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Tennessee's appellate panel is grappling with a pivotal question: Can a DUI case be resurrected after a dismissal when the statute of limitations has expired?

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#TN #CitizenPortal #TennesseeDUI #StatuteLimitations #LegalReform #CriminalJustice

A Massachusetts court is being urged to vacate a conviction over improper shackling during a trial, raising critical questions about the rights of defendants and the standards for visible restraints.

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#MA #CitizenPortal #TrialProcedure #LegalReform #CriminalJustice

An attorney argues that undisclosed evidence in a pivotal case could overturn a conviction and reveal critical flaws in witness credibility.

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Christopher Castow's claim for innocence in his arson conviction was denied, despite his passionate defense and claims of new evidence; can he prove his case against the Attorney General's objections?

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#CA #CitizenPortal #LegalReform #CriminalJustice #InnocenceClaims

A fierce legal battle unfolds in Texas as attorneys clash over whether a key statute shields defendants from exemplary damages in cases involving third-party criminal acts.

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The Texas Supreme Court is deliberating a pivotal case that could redefine property owners' liability for mass shootings—could this change the landscape of safety in public spaces?

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Across the Country, Youth Prisons Are Closing. This State Is Building More.#CriminalJustice

In a surprising turn of events, the parole board has opted for treatment over punishment for Steven Robinson, highlighting a path of recovery instead of revocation.

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#LA #CitizenPortal #SubstanceAbuse #RehabilitationPathways #CriminalJustice #LouisianaParole

Discover how a groundbreaking AI pilot is transforming the parole decision-making process while keeping human oversight at the forefront.

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#PA #CitizenPortal #VictimRights #AIInnovation #CriminalJustice

The Commission faces a crucial crossroads: can it reshape the future of adult murder sentencing, or is its authority limited to juvenile cases?

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“I think Mark Rowley was right to say what he did. #CriminalJustice is in crisis, and was only hanging on until 14 years of Tory cuts could avoid blame”

A former judge pointed out that it is police responsibility to notify the court of the risks.

How is Mark Rowley still in a job?

Call for Proposals — Make a criminal justice event happen on your campus! CJAO invites student organizations to propose an event around an issue that matters to their community *Apply by Nov 6!* www.cjao.ca/cjao-sponsor... | #CJAO #CriminalJustice #StudentEngagement

Lindsay Issacs' life turned upside down after a misleading ALPR match led to her wrongful arrest for a fatal crash, showcasing the dire consequences of unchecked surveillance technology.

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#IL #CitizenPortal #DataPrivacy #CriminalJustice

An appeals court is debating whether expert testimony could have changed the fate of a violent offender who was released before a tragic shooting.

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#WA #CitizenPortal #ExpertTestimony #CriminalJustice #LegalAccountability

Eyewitness testimony, damning surveillance footage, and a chilling confession—could this evidence seal Hawthorne's fate?

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