The California Supreme Court has upheld the voter-approved initiative called Marsy’s Law, which increased the deferral period between parole hearings … [Read more...]
U.S. Supreme Court Strikes Down Mandatory LWOP for Juveniles
The nation’s high court said a juvenile who commits murder could not be automatically sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of … [Read more...]
Right to Assistance in Plea Deals
The U.S. Supreme Court says criminal defendants have a right to effective legal assistance during plea negotiations, and a lawyer must inform the … [Read more...]
Court to Rule on Juvenile LWOP
The US Supreme Court is mulling over the constitutionality of sentencing a juvenile to life without the possibility of parole (LWOP). In March, the … [Read more...]
U.S. Supreme Court To Hear Race Case
The subject of race and admissions policy for state universities is once again before the U.S. Supreme Court. Abigail Fisher, a Texas resident, is … [Read more...]
Court Defines Evidence Standard for Lifer Parole
A new California Supreme Court decision clarifies the scope and proper application of the “some evidence” standard used by courts to review parole … [Read more...]
Court Rules Parole Can’t Be Denied Solely Based on Past
The parole board or the governor cannot deny parole based primarily on a prisoner’s past, a California appeals court has ruled. The 6th District Court … [Read more...]
Confidential Files Used to Deny Parole
The California Court of Appeal for the Sixth Appellate District ruled that confidential information used by former Governor Schwarzenegger does need … [Read more...]
Court Rejects Self-Defense Claim
A prisoner who is called a “bitch” by another inmate is not justified in using force in self-defense. The Federal Court of Appeals for the Ninth … [Read more...]
Court to Rule on Jerusalem Born Citizens
The U.S. Supreme Court will decide whether babies born in Jerusalem to parents who are U.S. citizens may have their birth certificates and passports … [Read more...]
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