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Michael Jackson Trial Nears the End: Is Conrad Murray Guilty?
Dr. Steven Schafer, a propofol expert, took the stand on Friday and told the court, "[It] is so egregious that I actually find it difficult to comprehend." He also criticized Murray's failure to call 911 immediately. On the other hand, the defense has
Updated: 11/03/2011 04:01P
Closing Arguments to Begin in Conrad Murray Manslaughter Trial
Prosecutors say Murray was engaged in a lawful practice by giving propofol to Jackson but acted in a criminally negligent way by using the drug as an insomnia treatment without the presence of proper staff or medical equipment. They also contend Murray
Updated: 11/03/2011 03:22P
Want to grant bail? Conditions apply
Under any system the court has no power to covert pre-trial detention in to an advance installment of punishment by pre-judging the offence at the stage of bail hearing. The Karnataka Lokayukta conducted its investigation that was more suited to the
Updated: 11/03/2011 03:16P
Female pastor bound over for trial on same sex rape charge
Stevyn Caldwell, 46, of Inkster was bound over to circuit court for trial Wednesday on allegations that she beat, then sexually assaulted a woman who had come to her for spiritual advice. The preliminary examination preceding the bind-over revealed the
Updated: 11/03/2011 03:16P
Most arrested at NYC Occupy march opt for trial
trial on disorderly conduct charges after they refused prosecutors' offers to dismiss the charges if they stay out of trouble for six months. They were among 79 demonstrators due in Manhattan criminal court Thursday on charges stemming from a Sept.
Updated: 11/03/2011 03:16P
Appeals court: D.C. police chief can demote commanders without cause
The DC Court of Appeals has affirmed the District's police chief ability to demote high-ranking officers at her discretion. DC Police Chief Cathy Lanier welcomed the the three-judge panel's decision. "It ensures that officials at the highest level of
Updated: 11/03/2011 03:15P
Doctor 'took Jackson from his kids'
Superior Court Judge Michael Pastor gave jurors instructions on how to view evidence in the case and reminded them before Walgren began speaking that closing arguments are not evidence in the case. The seven-man, five-woman jury has listened
Updated: 11/03/2011 03:15P
Death Penalty Task Force Receives Charge
As a cooperative effort between the Supreme Court and the Ohio State Bar Association, the Joint Task Force is chaired by retired Second District Court of Appeals Judge James A. Brogan and includes 21 other members who are judges, prosecuting and
Updated: 11/03/2011 03:15P
Court gives jail terms to cricketers Butt, Amir, Asif for involvement in fixing
"What ought to be honest sporting competition may not be such at all," he added after a 22-day trial at Southwark Crown Court. The scam that jolted the authorities into launching its most widespread corruption investigation came in the middle of
Updated: 11/03/2011 03:15P
Spot-fixing Case – Amir! Its time to act, not think
Amir had apologised through written statement submitted to the court. He apologised to the people of his country and cricket lovers all around the world. He regretted the fact that he failed to accept the blame much earlier saying, “I did not find the
Updated: 11/03/2011 03:14P
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