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.
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.
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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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96-Year-Old U.S. Appeals Court Judge Faces Suspension Amid Mental Fitness Controversy
In a recent and contentious development, Judge Pauline Newman, a 96-year-old federal appeals court judge in the United States, has been suspended from hearing cases for a year. This suspension comes in the wake of a panel’s decision, which alleged that she had declined to undergo medical testing, raising concerns about her mental fitness to serve on the bench.
The controversy surrounding Judge Newman’s tenure has been unusually public and acrimonious, leading to a lawsuit and causing rifts among fellow judges. Newman, appointed by President Ronald Reagan almost four decades ago, vehemently asserts her physical and mental fitness to continue making legal decisions. She accuses her colleagues of making baseless claims driven by ageism to force her resignation.
Latest News in New York Criminal Law and Appeals – New York Criminal Caselaw Roundup with Jason Russo, Esq., July 31, 2023
Latest News in New York Criminal Law and Appeals – New York Criminal Caselaw Roundup with Jason Russo, Esq., July 31, 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 that we’ll cover include Murder in the Second Degree, Criminal Possession of a Weapon in the Second Degree, ineffective assistance of counsel, Assault in the First Degree, Gang Assault in the First Degree, Criminal Possession of a Weapon in the Third Degree, and Intimidating a Victim or Witness in the Third Degree, insufficient evidence, Course of Sexual Conduct Against a Child in the First Degree, Endangering the Welfare of a Child, Harassment in the First Degree, suppression, Promoting Prostitution in the Second Degree, prior conviction, speedy trial, CPL 30.30, motion to dismiss, confidential informant, search warrant, Aggravated Family Offense, Aggravated Harassment in the Second Degree, Burglary in the Third Degree, Grand Larceny in the Third Degree, Molineux evidence, Driving While Ability Impaired, Aggravated Unlicensed Operation of a Motor Vehicle in the First Degree, jury selection, Criminal Contempt in the First Degree, Failure to Register or Verify Status as a Sex Offender, SORA, 440 motion, post-conviction relief, and more.
The New York Criminal Caselaw Roundup is a blog and video podcast by criminal defense and appeals lawyers Jason 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.
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Discovery Violations and Police Personnel Records – New York Criminal Caselaw Roundup February 26, 2021
Discovery Violations and Police Personnel Records – New York Criminal Caselaw Roundup February 26, 2021
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 that we’ll cover include Speedy Trial, Certificate of Readiness, Assault in the Second Degree, self-defense, justification, Obstruction of Justice, Witness Tampering, Federal Sentencing Guidelines Probable Cause, Preliminary Hearing, and more.
The New York Criminal Caselaw Roundup is a blog and video podcast by criminal defense and appeals lawyers Jason 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.
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President’s Day and the New York Criminal Caselaw Roundup – February 19, 2021
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 that we’ll cover include search warrant, Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance in the Fifth Degree, Bail Jumping in the Second Degree, 440 motion, ineffective assistance of counsel, alibi, Attempted Murder in the Second Degree, Attempted Assault in the First Degree, Criminal Use of a Firearm in the First Degree, Criminal Possession of a Weapon in the Second Degree, and more.
The New York Criminal Caselaw Roundup is a blog and video podcast by criminal defense and appeals lawyers Jason 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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Super Bowl Sunday on the New York Criminal Caselaw Roundup – February 5, 2021
Super Bowl Sunday on the New York Criminal Caselaw Roundup – February 5, 2021
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 that we’ll cover include Possession with Intent to Distribute a Controlled Substance, Possession of a Firearm in Furtherance of a Drug Crime, Possession of a Firearm and Ammunition by a Convicted Felon, plain error, CPL § 30.30, grand jury, Level 2 Sex Offender, motion to set aside a sentence, 440 motion, ineffective assistance of counsel, Robbery in the First Degree, jury selection, Robbery in the Second Degree, Unlawful Fleeing a Police Officer in a Motor Vehicle in the Third Degree, Insurance Fraud in the Third Degree, Falsifying Business Records in the First Degree, Assault in the Second Degree, Obstructing Governmental Administration in the Second Degree, Driving While Intoxicated, territorial jurisdiction, Murder in the Second Degree, Burglary in the Second Degree, Tampering with Physical Evidence, Criminal Possession of a Weapon in the Second Degree, temporary lawful possession, and more.
The New York Criminal Caselaw Roundup is a blog and video podcast by criminal defense and appeals lawyers Jason 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.
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