04 Apr New York’s Budget, Your Rights & An Inexplicable Bond Between Them
Negotiations have stalled over New York's budget, which inexplicably puts your rights and criminal justice reform at stake.
Governmental Accountability
01 Apr Double Jeopardy for Jussie Smollett Explained
Jussie Smollett is appealing his heavily covered conviction and sentence, arguing that they violate his right against double jeopardy.
31 Mar Lessons From The Sentencing Hearing For Jussie Smollett
The sentencing hearing for Jussie Smollett was unique, but it can serve as a lesson for other defendants preparing for their own sentencing.
30 Mar Colorado to Hold Prosecutors More Accountable in Plea Deals
Colorado is set to expand the way it holds prosecutors accountable when negotiating plea deals, and its approach could lead the country.
17 Mar New Decision On FSA Time Credits After New Rule Sides With BOP
The first court decision to address the BOP's calculation of FSA Time Credits since the DOJ announced the new rule is ... underwhelming.
16 Mar The Trial Tax In America
You have the constitutional right to a jury trial in criminal cases in the U.S. But it comes at a cost. That cost is called the "trial tax."
14 Mar The Grand Jury System: Deshaun Watson is Not a Ham Sandwich
A grand jury in Texas decided not to indict Deshaun Watson, but so many others won't be able to say the same. Take time to understand why.
03 Mar 12-Year-Old Thomas Siderio Killed by Philly Police
Philadelphia Police do not consider resisting arrest or attempting to flee as justifications for deadly force. This is significant in the Siderio case because officers cannot confirm if Siderio had a gun when he ran.
26 Feb COVID-19, Vaccine Mandates, the BOP and Judges — What a Mess
COVID-19 vaccine mandates are a hot-button issue right now. But wait until you hear how courts use the vaccine to undermine Congress.
24 Feb Police And Social Media: An Interesting Combo, To Say The Least
Police are posting on social media, even in their uniforms and when on duty, now more than ever. But is it a good thing?