Teen walks free after playground indecency and damage
Callum Green, 19, received a community order for an indecent act and criminal damage at a Hartlepool playground. Read the full court details and sentencing.
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Court backlog hits record high, jury trial plans questioned
The backlog in Crown Courts has soared to nearly 80,000 cases, with magistrates' courts also at a record high. Justice Secretary David Lammy's plan to slash jury trials faces criticism as barristers call for more courtrooms. Read the full analysis.
Daughter Wins Court Fight Over 'Suspicious' £250 Will
A High Court judge has ruled a father's will leaving one daughter just £250 while her sister inherited a £600k house was 'highly suspicious'. Read the full story of the family dispute.
Jury trial rights cut for crimes under three-year sentences
Justice Secretary David Lammy announces sweeping court reforms to slash backlogs. Defendants facing less than three years in jail will lose automatic right to jury trial. Read the full details.
Lammy's Plan: Jury Trials Only for Most Serious Crimes
Justice Secretary David Lammy suggests limiting jury trials to rape, murder, and manslaughter cases to tackle the 78,000-case court backlog. Discover the controversial plans for court reform.
Rival brides in court fight over bigamist's £1.8m fortune
Two women unknowingly married to the same man are locked in a High Court battle over his £1.8 million estate. Discover the shocking story of bigamy and inheritance.
Son loses £2.6m court fight with mother over Chelsea home
A financier's £2.6m claim against his mother over a Chelsea townhouse has been dismissed, leaving him with a £1m court bill. Read the full High Court ruling details.
Former Cricketer Paul Rofe in Court Over Child Assault Charge
Former Australian cricketer Paul Rofe appears in court charged with aggravated assault of a boy under 12. The 44-year-old ex-bowler contests the allegation. Read the latest developments.
Teen appears in court for murder of ex-girlfriend, 17
Cameron Cheng, 18, has appeared in court charged with murdering his 17-year-old ex-girlfriend Lainie Williams and the attempted murder of her mother in South Wales. A trial date has been set for May 11.
Teen in court over murder of schoolgirl Lainie Williams
Cameron Cheng, 18, appears in court charged with murder of 17-year-old Lainie Williams and attempted murder of her mother. Follow for breaking updates on this tragic case.
9-Year-Old Ohio Boy Denies Rape Charges in Court
A nine-year-old Ohio boy accused of raping a five-year-old girl returns home with ankle monitor despite victim's mother's emotional plea. Case continues in juvenile court.
Bruce Lehrmann in Tasmania court over car theft charges
Former political staffer Bruce Lehrmann appears in Hobart Magistrates Court charged with stealing a car from Parliament House amid ongoing legal controversies.
Teenager loses court battle over Ghana boarding school
A 16-year-old has lost her High Court challenge against her parents' decision to send her to a strict boarding school in Ghana, in a landmark case about parental authority and child welfare.
Lucy Ward: Joey Barton's posts scared me
Broadcaster Lucy Ward gives emotional testimony about fearing for her safety after former footballer Joey Barton targeted her with misogynistic social media posts in landmark online abuse case.
Tommy Robinson jailed for contempt of court
English Defence League founder Tommy Robinson has been sentenced to prison after being found in contempt of court for filming defendants in an active criminal case and broadcasting the footage online.
Judge's 'Bend the Knee' outburst in court goes viral
A judge erupted in fury at Leeds Crown Court when a defendant refused to stand, shouting 'Bend the knee!' in a dramatic courtroom confrontation that's gone viral.
Sibling rift over £1.3m inheritance fortune
A bitter family dispute erupts as a daughter inherits her mother's entire £1.3 million estate while her brother receives nothing, leading to a High Court battle over the contested will.
No Pants Court Hearing Sparks Judicial Fury in Detroit
A Detroit court hearing descends into chaos as multiple defendants appear virtually without trousers, prompting stern judicial rebuke and raising questions about remote proceedings decorum.
Brigitte Macron takes cyberbullies to court over rumours
Brigitte Macron fights back against online trolls spreading malicious rumours about her gender identity in landmark French court case targeting cyberbullying.
Mother charged with manslaughter over son's drug death
Kristie McBride, a 43-year-old Wollongong mother, faces manslaughter charges after her son's tragic drug-related death. The court hears how her home became a 'drug den' leading to unimaginable consequences.
Killer's chilling threat before murdering partner revealed
A domestic violence perpetrator's sickening threat before murdering his ex-partner reveals the terrifying reality of abusive relationships. The courtroom heard how he strangled and burned Samantha in a brutal attack that has shocked the community.
Businessman's 'No Face, No Case' Defence Goes Viral
A British entrepreneur's controversial social media strategy of concealing his identity during court proceedings sparks legal debate and online frenzy. Discover how his 'no face, no case' approach challenges modern justice systems.
Chris Brown in London court over nightclub bottle attack
R&B superstar Chris Brown unexpectedly appears at Westminster Magistrates' Court facing assault allegations after a London nightclub incident involving a bottle.
Ex-minister's Covid testing firm 'shoddy', court hears
Exclusive: Shahid Malik's company Diagnostic Laboratory Solutions allegedly provided unreliable COVID-19 tests during pandemic while receiving millions in government contracts.
Jack Nicklaus Faces Defamation Lawsuit Over Trump Comments
Golfing icon Jack Nicklaus finds himself in legal turmoil as a Florida court case proceeds over alleged defamatory statements made about a former business partner following his endorsement of Donald Trump.
South Africa files genocide case against Israel at UN court
In a landmark legal move, South Africa brings Israel before the UN's top court alleging genocide in Gaza, while Israel prepares a robust defence against what it calls 'blood libel' accusations.
Mother forced to fight government alone in family court
Exclusive: A single mother from South Yorkshire battles the Ministry of Justice alone after being denied legal aid, exposing systemic failures in the family court system that critics say prioritises cost savings over children's welfare.
London lawyer accused of brutal wife murder in shocking case
Shocking court case unfolds as wealthy London lawyer is accused of murdering his wife, with prosecutors revealing horrific details about the state of her remains. Exclusive coverage of this disturbing crime.
Katie Price Prepares Evidence Against Ex in Sex Case
Former glamour model Katie Price is compiling evidence against ex-husband Kieran Hayler, who stands accused of sexually assaulting a 13-year-old girl during their marriage. The shocking allegations have sent ripples through the celebrity world.
Andrew O'Keefe sentenced to prison for assault
Australian television personality Andrew O'Keefe faces prison time after being convicted of common assault and drug possession in dramatic court proceedings.
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