Second Former Trump Attorney Pleads Guilty in Georgia Election Interference Case, Agrees to Cooperate
Kenneth Chesebro, a former attorney for President Donald Trump and co-defendant in the Georgia election interference case, has taken a last-minute plea deal in which he has agreed to testify in the case.
Former Attorney for Trump Pleads Guilty in Georgia Case, Agrees to Cooperate
Attorney for Donald Trump Pleads Guilty in Georgia Case, Agrees to Cooperate Against Trump
Sidney Powell, a former attorney for Donald Trump, has entered a guilty plea to six misdemeanor charges at a Fulton County courthouse in Georgia. These charges revolve around conspiracy to commit intentional interference with the performance of election duties regarding the 2020 election.
Judge Issues Partial Gag Order in Trump Election Interference Case
On Monday, October 16, 2023, U.S. District Judge Tanya S. Chutkan agreed to impose certain limitations on former President Donald Trump’s public statements regarding his election interference case pending in the District of Columbia court. These restrictions prohibit the former president and his legal team from making inflammatory remarks targeting Special Counsel Jack Smith, his staff, court personnel, and potential witnesses who may testify in the proceedings.
Federal Prosecutors File New Foreign Agent Charge Against Senator Bob Menendez
On Thursday, October 12, 2023 a federal grand jury in Manhattan filed a superseding indictment, accusing Senator Bob Menendez, a Democrat from New Jersey, of engaging in activities as a foreign agent. This new charge accuses Menendez of conspiracy to act as a foreign agent on behalf of Egypt. Menendez stands accused of representing Egypt’s interests, conveying undisclosed information, and performing favors for their government in exchange for bribes.
Special Prosecutor Jack Smith Seeks Confidential Attorney-Client Communications from President Trump, Prevent Trump From Researching Jurors
Special Prosecutor Jack Smith Seeks Confidential Attorney-Client Communications from President Trump, Prevent Trump From Researching Jurors
In a federal criminal case against former President Donald Trump in Washington, Special Counsel Jack Smith’s office filed two motions aimed at President Trump’s defense strategy and juror identities. The defense has opposed both motions.
Hunter Biden Arraigned and Enters Plea of Not Guilty to Federal Firearms Charges
Hunter Biden, the son of President Biden, entered a plea of not guilty in the U.S. District Court for the District of Delaware on federal gun charges. These charges stem from Special Counsel David Weiss’ lengthy investigation. Hunter Biden was physically present in court for his arraignment.
The charges against Hunter Biden include making a false statement during the purchase of a firearm, making a false statement related to information required by a federal firearms licensed dealer, and possession of a firearm by someone considered an unlawful user of or addicted to a controlled substance. Collectively, these charges could lead to a maximum prison sentence of up to 25 years, with each count carrying a maximum fine of $250,000, as well as three years of supervised release.
Black Defendant Granted New Trial After Judge Says He “Looks Like a Criminal”
Black Defendant Granted New Trial After Judge Says He “Looks Like a Criminal”
In a case that underscores the significance of impartiality in the judicial system, a Black defendant, Leron Liggins, has been granted a new trial following a 3-0 decision by a penal of the United States Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit. The decision was based on the controversial comments made by U.S. District Judge Stephen J. Murphy III during a January 2020 hearing. The judge’s remarks, which included the statement that Liggins “looks like a criminal,” sparked accusations of bias and prejudgment, leading to questions about the fairness of the trial proceedings.
United States Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit Criminal Caselaw Roundup with Jack Palmeri – September 30, 2023
United States Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit Criminal Caselaw Roundup with Jack Palmeri – September 30, 2023
In today’s Eleventh Circuit Criminal Caselaw Roundup we’ll be discussing the latest in developments of Federal criminal law, criminal appeals, and post-conviction relief from the United States Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit.
Cases that we’ll cover include 18 U.S.C. § 3553(a), Conspiracy to Possess with Intent to Distribute Marijuana and Cocaine, 21 U.S.C. § 846, compassionate release, suppression, vehicle stop, reasonable suspicion, tolling, Supervised Release, 18 U.S.C. § 1956(h), money laundering, conspiracy, Possession of Ammunition by a Felon, crime of violence, Guideline § 2K2.1, 8 U.S.C. § 924(c), Guideline § 4B1.1, Bank Robbery, Career Offender, and more.
The Eleventh Circuit Criminal Caselaw Roundup is a blog and video podcast by criminal defense and appeals lawyer Jack Palmeri, summarizing the latest developments in criminal law, criminal appeals, and post-conviction relief in the United States Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit. Each week we digest the latest reversed decisions of interest from United States Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit and the United States Supreme Court.
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Florida Criminal Caselaw Roundup with Attorney Jack Palmeri – September 30, 2023
In this Florida Criminal Caselaw Roundup we’ll be discussing the latest developments in Florida criminal law, criminal appeals, and post-conviction relief.
Cases that we’ll cover include uncharged conduct, Youthful Offender, Leaving the Scene of a Crash Involving Death Without Rendering Aid, Florida Statutes § 316.027, Sexual Battery, Kidnapping, Falsely Impersonating an Officer, Fraudulent Use of Personal Information, Fraudulent Use of a Credit Card, and Grand Theft, firm plea agreement, withdraw plea, probation violation, ineffective assistance of counsel, newly discovered evidence, discovery violation, Richardson hearing, expert witness, Rule 3.850, second degree murder, trafficking in illegal drugs, Florida Statutes § 893.135, and more
The Florida Criminal Caselaw Roundup is a blog and video podcast by criminal defense, criminal appeal and post-conviction attorney Jack Palmeri, summarizing the latest developments in criminal law, criminal appeals, and post-conviction relief in the State of Florida. Our sponsoring attorney will digest the latest reversed convictions throughout the Florida Supreme Court and the Florida District Courts of Appeal,
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Fifth Circuit Criminal Caselaw Roundup with Jack Palmeri – September 29, 2023
Jack Palmeri, Esq. Jack Palmeri, a former New York City prosecutor with 19 years of experience in criminal law, is a Senior Associate for Weinstein Legal’s criminal division, practicing across Florida and its Federal Courts. You can reach him directly at 888-408-0253 or at www.Weinstein-Legal.com. In today’s Fifth Circuit Criminal Caselaw Roundup we’ll be discussing […]
