Latest Trial Court News
Jersey officials pursue extradition case
Barrister Anwar Nashashibi and Detective Constable Mark Adrian Grieve arrived at the Milimani Law Courts yesterday for the hearing of the extradition case, but were met by youth hurling racist remarks. Trial magistrate Lucy Nyambura said she would
Updated: 11/17/2011 03:25P
Home Run for Democracy – California Supreme Court Rules For Sponsors of Prop 8
Gay rights groups have argued that ProtectMarriage, the sponsor of Proposition 8 did not have standing to appeal the trial court's decision to ban the measure. These same groups argue that they will still win in federal court on constitutional grounds.
Updated: 11/17/2011 03:25P
Court rejects claim killer's lawyer was on meth during trial
In its opinion today upholding a Miller County circuit judge's denial of Anderson's appeal, the Supreme Court said that in the absence of evidence establishing that Anderson used drugs during the trials, the circuit judge made “a credibility call,” and
Updated: 11/17/2011 03:24P
Raucous trial over showing 'Persepolis' in Tunisia adjourned amid court furor
AP TUNIS, Tunisia — The trial in Tunisia over broadcasting the animated film "Persepolis" was cut short after an uproar in the courtroom. Lawyers for the two sides shouted at each other and exchanged insults, prompting the judge on Thursday to adjourn
Updated: 11/17/2011 03:23P
Attorneys wrap 9-day hearing in Molly Midyette's bid for new trial
Jane Bowers hugs her daughter, Molly Bowers, after a hearing Thursday November 17, 2011, at the Boulder County Justice Center. Bowers, formerly Molly Midyette, is asking for a new trial in the death of her son.
Updated: 11/17/2011 03:22P
Trial wrapping up for man accused in abuse-related death
The case against Dale Beckering, 52, could be handed to a 3rd District Court jury Thursday afternoon. The victim, Christina Harms, was strapped — crucifixion style — to a clothes bar in the closet using zip-ties, according to police.
Updated: 11/17/2011 03:18P
Bengals: Adam Jones' trial delayed until January
Bengals defensive back Adam Jones' non-jury trial has been delayed until January 18. It was originally scheduled for Thursday morning in Hamilton County Municipal Court. Jones was charged with misdemeanor disorderly conduct and resisting arrest after
Updated: 11/17/2011 03:18P
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If you're thinking about going to tomorrow's 7 pm men's hoops game against Miami, you might want to act now. Only 200 tickets remain for the showdown... AJ Green did not practice for a second straight day due to his hyperextended right knee.
Updated: 11/17/2011 03:18P
Alleged racial profiling victim wins appeal
A Longueuil Superior Court judge overturned that ticket and ordered a new trial. "It's a giant step in regards to where it all began," Debeelefeuille told reporters. And where it all began for Debellefeuille was in July 2009 when he was stopped by a
Updated: 11/17/2011 03:18P
John Edwards case to start in January
17 (UPI) -- Former US presidential hopeful John Edwards will go on trial at the end of January on charges he violated campaign finance laws. US District Court Judge Catherine Eagles, sitting in Greensboro, NC, scheduled jury selection to begin Jan.
Updated: 11/17/2011 03:18P