In testimony before the House Judiciary Committee concerning the cross-filed House Bill, a retired circuit court judge noted that the federal Constitution requires that juvenile offenders have “a meaningful opportunity to obtain release based on demonstrated maturity...
The Washington Post By Dan Morse August 6, 2023 Police say Gary Savage, 60, drove 900 miles to confront estranged wife and another man …“The signs of intoxication in this case, I mean you can really take your pick,” Raquin told jurors. “And objectively speaking, when...
The Washington Post By Dan Norse and Nicole Asbury July 23, 2023 A new trial was ordered for John Vigna, 56, who taught at a Montgomery County elementary school for more than 20 years ...“Trial counsel failed to investigate and prepare Vigna’s defense,” Vigna’s new...
DNA evidence has become crucial in modern criminal investigations and court proceedings. Yet, its strength hangs on a web of factors that wield immense influence over its trustworthiness and impact. Understanding these factors is essential to grasp how DNA evidence...