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Report suggests ways for Oklahoma to reduce recidivism, prison costs
The report recommends a number of reforms in criminal justice policy projected to save $ 249 million over the next decade. Clement is project director for the Justice Reinvestment Initiative, Photo by Jim Beckel, The Oklahoman 01/12/2012 The Justice
Updated: 01/11/2012 11:02P
Court rejects adding new rules on use of eyewitness testimony
The 8-1 decision came as a disappointment to some criminal law experts who say false identifications by eyewitnesses are a leading cause of wrongful convictions. Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg acknowledged the problem, but disagreed that the right
Updated: 01/11/2012 09:50P
Editorial: Justice vs interest
For criminal cases involving minors and the mentally disabled, there are the mechanisms of mediation, counseling and other legally win-win settlement measures. What law-enforcement institutions urgently need to do is to review and revise the screening
Updated: 01/11/2012 09:20P
Supreme Court rejects curbs on eyewitness testimony at trials
Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg acknowledged the problem, but disagreed that the right solution was to have judges consider the reliability of all eyewitness testimony prior to trials. That would be a major change in American criminal law — and not a good
Updated: 01/11/2012 09:13P
Deportation of accused Rwandan war criminal may be a long way off
But the government issued a cryptic statement late Wednesday saying, "war criminals will find no haven on our shores," adding that Mugesera would be removed as soon as possible, "in accordance with Canadian law." Doyon bluntly admitted there was little
Updated: 01/11/2012 08:27P
New Law in Branson Forces Peddlers to be Fingerprinted and Have Criminal
Another new law along with the merchandise display one was passed in Branson Tuesday night. The new law requiring peddlers to be finger-printed and given criminal background checks. It impacts anyone who wants a license for door-to-door sales.
Updated: 01/11/2012 08:24P
Latest Charge Against Amy Senser Has Legal Experts Analyzing Prosecutors' Moves
According to Colbert, "They don't have to prove that she knew she hit someone or that she killed someone or that someone was injured. All they have to show is that she knew she had been in an accident, which makes their case easier.
Updated: 01/11/2012 08:20P
Gouverneur Mayor's election justified by law
Christopher Miller was convicted of a few criminal offenses in his past, leading some to wonder whether he should have been allowed to run for a village position. Our Cara Thomas tells us how the mayor's election is justified by law.
Updated: 01/11/2012 08:06P
Immigration minister welcomes decision to deport Mugesera
By Katherine Wilton, THE GAZETTE January 11, 2012 7:54 PM Saying that the Rwandan people deserve justice, federal Immigration Minister Jason Kenney has welcomed a Federal Court decision that could pave the way for the deportation of Lon Mugesera.
Updated: 01/11/2012 07:55P
ORPD recruits graduate from academy
Oak Ridge Police Department's newest officers were recipients of awards during graduation ceremonies at Walters State Community College's Law Enforcement Academy Award. From left with Assistant Professor of Criminal Justice Jeffrey Gazzo are Zachary
Updated: 01/11/2012 07:54P
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