A landmark change in UK sentencing rules now requires judges to weigh an offender's social and cultural background, including experiences of racism and deprivation, potentially leading to more lenient sentences.
Reality TV star Savannah Chrisley takes her family's fight for justice to the highest office, meeting with White House officials to advocate for sweeping prison reform and share her personal story.
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.
The Court of Appeal quashes the 41-year-old murder convictions of two men in a shocking miscarriage of justice case from Epping Forest, citing 'lurid' and unreliable cell confession evidence.
Brexit architect Nigel Farage issues a stark warning, declaring the small boats crisis a 'genuine threat to public order' and revealing a hardline strategy for the mass removal of illegal migrants from the UK.
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
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.
MPs from across the House of Commons unite in fury as the government fails to deliver on its promise to establish a new court for England and Wales, citing 'unacceptable' delays and demanding urgent action from the Justice Secretary.
The Labour government unveils a radical overhaul of the justice system, abolishing most short-term prison sentences under six months to reduce reoffending and ease prison overcrowding.
A gang of masked thieves attempting to steal £19,000 worth of mobile phones in London were caught red-handed in a spectacular sting operation by plain-clothes Metropolitan Police officers. Watch the moment they get a heavy dose of instant justice.
A growing movement argues that prisons should focus on rehabilitation, not just punishment. Experts call for systemic changes to reduce reoffending and address root causes of crime.
The Ministry of Justice is under fire for its proposal to shut down multiple courts across England and Wales, raising concerns about access to justice and local communities.
A deep dive into how strict sentencing policies in the UK have led to an overwhelmed prison system, sparking calls for urgent reform.
Former US President Donald Trump is reportedly under scrutiny as the Justice Department finalises charges in a high-stakes legal battle that could reshape his political future.
Judges in England and Wales are issuing apologies for imposing now-defunct IPP sentences, leaving thousands in legal limbo. Discover the shocking details behind this ongoing scandal.
Campaigners are urging the UK government to repeal the controversial Imprisonment for Public Protection (IPP) sentences, which have left thousands in legal limbo.
A damning report reveals widespread mismanagement and inefficiencies within Atlanta's justice system, raising concerns over fairness and accountability.
A coalition of Pacific Island nations has launched a groundbreaking legal bid at the UN's top court, demanding stronger climate action from wealthy polluters to protect their vanishing homelands.
The Netherlands has proposed a groundbreaking alliance between international courts to strengthen global justice on climate change and human rights issues.
The Pacific island nation of Tuvalu has requested an advisory opinion from the International Court of Justice on the legal obligations of states to address climate change, marking a pivotal moment in global climate justice efforts.
A tourist boat carrying 14 passengers capsized in Vietnam's scenic Ha Long Bay, sparking a dramatic rescue operation. Authorities confirm all were saved, but the incident raises concerns over safety standards.
Police are urgently searching for a man who disappeared suddenly, leaving his family and authorities baffled. Officers have issued a public appeal for information.
Bodycam footage captures the moment baffled drug dealers watch as officers in superhero costumes storm their hideout in an unconventional police raid.
A missing light aircraft has been located in the Snowy Mountains, with authorities confirming the tragic discovery of the pilot's body. The search operation concluded after days of intense efforts.
The family of Jay Slater, a missing British teenager in Tenerife, remain hopeful as the search enters its third week. Authorities and volunteers continue efforts to locate the 19-year-old.
A British hiker, Cole Henderson, has disappeared in the rugged Pyrenees mountains in Spain. Authorities are scrambling to locate the 28-year-old as concerns grow over his safety.
A 19-year-old from Essex, Alfie Coleman, has been found guilty of attempting to obtain a firearm in an undercover MI5 operation. The Old Bailey trial revealed his extremist intentions.
Authorities ramp up efforts to locate a light aircraft that vanished over New South Wales' rugged Snowy Mountains, sparking a major search operation.
A dramatic undercover operation led to the arrest of a suspected British spy after officers posed as Russian agents. The sting, captured on video, reveals tense moments as the individual is apprehended.
Leaked documents reveal a covert UK government operation to relocate Afghan migrants under a secretive scheme, raising ethical and legal concerns.