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Supreme Court set to define terrorist activity
"Motive, used as an essential element for a crime, is foreign to criminal law, humanitarian law, and the law regarding crimes against humanity," Rutherford ruled in October 2006. "While the hate motive may be an aggravating factor at sentencing,
Updated: 06/30/2011 10:51A
Going to Jail for Linking & What Sen. Amy Klobuchar's S. 978 Could Mean For You
While the legislation enjoys broad congressional support, a number of bloggers have slammed the bill on the grounds that it would allegedly impose criminal liability on lots of innocent US Internet users. In this essay, I'll answer a few “Frequently
Updated: 06/30/2011 10:47A
Going to Jail for Linking? What Sen. Amy Klobuchar's S. 978 Could Mean for You
As Masnick points out, under S. 978, you may be open to criminal liability in such a situation. Terry Hart of Copyhype has a more nuanced view, arguing that even if the law would technically make criminals out of individuals who post infringing videos
Updated: 06/30/2011 10:47A
Ottawa man gets chance to challenge terrorism law before Supreme Court
The Supreme Court traditionally does not provide reasons for granting leave to appeal, but a criminal law expert said the message from the court may be that it wants a chance to weigh in on the definition of terrorism enshrined in the law.
Updated: 06/30/2011 10:43A
Muamar Gaddafi: wanted
But patience is important, because at the end of the day it's about the justice for the victims. It's not about these heads of state and their thugs, who have committed these crimes, it's about the victims and seeking justice for them, because mankind
Updated: 06/30/2011 10:41A
Voluntary Media Council condemns arrest of Standard journalists
The police are charging the three with criminal defamation under Section 96 of the Criminal Code and with the publication of false statements prejudicial to the State, which undermine public confidence in law enforcement agents under Section 31
Updated: 06/30/2011 09:17A
Savannah City Attorney Jimmy Blackburn honored with Cheatham professionalism award
As city attorney, Blackburn's expertise must cover a range of legal fronts, whether civil rights law, zoning, tax issues or criminal law. "He's like an encyclopedia of municipal law," O'Connor said. "His opinions and his interpretation of municipal law
Updated: 06/30/2011 07:56A
Nigeria: BRT - Lagos Arraigns Dismissed Soldier - Slams Five Charges Against Him
Drove the car in a dangerous manner, contrary to and punishable under Section 28 of the state Road Traffic Law. • Conducted himself in a manner likely to cause a breach of the peace, punishable under Section 249 (d) of the Criminal Code.
Updated: 06/30/2011 07:44A
The Associated Press
FORT WAYNE — The city of Fort Wayne has raised more than $50000 by auctioning off exhibits from a closed natural history museum. The News-Sentinel reports the city auctioned off about 300 lots from the Jack Diehm Museum of Natural History.
Updated: 06/30/2011 07:01A
Bribery of foreign officials - two cautionary tales
Companies should also be aware that, in addition to the obvious criminal law ramifications of engaging in bribery, there may also be securities laws implications to such schemes. Niko Resources, a Calgary-based oil and gas producer, pleaded guilty last
Updated: 06/30/2011 07:00A
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