdemeanor criminal mischief charge related to a domestic violence incident last April. (Tue, 09 Feb 2010 01:56:00 GMT)

Lawyers for Jackson's Doctor Accustomed to High-Profile Cases
A formidable team of lawyers has lined up to defend Dr. Conrad Murray, who was charged Monday with involuntary manslaughter in the death of Michael Jackson. Murray's lead lawyer is Ed Chernoff, a partner at criminal defense firm Stradley Chernoff, who is handling the case with firm partners Matthew Alford and William Stradley. Also on the defense team: California lawyers Michael Flanagan and ... (Tue, 09 Feb 2010 04:43:13 GMT)

Prosecutor, defense attorney vying to replace district judge
The candidates seeking the post held by Judge Elizabeth Berry tout their experience. (Tue, 09 Feb 2010 04:58:06 GMT)

A good defense is good offense
ELKO — The number of Elko County residents applying for and receiving concealed carry of a firearm permits continues to grow from year to year, and Sheriff Dale Lotspeich believes that trend will only continue through 2010 when looking at national trends and the state of the economy. (Tue, 09 Feb 2010 07:42:54 GMT)

Gary Coleman Charged with Criminal Mischief
Filed under: News Former child star Gary Coleman pleaded guilty on Monday to a misdemeanor charge of criminal mischief in an incident relating to domestic violence. The events took place last April and Coleman entered the plea on his 42nd birthday. Court clerk Jane Swan told the press that the original charge of domestic violence was dropped and all details of the case are in court documents ... (Tue, 09 Feb 2010 15:24:53 GMT)

Nebraska man found guilty of criminal impersonation
STERLING — A Nebraska man was found guilty of several charges Wednesday, including criminal impersonation and attempting to influence a public servant. (Tue, 09 Feb 2010 17:47:00 GMT)

Delays also hit criminal justice system
Roughly 1,000 cases have been postponed in city since Friday Defendants awaiting bail reviews are spending extra nights in jail because of court closures throughout the state, and the delays are expected to continue as the second storm in a week dumps another layer of snow across the region Wednesday. (Tue, 09 Feb 2010 22:16:12 GMT)

'Diff'rent Strokes' star Coleman pleads guilty to criminal mischief charge
Salt Lake City -- Former child television star Gary Coleman pleaded guilty Monday to a misdemeanor criminal mischief charge related to a domestic violence incident last April. (Tue, 09 Feb 2010 22:34:10 GMT)

Charges added in Rajaratnam insider trading case
Additional criminal charges were filed on Tuesday against Galleon hedge fund founder Raj Rajaratnam as prosecutors alleged he and his co-defendant reaped $49 million from illegal insider trading, up from an earlier claim of $40 million. (Wed, 10 Feb 2010 00:01:44 GMT)

In Rationale for Acquitting Attorney, Judge Says Proof of Role in Witness Intimidation Fell Short
Two months after tossing out defense attorney Arienne Irving's convictions for her alleged role in a plot to intimidate witnesses on behalf of a drug kingpin, a federal judge has explained his decision. The judge found that, although Irving may have been "present at various times while ... criminal conduct was under way," no rational juror could have concluded that the government conclusively ... (Wed, 10 Feb 2010 04:15:50 GMT)

Don’t Expect Equal Justice In Charlie Sheen’s Domestic Violence Case, says Los Angeles Criminal Defense Attorney ...
On February 8, 2010, Charlie Sheen was officially charged with assault, menacing and criminal mischief for allegedly threatening his wife with a knife. (Wed, 10 Feb 2010 07:01:00 GMT)

Raleigh Lawyer Douglas Kingsbery Offers Web Site to Help N.C. Residents With State, Federal Criminal Tax Cases
Kingsbery, an attorney with Tharrington Smith, assists clients charged with tax evasion, failure to file or pay taxes, and other criminal tax issues. (Wed, 10 Feb 2010 07:01:00 GMT)

Australian defense chief says tide turning in Afghanistan war
Thousands of extra troops and the right strategy are "turning the tide" in the Afghanistan war, according to Australia's defense force chief Angus Houston. The additional deployment of 37,000 NATO troops and a more focused strategy and leadership were the main reasons, he told a Senate estimates hearing in Canberra on Wednesday. "I'm of the opinion the tide is turning in Afghanistan," he said ... (Wed, 10 Feb 2010 08:59:11 GMT)

For defense, Michael Jackson's fame may pose challenge
LOS ANGELES - The memory of Michael Jackson could pose a challenge for Dr. Conrad Murray's defense team as... (Wed, 10 Feb 2010 10:58:37 GMT)

For defense team, singer's fame may pose challenge
Michael Jackson's fame could pose a challenge for Dr. Conrad Murray's defense team as his lawyers fight an involuntary manslaughter charge against the physician in the singer's death. (Wed, 10 Feb 2010 11:07:45 GMT)

Defense asks Judge to inhibit self
THE petition for bail of the principal accused in the November 23, 2009 Massacre in Ampatuan town, Datu Unsay Mayor Andal Ampatuan Jr. took on a new twist Wednesday, February 10. The counsel for the defense, Atty. Philip Sigfrid Fortun, today filed a motion seeking Judge Jocelyn Solis-Reyes of Regional Trial Court (RTC) Branch 221 to inhibit herself from the proceedings. (Wed, 10 Feb 2010 11:09:21 GMT)

MJ's fame may pose challenge
LOS ANGELES - MICHAEL Jackson's fame could pose a challenge for Dr. Conrad Murray's defense team as his lawyers fight an involuntary manslaughter charge against the physician in the singer's death. Citing the 'popularity of Michael Jackson,' criminal defense lawyer Harland Braun, who has handled celebrity cases and defended doctors in court, said Tuesday that Murray's defense team has a ... (Wed, 10 Feb 2010 11:40:40 GMT)

For defense team, Michael Jackson's fame may pose challenge
The memory of Michael Jackson could pose a challenge for Dr. Conrad Murray's defense team as his lawyers fight an involuntary manslaughter charge against the physician in the singer's death. (Wed, 10 Feb 2010 11:48:29 GMT)

Hatch's criminal trial set for May 24
VERO BEACH — The long-awaited trial of city resident Ira Hatch on criminal charges in the alleged loss of $4.5 million from his local businesses is scheduled to start May 24 in Indian River County, Circuit Judge Robert Hawley said Wednesday.Hatch, 62, is charged with grand theft, money laundering and racketeering in the handling of money in his now defunct Coastal Escrow Services and his former ... (Wed, 10 Feb 2010 15:07:00 GMT)

Jackson's fame could pose challenge for Dr. Murray's defense
LOS ANGELES -- Michael Jackson’s fame could pose a challenge for Dr. Conrad Murray’s defense team as his lawyers fight an involuntary manslaughter charge against the physician in the singer’s death. Citing the "popularity of Michael Jackson," criminal defense lawyer Harland Braun, who has handled celebrity cases and defended doctors in court, said Tuesday that Murray’s defense team has a ... (Wed, 10 Feb 2010 16:21:18 GMT)

Jackson's fame could hurt Murray's defense
Jackson's fame could pose a challenge for Dr. Murray's defense team as his lawyers fight an involuntary manslaughter charge. (Wed, 10 Feb 2010 18:40:34 GMT)

Jackson's Fame Complicates Doc's Defense
Dr. Conrad Murray's Defense Team Will Likely Have to Overcome Jury's Sympathy, Experts Say (Wed, 10 Feb 2010 18:52:15 GMT)

Tampa Criminal Attorney Receives Not Guilty Verdict in Felony Battery Trial
Tampa criminal lawyer Jeff Rich of The Law Office of Jeffrey M. Rich (www.TampaCriminalDefenders.com) received a Not Guilty verdict for his client charged with felony battery. (Thu, 11 Feb 2010 07:01:00 GMT)

Jackson's fame a challenge for defense
LOS ANGELES | Michael Jackson's fame could pose a challenge for Dr. Conrad Murray's defense team as his lawyers fight an involuntary manslaughter charge against the physician in the singer's death. Citing the "popularity of Michael Jackson," criminal defense lawyer Harland Braun, who has handled celebrity cases and defended doctors in court, said Tuesday that Dr. Murray's defense team has a ... (Thu, 11 Feb 2010 10:11:02 GMT)

Defense requests evidence be held in crash trial
The attorney for a Birnamwood man charged with a drunk driving fatality last year is requesting some evidence be excluded from the trial and for the state to pay the costs of experts on behalf of the defense. (Thu, 11 Feb 2010 11:43:08 GMT)

Court: Justice Can Hear Criminal Case
A divided state Supreme Court says Justice Michael Gableman does not have to step aside from a case because of an alleged bias against criminal defendants. (Thu, 11 Feb 2010 17:37:53 GMT)

Jury to decide if slaying self-defense or intentional
The prosecution contends Kevin Metcalfe was "lying in wait" to protect his medical marijuana, while the defense maintains Metcalfe shot and killed Larry Kuahuia in self-defense. (Thu, 11 Feb 2010 17:49:21 GMT)

Giants cut linebacker Antonio Pierce, injured heart and soul of defense
Antonio Pierce was only coming into town this week for an MRI on his injured neck. He wasn't expecting to be told he'd be leaving for good. Yet that's what happened earlier Thursday when the heart and soul of the Giants' defense was told he was going to b. (Thu, 11 Feb 2010 19:17:00 GMT)

Wisconsin Supreme Court says Justice Michael Gableman can hear criminal case regardless of alleged bias
MADISON A divided Wisconsin Supreme Court says Justice Michael Gableman does not have to step aside from a case because of an alleged bias against criminal defendants. (Thu, 11 Feb 2010 19:30:26 GMT)

Ferguson’s fate to rest on defense
The burden of proof for overturning Ryan Ferguson’s conviction in the 2001 murder of Tribune Sports Editor Kent Heitholt falls on the defense, and new testimony could be difficult to sell to a jury, a veteran prosecutor and an exoneration expert said. (Thu, 11 Feb 2010 20:06:14 GMT)

Court Says Wis. Justice Can Hear Criminal Case
MADISON, Wis. -- A divided Wisconsin Supreme Court said Justice Michael Gableman does not have to step aside from a case because of an alleged bias against criminal defendants. (Thu, 11 Feb 2010 23:34:57 GMT)

Nancy Kerrigan Comes to Her Brother's Defense
Olympic medal winner Nancy Kerrigan and her family are coming to her brother’s defense after he has been implicated in their father’s death. (Thu, 11 Feb 2010 23:59:06 GMT)

Court says Wis. justice can hear criminal case
A divided Wisconsin Supreme Court says Justice Michael Gableman does not have to step aside from a case because of an alleged bias against criminal defendants. (Fri, 12 Feb 2010 02:37:54 GMT)

Glenn E. Davis, Experienced Antitrust Litigator and Business Defense Attorney, Joins Law Firm of Gallop, Johnson ...
Glenn E. Davis, a well-known, highly experienced attorney whose practice focuses on antitrust issues, securities and corporate litigation, corporate compliance and white-collar criminal defense, has joined the law firm of Gallop, Johnson & Neuman, L.C. as a partner. (Fri, 12 Feb 2010 23:07:30 GMT)

Former Bartlett firefighter won't appeal murder sentence
A former Bartlett firefighter serving a 20-year prison for killing a fellow firefighter in 2000 dropped his efforts today to get a retrial or reduced sentence.Charles VanTilburg III decided his chances of getting either were slim and chose not to pursue his appeal in Criminal Court, said defense attorney Larry Sargent.VanTilburg was convicted of second-degree murder for the shooting death of ... (Fri, 12 Feb 2010 23:28:00 GMT)

Convicted Bartlett firefighter drops appeal
A former Bartlett firefighter serving a 20-year prison sentence for killing a fellow firefighter in 2000 dropped his efforts today to get a retrial or reduced sentence.Charles VanTilburg III decided his chances of getting either were slim and chose not to pursue his appeal in Criminal Court, said defense attorney Larry Sargent.VanTilburg was convicted of second-degree murder for the shooting ... (Sat, 13 Feb 2010 00:19:00 GMT)

Attorney charged in mortgage fraud scam
A longtime criminal-defense lawyer has been charged in a mortgage fraud scheme in federal court in Chicago . The indictment charged that attorney Chuck Murphy helped buy dilapidated homes in economically depressed areas that were quickly resold at inflated prices. Murphy, who has practiced law in Illinois since 1974, was added Wednesday to an indictment that was originally brought in 2007 ... (Sat, 13 Feb 2010 01:27:37 GMT)

Attorney charged in mortgage fraud scam
A longtime criminal-defense lawyer has been charged in a mortgage fraud scheme in federal court in Chicago. (Sat, 13 Feb 2010 04:26:54 GMT)

In brief: Bartlett firefighter drops appeal efforts
A former Bartlett firefighter serving a 20-year prison sentence for killing a fellow firefighter in 2000 dropped his efforts Friday to get a retrial or reduced sentence.Charles VanTilburg III decided his chances of getting either were slim and chose not to pursue his appeal in Criminal Court, said defense attorney Larry Sargent.VanTilburg was convicted of second-degree murder for the shooting ... (Sat, 13 Feb 2010 06:00:00 GMT)

Big answers to big lies: Israel refutes UN's despicable Goldstone Report
Where does Israel go to get its reputation back? Surely not to the International Criminal Court. The defamation of the Middle East's lone democracy, victim of relentless terror, by the United Nations Human Rights Council has come into ever sharper focus w. (Sun, 14 Feb 2010 03:47:00 GMT)

Hundreds jailed on clerks' orders
Police in Hamilton County have arrested hundreds of people in the past year because of a criminal complaint system that the county's top prosecutor says is bad public policy and some judges say violates Ohio law. (Sun, 14 Feb 2010 05:00:32 GMT)

Prosecution, defense exchange fire during closing arguments in Byram assault case
STAMFORD -- After weeks of testimony, lawyers delivered impassioned closing arguments to a jury Thursday in state Superior Court , telling the nine-member panel to use common sense when determining who should be believed in a Byram assault case -- the father and son charged in the incident, or the people who accuse them of committing serious crimes. (Sun, 14 Feb 2010 06:05:44 GMT)

U.S. Magistrate Allan Kornblum dies of cancer
By Karen Voyles Staff writer The federal judge who handled many of the incoming defendants in criminal cases at the federal courthouse in Gainesville died Friday. (Sun, 14 Feb 2010 11:09:25 GMT)

Cheney Exposes Torture Conspiracy
If the United States had a functioning criminal justice system for the powerful – not just for run-of-the-mill offenders – former Vice President Dick Cheney would have convicted himself and some of his Bush administration colleagues with his comments on ABC’s “This Week.” (Sun, 14 Feb 2010 20:13:56 GMT)

Linda Milazzo: Will Jonathan Karl Confront Cheney's Crimes in His This Week Interview?
If Karl honestly takes Cheney to task in his interview, he just might deserve the This Week host position. If he does not, he'll remain an unremarkable hack enabling an unrepentant criminal. (Sun, 14 Feb 2010 22:19:47 GMT)

Rethinking the system
ST. JOSEPH - For nearly three decades, Richard Sammis has devoted a large part of his law practice to representing poor people facing criminal charges. (Sun, 14 Feb 2010 22:49:29 GMT)

Role reversal in Sunday showdown
Dick Cheney and Joe Biden created a portrait of themselves Sunday that would have been unthinkable a year ago: Cheney as the odd man out in the Bush administration, and Biden as a proud supporter of the Bush administration’s policies on terrorism. (Mon, 15 Feb 2010 00:10:00 GMT)

Suburb's taxpayers spend $1M to defend village leaders
Crestwood taxpayers paid lawyers more than $1 million last year to defend village leaders accused of pumping contaminated water to residents for at least two decades. Hiring Loop law firms that specialize in white-collar criminal and civil defense cost the beleaguered southwest suburb seven times as much as it typically spends on legal fees for routine municipal work, according to records ... (Mon, 15 Feb 2010 00:27:37 GMT)

Man claims self defense after hitting repo man with a bat
NAPLES —Many people probably would love to whack a “repo man,” but Craig Morris did — and he wanted immunity from prosecution: He contended he acted in self-defense when he hit him with a bat, thinking he was an armed intruder.The 45-year-old Naples man had been hit several times by burglars who stole a boat, trailers, construction equipment, jewelry and other items. This intruder, who wore ... (Mon, 15 Feb 2010 03:44:00 GMT)

Crestwood residents pay $1M in water case
Criminal and civil investigations in contaminated water case rack up legal fees Crestwood taxpayers paid lawyers more than $1 million last year to defend village leaders accused of pumping contaminated water to residents for at least two decades. (Mon, 15 Feb 2010 03:46:33 GMT)

Keith Luke insanity defense faces an uphill fight in Brockton murder trial
Jurors fear accused killers judged insane will eventually be ‘cured’ and released. Experts say not guilty by reason of insanity will be a difficult case to explain to jurors in the Brockton murder trial of Keith Luke, accused spree killer. (Mon, 15 Feb 2010 04:16:11 GMT)

Congo-Kinshasa : Defense Witnesses Claim ICC Agents Concocted Evidence
Two defense witnesses who testified in Thomas Lubanga’s war crimes trial this week accused intermediaries of the International Criminal Court (ICC) of concocting evidence with the aim of pinning the former Congolese militia leader. (Mon, 15 Feb 2010 05:32:57 GMT)

Defense attorney knows value of preparation, courage
Even after 24 years of trying cases, Charles Lyons III says he still gets nervous at the start of every trial. (Mon, 15 Feb 2010 05:37:16 GMT)

Dicks poised to lead defense subcommittee
WASHINGTON – Over the past 30 years, U.S. Rep. Norm Dicks has been in the middle of virtually every one of the nation’s major defense funding controversies – including increasing military pay after the Vietnam War, the B-2 stealth bomber, the MX missile and replacing the Air Force’s C-5 cargo plane with a modified 747 from The Boeing Co. (Mon, 15 Feb 2010 08:20:59 GMT)

Officer, you've got the wrong person
Suburban mom Christina FourHorn was arrested on a warrant naming Christin Fourhorn despite obvious physical differences. (Mon, 15 Feb 2010 12:21:09 GMT)

Officer, you've got the wrong person
Three police cars pulled into Christina FourHorn's front yard one afternoon just before she was supposed to pick up her daughter at school. The officers had a warrant for her arrest. (Mon, 15 Feb 2010 12:21:09 GMT)

Keith Luke insanity defense faces an uphill fight
Jurors fear accused killers judged insane will eventually be ‘cured’ and released (Mon, 15 Feb 2010 18:31:12 GMT)

Keith Luke insanity defense faces an uphill fight
Authorities say accused killer Keith Luke attacked a psychiatrist at the Plymouth jail as the doctor walked in to examine the Brockton man for what could be an insanity defense at trial. (Mon, 15 Feb 2010 19:09:36 GMT)

Federal prosecutors ID Miramar officials contacted in sting operation
Fitzroy Salesman is accused of trying to get city work for undercover agents he thought were contractors For the first time, prosecutors have identified high-ranking city officials they say helped former Commissioner Fitzroy Salesman get work for undercover FBI agents masquerading as crooked contractors. No criminal charges have been filed against the officials, who include City Manager Robert ... (Tue, 16 Feb 2010 01:16:20 GMT)

In Rare Move, Judge Takes Case From Jury, Acquits Former Stanford Workers
In the first criminal trial tied to the stunning collapse of Stanford Financial Group, a federal judge, in an unusual move, cut off jury deliberations and granted acquittals to two employees accused of shredding documents in the alleged $7 billion fraud. (Tue, 16 Feb 2010 08:02:20 GMT)

The trial of DR Congo's Rebel Leader Thomas Lubang
Thomas Lubanga Dyilo and his Duty Counsel, Mr Jean Flamme (Belgium) at the International Criminal Court. The fourth witness called by the defense in the Thomas Lubanga trial appeared in court today but did not give any evidence in public session. (Tue, 16 Feb 2010 10:57:21 GMT)

GailForce: Annual Intelligence Threat Assessment
Last week I blogged about the 2010 Quadrennial Defense Review (QDR); I thought this week I’d take a look at the Intelligence Community’s annual threat assessment. The Director of National Intelligence (DNI) Dennis Blair presented the report before Congress on February 2. I found it interesting that in spite of the spotlight focused on the [...] (Tue, 16 Feb 2010 12:44:45 GMT)

Cincinnati man accused of murder found incompetent to assist in his trial defense
The Cincinnati man accused of killing his wife and then turning the weapon on himself has been found mentally incompetent to appreciate the nature of the charges filed against him and effectively assisting in his defense. (Tue, 16 Feb 2010 14:39:15 GMT)

Appleton defense attorney Thomas J. Zoesch booked into Outagamie County Jail after arrest in Grand Chute
An Appleton defense attorney was booked into the Outagamie County Jail on charges including sexual assault and battery. (Tue, 16 Feb 2010 18:30:14 GMT)

Defense: Fox River Grove murder suspect should be in treatment not jail
The newly hired defense lawyer for a Fox River Grove man accused of beating his stepmother to death last week plans to ask a judge to lower his client's $3 million bond so he possibly can get out of jail and into mental health treatment. (Tue, 16 Feb 2010 18:40:04 GMT)

Rajaratnam Prosecutors Say Defense Is Seeking Edge (Update1)
Feb. 16 (Bloomberg) -- Federal prosecutors in the Raj Rajaratnam insider trading case said the defense is seeking an “unfair strategic advantage” by bringing a civil lawsuit to trial before a criminal one. (Tue, 16 Feb 2010 21:20:49 GMT)

NEWS RELEASE: MU to host law symposium February 26
The Missouri Law Review , a student-run organization within the University of Missouri School of Law , is sponsoring the upcoming symposium “Broke and Broken: Can We Fix Our State Indigent Defense Systems?” to discuss the many issues facing indigent criminal defense systems. (Tue, 16 Feb 2010 21:42:12 GMT)

Rajaratnam Prosecutors Say Defense Is Seeking Edge (Update2)
Feb. 16 (Bloomberg) -- Raj Rajaratnam ’s lawyers are seeking an “unfair strategic advantage” by bringing an insider-trading lawsuit to trial before the criminal case against the Galleon Group LLC hedge fund founder, U.S. prosecutors told a judge. (Wed, 17 Feb 2010 00:22:49 GMT)

Defense Does Not Dispute Prosecutor’s Charge That Gann Killed His Estranged Wife
The story of the killing of Robyn Gann isn’t a whodunnit, the attorney for the man accused of the homicide told a Hamilton County Criminal Court jury late Tuesday afternoon. (Wed, 17 Feb 2010 01:19:17 GMT)

I-Team: Accused Assessed Fees to Pay for Public Defense
Nevada taxpayers spend some $45 million a year to provide defense attorneys for the poor. Yet a national study suggests millions more are needed to provide adequate legal counsel. With little money in county's coffers, the District Court is tapping into a new revenue stream -- the accused. (Wed, 17 Feb 2010 01:44:43 GMT)

Rajaratnam Prosecutors Say Defense Is Seeking Unfair Advantage
Feb. 17 (Bloomberg) -- Raj Rajaratnam ’s lawyers are seeking an “unfair strategic advantage” by bringing an insider-trading lawsuit to trial before the criminal case against the Galleon Group LLC hedge fund founder, U.S. prosecutors told a judge. (Wed, 17 Feb 2010 05:51:51 GMT)

Candidate denies judicial misconduct allegations plays role in decision
FARMINGTON — A criminal defense attorney running for mayor of Farmington said he would withdraw from the race to focus on his burgeoning business. (Wed, 17 Feb 2010 07:10:31 GMT)

Appleton defense lawyer Thomas Zoesch faces sexual assault charges
APPLETON An Appleton defense lawyer was jailed late Monday on charges including sexual assault and battery. (Wed, 17 Feb 2010 10:29:23 GMT)

Defense attorney joins county prosecutor race
A longtime Vancouver criminal defense attorney announced Tuesday that he has filed his candidacy for Clark County prosecutor, making him the fourth attorney to throw his hat in the ring. (Wed, 17 Feb 2010 14:11:18 GMT)

Donald I. Bierman, Legendary Criminal Defense Attorney, Joins Waserstein Nunez & Foodman Law
MIAMI, FL--(Marketwire - 02/17/10) - Waserstein Nunez & Foodman, a Miami, Florida USA based law firm is pleased to announce that the legendary white collar criminal defense lawyer Donald Bierman has joined the firm as Of Counsel. After graduating cum laude from the University of Miami in 1965, Donald Bierman began his leadership in the legal field. He is well respected among his peers, his ... (Wed, 17 Feb 2010 18:26:00 GMT)

Donald I. Bierman, Legendary Criminal Defense Attorney, Joins Waserstein Nunez & Foodman Law
MIAMI, FL--(Marketwire - February 17, 2010) - Waserstein Nunez & Foodman, a Miami, Florida USA based law firm is pleased to announce that the legendary white collar criminal defense lawyer Donald Bierman has joined the firm as Of Counsel. (Wed, 17 Feb 2010 18:42:18 GMT)

Dallas Criminal Defense Attorney John Teakell Featured in Forbes
DALLAS – Noted Dallas white-collar criminal defense attorney and former federal prosecutor John R. Teakell is featured in the March 2010 issue of Forbes magazine in an article highlighting his experiences as a prosecutor and the cases that helped him become one of the top criminal defense attorneys in Texas. (Wed, 17 Feb 2010 18:54:31 GMT)

Civilian defense contractor from Seabrook gets prison time for possession of child porn
SEABROOK, Texas—A Seabrook resident who worked as a civilian defense contractor for a subsidiary of KBR in Iraq is going prison for possession of child pornography, officials announced Wednesday. Michael Anthony Grabar, 44, was sentenced to 50 months in prison and ordered to register as a sex offender. The charges against Grabar are the result of an investigation that began on May 2, 2008, in ... (Wed, 17 Feb 2010 21:23:50 GMT)

Is Caseys Defense Team Running Out Of Money?
Casey Anthonys defense team is made up of some of the most high-profile lawyers in the country and the murder case is not cheap to fight. BILL SHEAFFER: Analysis Of Defense Finances VIDEO REPORT: Casey's Team Short On Cash? EVIDENCE PHOTOS RELEASED 2/16/10: » Knife, Duct Tape | Car Seat | Steering Wheel Cover » Syringe, Gatorade Bottle | Alternate Light Source » Baby Doll | Miscellaneous ... (Wed, 17 Feb 2010 22:05:10 GMT)

Appleton defense attorney charged
A high profile attorney accused of sexual assault says the alleged victim has an agenda, one the defense plans to test in court. Click on the headline for the full report. (Wed, 17 Feb 2010 22:46:07 GMT)

Rajaratnam Wins Fraud Trial Date After SEC Civil Case (Update2)
Feb. 17 (Bloomberg) -- The criminal fraud trial of Galleon Group LLC founder Raj Rajaratnam will begin on Oct. 25, a judge said today after defense lawyers opposed a request by prosecutors to start the case in June or July. (Wed, 17 Feb 2010 23:52:40 GMT)

Rajaratnam Wins Bid for Fraud Trial Date After SEC Civil Case
Feb. 18 (Bloomberg) -- The criminal fraud trial of Galleon Group LLC founder Raj Rajaratnam will begin on Oct. 25, a judge said after defense lawyers opposed a request by prosecutors to start the case in June or July. (Thu, 18 Feb 2010 05:53:09 GMT)

Panel wants to restrict funds for defense lawyers
Arkansas lawmakers want to prevent the state from paying the legal bills for criminal defendants who have hired private attorneys. (Thu, 18 Feb 2010 18:25:38 GMT)

Patients defend pediatrician charged with sexual assault
Patients of a Berwyn pediatrician came to his defense today following an indictment charging him with sexually assaulting a 13-year-old patient. Dr. Abdulbari Akhras, 63, of Burr Ridge, was taken into custody on Jan. 30 on one count of criminal sexual assault for allegedly engaging in inappropriate conduct with the child at his office at 6920 W. Ogden Ave., police said. Akhras was released after ... (Thu, 18 Feb 2010 19:00:27 GMT)

Defense Shows Video of Becker Talking to Himself
Allison, IA- Defense Attorney’s for Mark Becker are giving a Butler County jury a look at how their client acted shortly after witnesses say he shot his former football coach. (Thu, 18 Feb 2010 19:46:02 GMT)

Panel Wants to Restrict Funds for Defense Lawyers
Arkansas lawmakers want to prevent the state from paying the legal bills for criminal defendants who have hired private attorneys.from Channel 7 (Thu, 18 Feb 2010 21:35:31 GMT)

BECKER TRIAL: Defense testimony continues
The defense continued to build an insanity defense on Thursday, playing video following Mark Becker's arrest. (Fri, 19 Feb 2010 00:36:46 GMT)

Guru charged in sweat lodge deaths says he's broke
A man who built a multimillion-dollar empire with a motivational mantra that teaches people to create wealth contends he's broke and cannot post bond in a criminal case that threatens the survival of his self-help business. (Fri, 19 Feb 2010 10:07:59 GMT)

Amy Bishop Lawyer: She's a Paranoid Schizophrenic
The Alabama shooter accused of killing three over a tenure argument is likely schizophrenic, says her lawyer who will plead an insanity defense. Insanity defense - Law - Lawyer - United States - Criminal Defense (Fri, 19 Feb 2010 15:40:08 GMT)

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