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Can Whistleblowers 'Cross-Examine' the SEC?
The list of attendees included 1500 or so of the country's leading lawyers who represent Wall Street, as well as some of the government's top cops from both the SEC and the Justice Department. Criminal justice, as it pertains to the Goldmans and Morgan
Updated: 01/09/2012 07:43A
ATF Blames 'Career Criminal" for John Capano's Shooting Death
“As a result of his criminal actions three men, who were trained law enforcement officials, responded to a call of duty and rushed towards the danger, in order to protect the public.” During remarks at Friday's funeral service, Capano's brother, James,
Updated: 01/09/2012 06:25A
Media analysis: Grand Rapids HIV criminal case spurs 'sensationalist' reporting
28, police and prosecutors added a second disclosure-law felony. Officials say they expect to file more criminal charges as their investigation continues. This was not the man's first trip to psychiatric observation and care, nor would it be his last.
Updated: 01/09/2012 06:04A
35% of Child Sex Abuse Caused by Minors
For many of the therapists and attorneys who deal with them, these juvenile offenders pose a profoundly complicated challenge for the child-protection and criminal justice systems. It's a diverse group that defies stereotypes, encompassing a minority
Updated: 01/09/2012 05:26A
Opening statements set in Iraq war crime trial
Military prosecutors face an uphill battle trying to prove, so many years after the killings, that Wuterich's actions were criminal, legal experts say. Others believe the military jury _ made up of Iraq veterans _ will be better equipped for the case
Updated: 01/09/2012 05:23A
Opening statements set in Iraq war crime trial
Military prosecutors face an uphill battle trying to prove, so many years after the killings, that Wuterich's actions were criminal, legal experts say. Others believe the military jury - made up of Iraq veterans - will be better equipped for the case
Updated: 01/09/2012 05:19A
As the New Legislative Session Begins, One Bill Looms Above the Rest
Following a recommendation from the Criminal Justice Reform Commission that released its report in late 2011, there has been some speculation whether the Legislature might establish a permanent Criminal Justice Oversight Commission that could also be
Updated: 01/09/2012 05:14A
As the New Legislative Session Begins, One Bill Looms Above the Rest
Following a recommendation from the Criminal Justice Reform Commission that released its report in late 2011, there has been some speculation whether the Legislature might establish a permanent Criminal Justice Oversight Commission that could also be
Updated: 01/09/2012 05:14A
SEC Changes Its Settlement Language Where Criminal Violations Admitted
The policy change, announced by Securities and Exchange Commission Enforcement Director Robert Khuzami on Friday, applies only to instances where a defendant has already admitted to violating criminal laws. It comes just over a month after a federal
Updated: 01/09/2012 05:12A
Florida Mandatory Reporting Laws
State, county or municipal law enforcement officers or criminal justice employees. However, most professionally mandatory reporters have to report both abuse against adults and children. These include: If you are a member of one of these groups,
Updated: 01/09/2012 04:52A
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