15 Aug The Unexpected Impact of Dobbs on Criminal Justice: Part I
The Supreme Court's reversal of Roe v Wade in Dobbs had a huge impact, which is likely to extend to the criminal justice system.
Prosecutors
30 Jun Speedy Trial Waivers or What Becomes of a Constitutional Right?
Speedy trial waivers have come an ordinary part of the criminal justice system in the United States. But they mean giving up your rights.
05 May Pandemic Relief Fraud Prosecutors (Part Two)
The allegations of fraud with respect to pandemic relief continue to grow, and this has led to even more prosecutors taking on cases.
21 Dec 4.5 MilLion Sign Petition To Change 110-Year Sentence for Truck Driver
The 110-year sentence for truck driver Rogel Aguilera-Mederos has already made headlines, but it feels like the prosecutor's "memento" from the case won't be far behind.
28 Aug Prosecutor’s Brady Violation Leads to Mistrial in Avenatti Trial
The trial of Michael Avenatti took an interesting turn this week when the judge declared a mistrial. The reason? A prosecutor's misconduct.
01 Jul Overturned Cosby Conviction Shows Flaws in Prosecutorial Discretion
The fact that Cosby's convictions were overturned made headlines for many reasons, but one should be the flaws with prosecutorial discretion.
21 Jun DOJ Issues Memo on Body Cams for Federal Agents
Attorney General Merrick Garland's decision to require body cams for federal agents serving and executing warrants is a step forward.
13 Jun Excluding People With Criminal Records from Serving on Juries
The danger of racially homogenous juries is well-documented, but laws that exclude people with criminal records from serving on a jury whitewash juries by default.
10 Jun Pennsylvania DA May Face Accountability after Plea Deal Memo
Allegheny County DA Stephen Zappala may face accountability after his unethical plea deal memo went public, but only time will tell.
08 Jun Taxpayers Don’t See Police Body Camera Footage They Pay For
Taxpayers cover the cost of police body camera footage but often don't get access to it. A police accountability board could change that.