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Ian Farrugia appointed as magistrate
During his practice, he specialised in criminal law. In 2004, he served as a member in an inquiry set up by the Cooperatives Board. In 201, he was elected President of the Council for the Professions Complimentary to Medicine.
Updated: 05/07/2012 11:27A
Cyr: Charles Taylor's war crimes conviction overdue
By ARTHUR I. CYR “Without justice, courage is weak,” Ben Franklin wrote, and around the world today dangerous disciples of war are being brought to justice. In late April, Liberia's former president, Charles Taylor, was formally convicted of war crimes
Updated: 05/07/2012 11:15A
Government backs legislation to arrest masked rioters
The maximum current penalty for joining a riot is a two-year prison term under the Criminal Code. According to a news release from Justice Minister Rob Nicholson on Sunday, the federal government is throwing its support behind the bill, which virtually
Updated: 05/07/2012 11:11A
Republican leader to vote no on clinic access bill at Westchester Legislature
I must point out that intent is a critical component of the criminal justice process, and as such, our Board should tread carefully when modifying the intent requirement that is set forth in both federal and state laws governing clinic access.
Updated: 05/07/2012 11:10A
Republican leader to vote no on clinic access bill at Westchester Legislature
I must point out that intent is a critical component of the criminal justice process, and as such, our Board should tread carefully when modifying the intent requirement that is set forth in both federal and state laws governing clinic access.
Updated: 05/07/2012 11:10A
The Crime of Displacement: Holding Leaders Accountable
The recent conviction of former Liberian president Charles Taylor on charges of war crimes and crimes against humanity is a great accomplishment for international justice. Not since the Nuremberg trials has a former head of state been successfully
Updated: 05/07/2012 10:43A
'Laws tied my hands on pursuing prosecution'
In her statement released yesterday about the watchdog's three-year investigation into the national office of the HSU, Ms O'Neill said it was "unfortunate" the law did not allow her to conduct a criminal investigation into rorting allegations or hand
Updated: 05/07/2012 10:04A
EEOC guidance encourages individualized assessment of criminal records
Barker said she believes that many employers will conclude that they will never conduct a criminal background check unless it is required by federal law. And that in turn will hurt customers and clients because of the business risks that might arise if
Updated: 05/07/2012 10:02A
FBI Entrapment Snares More Victims
Entrapment occurs when law enforcement officials or agents induce, influence, or provoke crimes that otherwise wouldn't be committed. It doesn't apply if subjects willingly act lawlessly. Government aiding, abetting, or facilitating them is considered
Updated: 05/07/2012 08:55A
FBI Entrapment Snares More Victims
Entrapment occurs when law enforcement officials or agents induce, influence, or provoke crimes that otherwise wouldn't be committed. It doesn't apply if subjects willingly act lawlessly. Government aiding, abetting, or facilitating them is considered
Updated: 05/07/2012 08:55A
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