law
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No Reparations for St. Louis Man Wrongfully Imprisoned for Three Decades
Lamar Johnson’s case did, however, inspire a new state law for retrials.
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Prosecutor Busted for Badgering Witnesses about Black Defendant’s “Nationality”
The Supreme Court detected the racial bias real quick.
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Seven Things to Know About The Special Counsel Investigating Biden
The attorney general just appointed a special counsel to investigate Biden's classified documents, and we're here to answer all of your questions.
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Karma: Bruce Family Sells Stolen Beach Property Back to LA County for $20 Mil
The family took back the land seized from their ancestors just six months ago.
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Meek Mill Pays the Bail of 20 Philadelphia Women Just in Time for the Holidays
The rapper also gave away gift cards to the women to help with holiday expenses and groceries.
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[UPDATED] Washington Man Pleads Guilty For Threatening To Shoot Black People One Month After Buffalo Shooting
Joey David George could face up to a decade in prison for his crimes.
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Why Did it Take So Long to Dismiss Murder Charges Against Tracy McCarter?
In part three, The Root dives into the legal issues behind Tracy McCarter, a domestic violence survivor accused of murders, case in her epic final court battle.
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Dave Chappelle Attacker Sentenced to 270 Days in Jail After Pleading No Contest
Lee previously faced charges of misdemeanor battery, misdemeanor possession of a deadly weapon with intent to assault and two violations.