Criminal Justice
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Officer Who Shot and Killed 16-year-old Ma’Khia Bryant Cleared from Criminal Charges
The grand jury found Officer Nicholas Reardon’s use of deadly force justified because Ma’Khia was armed with a knife.
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Under Biden, The Pool of Federal Prosecutors is Getting Blacker and More Diverse
They’re a key part of the criminal justice system that many people don’t consider
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Jussie Smollett Sentenced to 150 Days in Jail, 30 Months Felony Probation for Staging Fake Hate Crime [UPDATED]
While this chapter may be over, Smollett’s legal troubles are far from over.
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NYPD Officer Slammed by Bronx Judge for “Inconsistent” Testimony Against Drill Rapper “C Blu”
Judge Naita Semaj said the officers had no reason to initiate a conflict with the rapper and had no evidence to suggest he be tried as an adult.
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Supreme Court Opts Out of Taking On Bill Cosby Sexual Assault Case
With this decision, Cosby’s previous ruling, which overturned his conviction, will ultimately stand.
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Jussie Smollett Seeks New Trial Citing Claims of Constitutional Rights Violation
Smollett’s attorney previously commented on the possibility of an appeal back in late January.
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Man Might Get a New Trial after 24 Years in Prison: Still Claims Innocence
Anthony Sims has been granted another chance to prove he did not murder a Chinese woman in 1998. Sims claims his friend was the killer.
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Three Former Minneapolis Cops Guilty of Violating George Floyd’s Civil Rights
Keung, Thou and Lane could face up to life in prison
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Racist Former NYPD Union Boss Charged With Fraud
Ed Mullins would have a lot more time to write racist tweets behind bars