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.
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.
The US Justice Department has launched a civil rights investigation into allegations of attempts to overturn the 2020 presidential election results in Fulton County, Georgia.
The US Supreme Court has rejected Donald Trump's claim of absolute immunity from prosecution, allowing his federal election interference case to proceed in a landmark ruling.
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.
The US Justice Department has charged two individuals for allegedly operating illegal Chinese 'police stations' in Minnesota and other locations, raising concerns over foreign interference.
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.
The US Justice Department is scrutinising claims that former President Barack Obama meddled in the 2016 election, sparking fresh political controversy.
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.
Belgium has withdrawn its ambassador to Turkey following accusations of political meddling, escalating tensions between the two nations.
Brazil’s former president Jair Bolsonaro is under investigation by the Supreme Court for alleged election interference, deepening political tensions as his rival Lula returns to power.
Former US Congresswoman Tulsi Gabbard alleges that Barack Obama's administration interfered in the 2016 election, drawing parallels to Russian meddling claims. Read the explosive revelations.
Republican lawmakers in Wisconsin allege the Biden administration illegally influenced the 2024 election by funding voter registration efforts in Democrat-leaning areas. The lawsuit could reignite national debates over federal election involvement.
Former FBI director James Comey accuses Donald Trump of undermining the rule of law and turning the Justice Department into a political weapon in a revealing new interview.
The FBI has issued a stark warning about increasing threats to US democratic processes, including election interference and political violence, as the nation approaches a critical electoral period.
British authorities have detained minors as part of an investigation into alleged foreign interference by Russia and Iran targeting the UK.
Florida Attorney General Pam Bondi has dismissed the Department of Justice's ethics director, sparking debate over political interference in ethical oversight.