Texas Execution Raises Questions Over 'Psychopath Test' Use in Court
Robert Roberson faces execution in Texas amid growing scrutiny of the 'psychopath test' used in his sentencing, with experts questioning its validity in court.
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Paedophile Jailed 11 Years for Abusing Two Schoolgirls
Craig Ferguson, 46, has been sentenced to 11 years for sexually assaulting two schoolgirls in Gateshead. He must serve two-thirds of his sentence and will be on the sex offenders register for life.
Thug Jailed After Glass Attack in Hamilton Street
Christopher Scott, 29, was jailed for 14 months for slashing a man's face and body with broken glass outside a shop in Hamilton. He acted under provocation.
Wife Stabs Husband to Death with Paring Knife, Trial Hears
Daryl Berman, 71, denies murdering her husband David, 84, at their Prestwich home. She claims the fatal stab wound was accidental, but prosecutors argue it was a deliberate attack.
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Landmark Ruling: UK Company Found Liable for Modern Slavery
Landmark UK high court ruling finds company liable for modern slavery, awarding compensation to six trafficked Lithuanian men.
Soldier Jailed for 16 Years in Attempted Murder of Love Rival
Soldier John Watson sentenced to 16 years for kidnapping and attempting to murder a fellow serviceman who was seeing his estranged wife.
Transgender Woman Jailed for Hospital Indecency
Paula Stanton, 62, was sentenced for masturbating in full view of nursing staff at University Hospital of Wales, Cardiff. She had 12 previous convictions for 19 offences.
Stalker Jailed For Three Years After Despicable Campaign
Staffordshire woman warns others after ex-partner threatened to jump on her car in stalking campaign; man jailed for three years.
Lorry Driver Sues Specsavers Over Failed Eye Test
Lorry driver Francis Hodibert sues Specsavers for negligence after a failed eye test led to his HGV licence being revoked, causing depression and loss of income.
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Reverend Richard Coles Admits to Illegally Burying Pet Ashes with Parishioners
Reverend Richard Coles admits to illegally burying pets' ashes with parishioners at his Northamptonshire church, distracting undertakers to fulfil final wishes.
Victims and Bereaved Families to Get Six Months to Challenge ‘Unduly Lenient’ Sentences
UK extends time limit for challenging unduly lenient sentences from 28 days to six months for victims and bereaved families.
Mother Avoids Jail After Filming Suffocation of Infant Son
Missouri mother Emma Rigdon avoids jail after pleading guilty to filming herself suffocating her infant son, boasting about the abuse.
Timeline of David Coote's downfall as ex-Premier League ref set for sentencing
Former Premier League referee David Coote faces sentencing on Thursday after admitting misconduct charges over derogatory comments and alleged drug use.
50 Cent Mocks Diddy in Open Letter to Judge Ahead of Sentencing
50 Cent trolls Diddy with open letter urging judge to consider public safety before sentencing, mocking baby oil discovery and hinting at Netflix doc.
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Idaho Orders Probe Into Prison Staff Sexual Abuse Allegations
Idaho lawmakers order independent probe into handling of sexual abuse allegations in women's prisons after investigative reporting reveals systemic failures.
Victims and Families Get Six Months to Challenge Unduly Lenient Sentences
Victims and families get six months to challenge unduly lenient sentences, up from 28 days, under new government changes.
Ex-Premier League referee David Coote given suspended sentence for indecent image of schoolboy
Former Premier League referee David Coote receives suspended sentence for indecent image of 15-year-old schoolboy.
Murder sentence referred to court of appeal
The 21-year minimum jail term for Vickrum Digwa, who murdered Henry Nowak, will be reviewed by the court of appeal after the solicitor general referred the case as potentially unduly lenient.
Court of Appeal Reviews Lenient Sentence in Henry Nowak Murder
The Court of Appeal will review the life sentence of Vickrum Digwa, who murdered 18-year-old Henry Nowak. Solicitor General Ellie Reeves referred the case under the Unduly Lenient Sentence scheme.
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Appeal Review for Henry Nowak's Killer's Sentence
The Solicitor General has referred Vickrum Digwa's 21-year sentence for murdering Henry Nowak to the Court of Appeal, citing potential undue leniency.
Henry Nowak Killer's Sentence to Be Reviewed
The sentence of Vickrum Digwa, jailed for life with a minimum of 21 years for murdering student Henry Nowak, will be reviewed by the Court of Appeal as 'unduly lenient'.
Killer's 21-Year Term Referred to Court of Appeal
Solicitor General Ellie Reeves has referred Vickrum Digwa's 21-year minimum sentence for murdering Henry Nowak to the Court of Appeal under the unduly lenient scheme.
Oklahoma Man Makes Final Plea to Avoid Execution
Tremane Wood faces execution in Oklahoma despite brother's confession and clemency recommendation; governor decides his fate.
Drunk Driver Jailed For Fatal M62 Crash After Faking Injuries
Steven Naylor jailed for 12 years for fatal M62 crash after faking injuries; wife Lisa sentenced to 4.5 years for perverting justice.
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Norwegian Royal Jailed for Rape After 40 Charges
Marius Borg Høiby, son of Norway's Crown Princess, sentenced to four years for rape, assault, and abuse. He faced 40 charges, including drug offenses.
Elderly Sex Offender Avoids Jail for Breaching Order
William Powell, 85, admitted breaching a sexual offences prevention order by staying overnight in a Hamilton pub. He was admonished due to unusual circumstances.
Rapist Jailed 10 Years After Brave Victim Speaks Out
David McDonald, 64, of Newton Aycliffe, was jailed for 10 years for raping a teenage girl. The victim bravely reported him to a teacher, leading to his conviction.
Florida Carries Out Record 11th Execution This Year
Florida executes Curtis Windom, its 11th execution this year, for the 1992 murders of three people in Orlando.
Son Jailed for Stealing £41,000 from Mother with Dementia
Son jailed for two years for stealing £41,000 from his mother with dementia, after she testified via video before her death.
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Lostprophets Singer Watkins Died From Neck Stab Wound
Lostprophets singer Ian Watkins died from a stab wound to the neck, an inquest has heard, with two inmates charged with murder.
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