DOJ Reviews Jury Trial System for England and Wales
The UK government is reviewing the jury trial system, with proposals to reduce jury sizes and limit complex cases. Discover the potential impact on justice.
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'Ticking Time Bomb' Killer Released After 43-Stab Murder
The mother of a murder victim has spoken of her devastation after her daughter's female killer, described as a 'ticking time bomb', was quietly released from prison after serving a sentence for the brutal 43-stabbing.
Met Police Chief Demands Jury System Overhaul
Metropolitan Police Commissioner Sir Mark Rowley calls for a major overhaul of the jury selection process, urging deeper vetting to weed out jurors with 'extreme views' that threaten the integrity of high-profile trials, including terrorism cases.
Chilling Past of UK's Youngest Double Murderer Revealed
A shocking investigation reveals the troubled childhood and systemic failures surrounding the UK's youngest double murderer, a 12-year-old boy with a history of extreme violence and neglect.
Minnesota Man Freed After 25-Year Wrongful Conviction
Bryan Hooper walks free after a quarter-century behind bars as Minnesota court overturns wrongful murder conviction, exposing systemic justice failures.
DOJ Report: Minneapolis Police Engaged in Systemic Racism
A damning US Justice Department investigation reveals a culture of systemic racism, excessive force, and discrimination within the Minneapolis Police Department, two years after the murder of George Floyd.
Farage slams 'paper mache' prisons in justice system attack
Reform UK leader Nigel Farage has launched a scathing attack on the UK's prison system, labelling jails as 'paper mache' and condemning the government's early release scheme as a dangerous failure.
Daughter of Abuser Voluntarily Enters NSW Prison After His Death
A New South Wales woman's extraordinary decision to enter prison voluntarily after her abusive father's death reveals deep trauma and sparks a national conversation about justice for victims of familial sexual abuse.
Jacinta Price Refuses to Apologise for Migrant Comments
Senator Jacinta Nampijinpa Price stands firm, refusing to retract her controversial remarks about Indian migrants and 'rorting the system,' igniting a fierce national debate on immigration and cultural integration in Australia.
British Teen Jailed in Greece for Cannabis Possession
Exclusive: The harrowing story of 19-year-old Bella May Culley, sentenced to a Greek prison for cannabis possession, and her family's desperate fight for justice.
UK Jury System Review Amid Bias Concerns in Protest Trials
A major review of the UK's jury system is underway, sparked by concerns over juror bias in politically charged trials. The Law Commission is investigating potential reforms to ensure fair trials in an era of heightened activism.
US Justice Dept Accused of Withholding Ghislaine Maxwell Files
The US House Oversight Committee confronts the Justice Department over withheld Ghislaine Maxwell documents. Democrats allege a cover-up, demanding transparency on Epstein's powerful associates.
UK Overhauls Sentencing: New Powers to Challenge Lenient Sentences
The UK Sentencing Council gains significant new powers, allowing it to proactively refer unduly lenient sentences to the Court of Appeal for review, marking a major shift in criminal justice policy.
New court rule: Judges must consider offender background
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.
Giuliani Spokesman's Explosive Rant Against 'Leftist Lunatics'
Ted Goodman, spokesman for Donald Trump's former lawyer Rudy Giuliani, has launched a blistering attack on 'leftist lunatics' and the justice system in a fiery defence of his client, following Giuliani's indictment in the Georgia election case.
Jan 6 Rioters Demand Cash Compensation After Trump Pardons
In a brazen new development, convicted January 6th rioters are demanding financial compensation from the US government for their time in prison, citing presidential pardons as justification. This controversial move sparks outrage and debate.
Abusive killer's manslaughter plea accepted in court
Exclusive: The family of murdered Elle Edwards slam the justice system after her abusive ex-partner, Michael Edwards, is allowed to plead guilty to manslaughter, dodging a murder trial.
Supreme Court rules against Scottish Gov over court closure
The UK Supreme Court has ruled against the Scottish Government, upholding the controversial closure of Kirkcaldy Sheriff Court. The decision deals a significant blow to Holyrood's authority over local justice matters.
Nationwide 'March for Australia' Rallies Protest Immigration
Major cities across Australia witness significant demonstrations as the 'March for Australia' draws diverse crowds united in their criticism of current immigration levels and government policy.
Wanted Albanian Pimp Free in UK Despite Extradition Loss
Exclusive: Despite a European Arrest Warrant and a lost legal fight in 2019, dangerous Albanian fugitive Ilir Rrecaj continues to evade justice, walking the streets of Britain. This investigation reveals a shocking breakdown in the UK's extradition system
Man wins landmark case against police in wrongful arrest battle
The incredible true story of Stephen Valentine, the ordinary man who took on the British police in a groundbreaking legal battle over wrongful arrest and emerged victorious, changing the landscape of citizen rights.
Family Sues State Over Femicide Protection Failures
The family of a French woman murdered by her ex-partner is taking the state to court, demanding answers for systemic failures that left her unprotected despite known risks.
Probation Watchdog Demands Overhaul of Flawed Offender Scheme
The Chief Inspector of Probation issues a stark warning over the 'intensive supervision' programme for dangerous offenders, citing systemic failures and a 'worrying lack of progress' that puts the public at risk.
IPP Prison 'Life Sentence' Scandal Exposed by Probation Chief
England and Wales face a human rights crisis as 1,800 IPP-sentenced inmates remain imprisoned, many years beyond their original tariff. Probation chief Martin Jones demands urgent government action to resolve this 'indefinite' sentencing scandal.
Savannah Chrisley's White House Meeting for Prison Reform
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.
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.
3,000 prisoners trapped under abolished IPP sentences
Exclusive investigation reveals nearly 3,000 inmates remain incarcerated under abolished IPP sentences, with self-harm rates soaring and government promises unfulfilled.
Epping Forest Double Murder Convictions Overturned After 41 Years
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.
UK Prison System Failing on Rehabilitation, Report Warns
A damning new report reveals the catastrophic failure of the UK's prison system to rehabilitate inmates, leading to a vicious cycle of reoffending. Discover the urgent calls for a major overhaul focused on education, skills, and mental health support to t
Indian-Australian faces deportation after 18 years in limbo
Sameer Dhanda faces removal to India despite arriving in Australia as a teenager, exposing critical flaws in the nation's migration system and sparking a major debate on immigration fairness.
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