Judge Overrules Melissa Lucio Conviction and Death Sentence
BROWNSVILLE, TX – Melissa Lucio, accused of killing her daughter, Mariah, in 2008 “is actually innocent; she...... Read more.
Studies: ‘Powerful Link Between Childhood Abuse and Later Criminal Behavior’
WASHINGTON, DC – The case of the Menendez Brothers calls for the consideration of the role of...... Read more.
Black Patients Not Treated Equally, Less Likely to Get Pain Relief
PHILADELPHIA, PA – Recent research findings suggest a racial bias—Black patients received less pain relief and equitable...... Read more.
Ninth Circuit Rules ‘Metering’ Unlawful, Upholds Asylum Seekers’ Rights
SAN DIEGO, CA – The Ninth Circuit Court last week sided with Al Otro Lado, a non-profit...... Read more.
Governor Newsom Vetoes AB 2681, Supports Implementation of the RoboCop in Law Enforcement Processes
SACRAMENTO, CA – California Governor Gavin Newsom—at the behest of police—has vetoed AB 2681, a bill that...... Read more.
Texas Death Appeal Case Challenges Existing Texas DNA Laws
AUSTIN, TX – Although the primary use of DNA evidence in capital cases has been to exonerate...... Read more.
Harris Weak on Crime? FBI Crime Data Shows 3% Drop in Violent Crimes 2022-2023
WASHINGTON, DC – Despite reported claims by GOP Presidential Candidate Donald Trump that Democrat Presidential Candidate Kamala...... Read more.
Scores of Cases Overturned After ‘Judicial Errors’ – New Report Reveals Continued Failure to Protect New Yorkers’ Constitutional Rights
NEW YORK, NY – There are “significant lapses in judicial oversight of law enforcement actions” across New...... Read more.