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Home Secretary plans to remove jury trials for protesters

Exclusive: The Home Secretary is considering removing the right to jury trials for protesters in England and Wales, sparking outrage from legal experts and civil liberties groups who warn it undermines a fundamental pillar of British justice.

Trump Prosecuted Over Comey Firing in Obstruction Case

In an unprecedented legal move, the US Justice Department has filed criminal charges against former President Donald Trump for the 2017 firing of FBI Director James Comey, alleging obstruction of justice.

Foreign criminals avoiding deportation for decades in UK

Explosive new Conservative analysis exposes how foreign nationals convicted of serious crimes in Britain are avoiding deportation, with some remaining in the country for over 20 years despite laws requiring their removal.

Scotland abolishes 'not proven' verdict after centuries

In a landmark legal reform, the Scottish Government has passed legislation to abolish the controversial 'not proven' verdict, fundamentally altering the country's unique three-verdict justice system that has stood for centuries.

KC: Legal Aid Reform 'Astonishing Act of Self-Harm'

In a scathing critique, Thomas Ross KC warns that removing specialist criminal barristers from the Legal Aid Agency's advisory panel is a catastrophic move that will undermine fair trials and worsen the crisis in the UK's justice system.

Record number of offenders avoid court in Scotland

Exclusive figures reveal a dramatic surge in criminals being diverted from prosecution to social work schemes in Scotland, with over 34,000 cases recorded last year. Critics warn of a 'soft-touch' justice system as serious offenders, including those charg

Fury as Criminals Dodge Court by Refusing Fiscal Fines

Exclusive data reveals thousands of offenders in Scotland, including those accused of assault and domestic abuse, are avoiding court by rejecting initial 'fiscal fines' and having their cases dropped entirely, sparking outrage from victims' groups.

Murderer's sentence slashed in shock court ruling

A convicted murderer serving a 23-year sentence could be freed early after a landmark High Court ruling deemed his original term 'excessive'. The case has ignited a fierce debate on justice and sentencing in the UK.

Landmark Appeal Overturns 50-Year Murder Conviction

In a stunning legal reversal, the Court of Appeal has quashed the murder conviction of a man imprisoned for nearly five decades for the 1975 Epping Forest killing, citing 'new and compelling evidence' that has rocked the British justice system.

Trump Unveils Hardline DC Crime Crackdown Bill

Former US President Donald Trump announces a hardline anti-crime bill targeting Washington DC, aiming to override local laws and impose stricter penalties, sparking a fierce debate on federal overreach.

Judge orders 24/7 surveillance of Bolsonaro as flight risk

A Brazilian judge has mandated round-the-clock surveillance for former President Jair Bolsonaro, citing a 'concrete' flight risk as he faces multiple criminal investigations. The order includes tracking his movements via ankle monitor and restricting fore

Trump Enacts Cashless Bail Order Transforming US Justice System

In a seismic shift for America's judicial landscape, former President Donald Trump has enacted a groundbreaking executive order to eliminate cash bail, a move set to dramatically alter the US prison system and spark fierce national debate on justice and p

Soft Justice Bill: Thousands to Dodge Prison

Exclusive: A landmark new Bill will see prison sentences under 12 months scrapped in England and Wales, allowing tens of thousands of offenders to avoid jail each year. Critics blast the move as a 'dangerous experiment' in soft justice.

Man Confesses to 'Mercy' Killing of His Mother in London

A 40-year-old man from Westminster has stunned authorities by confessing to the killing of his elderly mother, claiming it was an act of mercy. The full details of this tragic and perplexing case are emerging.

CPS probes Tory YouTube channel over prison filming

The Crown Prosecution Service has initiated a criminal investigation into a Conservative-linked YouTube channel for allegedly filming inside HMP Peterborough without authorisation, following a complaint from the Ministry of Justice.

Senator hangs up on Newsom in furious felony bill clash

Explosive confrontation as Democratic State Senator Josh Newman terminates a call with Governor Gavin Newsom over controversial legislation to remove hiring restrictions for ex-felons, accusing him of political games.

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