How did the introduction of U.S. probation officers impact the federal criminal justice system? Before the Probation Act of 1925, district judges lacked the authority to sentence defendants to probation. Some judges... Read more »
We all appreciate a showing of gratitude when we do good. But how often do we get it from our clients? Let me share some of my experiences that often made my... Read more »
Inset: Martin Garcia (Bexar County Jail). Background: Authorities at the home where Garcia killed his wife (KSAT). A 66-year-old man in Texas will likely spend the rest of his life behind bars... Read more »
Home Daily News Averting immediate showdown, chief justice… U.S. Supreme Court Averting immediate showdown, chief justice pauses judge’s deadline for US to restore foreign-aid funds By Debra Cassens Weiss February 27, 2025,... Read more »
Background: FILE – In this Jan. 6, 2021, file photo violent rioters, loyal to President Donald Trump, storm the Capitol in Washington (AP Photo/John Minchillo); Insets L-R: Oath Keepers founder Stewart Rhodes... Read more »
Home Daily News ‘Radical agreement’ could lead to Supreme… U.S. Supreme Court ‘Radical agreement’ could lead to Supreme Court victory for reverse-discrimination plaintiff By Debra Cassens Weiss February 27, 2025, 12:39 pm... Read more »
President Donald Trump signs an executive order barring transgender female athletes from competing in women’s or girls’ sporting events, in the East Room of the White House, Wednesday, Feb. 5, 2025, in... Read more »
Home Daily News Which law-related films have won Oscars?… Law in Pop Culture Which law-related films have won Oscars? You may be surprised (photo gallery) By Lee Rawles February 27, 2025, 1:17... Read more »
Background: News footage of Angelica Saragosa’s Feb. 21 court appearance (WITI). Inset: Angelica Saragosa (Ozaukee County Sheriff’s Office). A Wisconsin woman who allegedly assaulted her boyfriend before fleeing the scene with her... Read more »
Last fall, I attended a continuing legal education conference focused on sex crime defense and an outstanding speaker—who discussed the emerging field of forensic genetic genealogy—mentioned The Genetic Detective, a six-episode reality... Read more »