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.
An Article 78 Writ of Prohibition Wins – New York Criminal Caselaw Roundup September 29, 2023
An Article 78 Writ of Prohibition Wins – New York Criminal Caselaw Roundup September 29, 2023
In today’s New York Criminal Caselaw Roundup we’ll be discussing the latest in developments of New York criminal law, criminal appeals, and post-conviction relief.
Cases we’ll cover include Criminal Possession of a Weapon in the Second Degree, Reckless Endangerment in the Second Degree, request for counsel, Level Three Sexually Violent Offender, Level Two Sex Offender, Criminal Sexual Act in the First Degree, Robbery in the First Degree, Burglary in the First Degree, Sexual Abuse in the First Degree, motion to renew, motion to suppress, anonymous tip, reasonable suspicion, history of drug abuse, motion to quash, Article 78, writ of prohibition, and more.
The New York Criminal Caselaw Roundup is a blog and video podcast by criminal defense andappeals lawyersJason L. Russo and Steven J. Gaitman summarizing the latest developments in criminal law, criminal appeals, and post-conviction relief in the State of New York. Each week we digest the latest reversed convictions throughout the New York Appellate Divisions and the New York Court of Appeals, as well as the United States Court of Appeals and the United States Supreme Court.
This is a FREE service designed to give you the cutting edge of developments in New York criminal law, appeals, and post-conviction relief.
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United States Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit Criminal Caselaw Roundup with Steven J. Gaitman – September 29, 2023
United States Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit Criminal Caselaw Roundup with Steven J. Gaitman – September 29, 2023
In today’s Third 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 Third Circuit.
Cases that we’ll cover include Armed Career Criminal Act, ACCA, enhanced sentence, Conspiracy to Commit Wire Fraud, Wire Fraud, False Statements, Sentencing Guidelines, Loss Amount, standing, suppression, rental car, car search, warrantless search, and more.
The Third Circuit Criminal Caselaw Roundup is a blog and video podcast by criminal defense and appeals lawyer Steven J. Gaitman, summarizing the latest developments in criminal law, criminal appeals, and post-conviction relief in the United States Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit. Each week we digest the latest reversed decisions of interest from United States Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit and the United States Supreme Court.
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United States Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit Criminal Caselaw Roundup with Michael J. Alber – September 29, 2023
United States Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit Criminal Caselaw Roundup with Michael J. Alber – September 29, 2023
In today’s Second 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 Second Circuit.
Cases that we’ll cover include honest services fraud, conspiracy, suppression, felon-in-possession, extortion, bribery, and more.
The Second Circuit Criminal Caselaw Roundup is a blog and video podcast by criminal defense and appeals lawyer Michael J. Alber, summarizing the latest developments in criminal law, criminal appeals, and post-conviction relief in the United States Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit. Each week we digest the latest reversed decisions of interest from United States Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit and the United States Supreme Court.
This is a FREE service designed to give you the cutting edge of developments in Federal criminal law, criminal appeals, and post-conviction relief.
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How the Supreme Court Could Help Hunter Biden Beat His Gun Charge
How the Supreme Court Could Help Hunter Biden Beat His Gun Charge
Shortly after President Joe Biden’s son Hunter Biden was indicted on three federal charges related to firearms, his lawyers made it clear that they want to use Justice Clarence Thomas’ recent Supreme Court decision in New York State Rifle & Pistol Association v. Bruen to challenge the indictment.
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