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Published on 02:43 GMT

Johnson County Sheriff continues to voice concerns over capacity and structural issues at jail

IOWA CITY, Iowa (KCRG) - Johnson County’s sheriff said the county has spent more than 15 million dollars over the past 20 years to house inmates at other jails because he doesn’t have enough room. For the past few years, Sheriff Brad Kunkel has been vocal …

Source: KCRG - Iowa - Label Pending
Published on Jan 13, 2025

Madison nonprofits fighting to reverse DOC used book ban in Wisconsin prisons

MADISON, Wis. (WMTV) - Thousands of letters get hand sorted from the basement of the Social Justice Center on Williamson Street, each one containing a book request from a state prisoner. “Sometimes they want to learn about history...Spanish to English …

Source: WMTV NBC15 - Wisconsin - Neutral
Published on 01:05 GMT

Drones delivering drugs direct to prison cells are ‘threat to national security’

HMP Manchester, which holds some category A prisoners, is among the facilities affected (Picture: Getty) The UK’s top prison inspector has warned drug drones are a national security threat, as inmates burn holes in their windows to receive deliveries. …

Source: Metro - Neutral
Published on 04:05 GMT

Arizona flight attendant murder suspect left Denver jail 2 months prior to attacks

Elijah Caudill left the Denver jail precisely two months before the stabbings, under the assistance of a state program designed to assist mentally ill inmates. DENVER — The man accused of murdering two people on the 16th Street Mall Saturday and Sunday …

Source: KPNX 12 News - Arizona - Label Pending
Published on 03:08 GMT

Attorneys for man convicted in Delphi murders believe wrong person is in prison

BEING A FELON IN POSSESSION OF A GUN. TONIGHT, WE ARE HEARING FROM THE ATTORNEYS FOR THE MAN CONVICTED OF KILLING TWO GIRLS IN DELPHI, INDIANA. RICHARD ALLEN WAS SENTENCED TO 130 YEARS FOR KILLING ABBY WILLIAMS AND LIBBY GERMAN. THE GIRLS BODIES WERE FOUND …

Source: WLKY - Kentucky - Neutral
Published on Jan 13, 2025

Settlement in case of Hays County Jail inmate who claimed guards crushed his hand

The $70,000 settlement included an extension of the grievance period for incarcerated people in Hays County. HAYS COUNTY, Texas — A settlement has been reached in the case of a Hays County Jail inmate who claimed correction officers intentionally crushed …

Source: KVUE - Texas - Label Pending
Published on 01:57 GMT

Christian pastor, wife released from Indian prison while anti-conversion laws continue to fill jails

By Anto Akkara, Global Christian Relief Monday, January 13, 2025 Unidentified devotees hold the holy cross on their head during the annual celebration of the Malankara Orthodox Church on Nov. 2, 2010, in Parumala, Kerala, India. | iStock/ajijchanA …

Source: The Christian Post - Washington D.C. - Right-wing
Published on 02:46 GMT

Black Warrant is a genre-defying coming-of-age tale inside Tihar Jail where endurance triumphs over defiance

Black Warrant, a seven-episode Netflix web series created by Vikramaditya Motwane and Satyanshu Singh, opens with a riveting sequence. The first seven minutes employ parallel editing, presenting Sunil (Zahan Kapoor) in two distinct scenarios. One functions …

Source: The Indian Express - Center-left
Published on 06:52 GMT

Killer rapist set to walk out of jail TOMORROW - after he was thrown back in jail when was caught stalking dating apps ...

By PRANAV HARISH FOR DAILY MAIL AUSTRALIA Published: 01:06 EST, 14 January 2025 | Updated: 01:06 EST, 14 January 2025 A convicted murderer and rapist who signed up to several dating apps using fake names the last time he was paroled is set to walk free …

Source: Daily Mail - Right-wing
Published on 03:17 GMT

Hawaii’s governor responds to deadly fireworks blast with proposed $300 fines, more prison time

HONOLULU (AP) — Hawaii Gov. Josh Green on Monday proposed a range of new penalties to crack down on those who flout the state’s fireworks laws, nearly two weeks after a fireworks explosion at a Honolulu home on New Year’s Eve killed four people and injured …

Source: CityNews Halifax - Label Pending
Published on 06:44 GMT

Future of empty Devon prison hangs in the balance

Reopening Dartmoor Prison could depend on the government wanting to spend money on it when Westminster finances are reviewed later this year. A final batch of 175 inmates were moved to other prisons last summer after high levels of radon, a radioactive gas …

Source: Devon Live - Neutral
Published on 01:05 GMT

National Prison Radio brings a spark of light to January

Throughout January, National Prison Radio (NPR) will be broadcasting a special series of programmes called ‘The Spark’, which features Life After Prison presenter Jules in conversation with women who have been through the criminal justice system. The …

Source: Inside Time - Label Pending
Published on 02:44 GMT

'Highly dangerous' prisoner  tried to kill five different guards with homemade weapons in series of attacks in jails, ...

A ‘highly dangerous’ inmate tried to kill five guards with homemade weapons including sharpened spoons in a series of prison attacks, a court heard. Aklakar Rahman, currently serving a sentence for attempted murder, wanted to be the first inmate to kill a …

Source: Daily Mail - Right-wing
Published on Jan 13, 2025

Kasey Noel sentenced to prison after changing plea to guilty in theft, tax evasion case

Kasey Noel, the daughter of former Clark County Sheriff Jamey Noel, will serve nine months in prison after she pleaded guilty to nine felony charges Monday. Noel, who had faced five counts of theft and four of tax evasion since last April, was sentenced to …

Source: Courier-Journal - Kentucky - Neutral
Published on Jan 13, 2025

Adnan Syed should not do more prison time, Baltimore state’s attorney says

Baltimore State’s Attorney Ivan Bates is supporting a request from Adnan Syed to be resentenced to no additional time, a decision that could ensure that he never returns to prison. “I don’t believe in warehousing individuals,” Bates said in an interview. “ …

Source: Baltimore Banner - Maryland - Label Pending
Published on 06:34 GMT

Paedophile who asked ‘father’ for sex with child avoids jail

A paedophile who thought he was messaging a father to arrange sexually abusing his seven-year-old daughter has avoided jail. Julian Smith, 54, sent a number of sick Snapchat messages to an undercover police officer, posing as a man called Alex, about how …

Source: KentOnline - Neutral
Published on 00:16 GMT

California prison firefighters join battle against Los Angeles wildfires

By Cayla Mihalovich, CalMatters About 800 incarcerated firefighters are battling the unprecedented fires raging across Southern California, according to the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation. They join thousands of firefighting and …

Source: Folsom Times - California - Label Pending
Published on Jan 13, 2025

Clermont County sheriff to introduce K9s to jail after drug smuggling attempt

BATAVIA, Ohio — Clermont County's newly sworn-in sheriff, Christopher Stratton, is adding a K9 unit to the county's jail to better monitor and prevent the trafficking of drugs and contraband after an inmate allegedly attempted to smuggle drugs into …

Source: WCPO 9 - Ohio - Label Pending
Published on Jan 13, 2025

Mass Protests Challenge El Salvador’s Anti-Gang Policy and Prison System

Around 2,000 Salvadorans demonstrated this Sunday in San Salvador to demand the release of their family members “unjustly” imprisoned during President Nayib Bukele’s anti-gang war, in effect since 2022. Displaying photos and banners of the detained, the …

Source: Tico Times - Neutral

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Published on January 14, 2025 - 02:31 GMT

Florida Client of Tax Refund Scheme Sentenced to Prison for Obstructing the IRS

A Florida man was sentenced today to 21 months in prison for obstructing the IRS in connection with his use of the “Note Program,” a tax fraud scheme. According to court documents and statements made in court, from 2015 to 2018, Arthur Grimes, of Ocoee and …

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Published on January 13, 2025 - 14:32 GMT

Anti-Drone Market Poised to Reach US$ 14.6 billion by 2031 with a 27.9% CAGR

By technology, the laser system segment is projected to dominate the global market in terms of growth rate. WILMINGTON, DE, UNITED STATES, January 13, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- According to a new report published by Allied Market Research, …

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Published on January 13, 2025 - 19:22 GMT

**UPDATE **Shaftsbury Barracks/Request for Information Fugitive

**On January 13th, 2025, Todd Thompson turned himself in at the Vermont State Police Shaftsbury Barracks. He was then brought to Bennington County Criminal Court, where he was arraigned on the charges listed below. Thompson was held without bail and …

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Published on January 10, 2025 - 17:34 GMT

Attorney General Jackley Announces Former DOC Employee Sentenced For Prison-Related Crimes

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Friday, Jan. 10, 2025 Contact: Tony Mangan, Communications Director, 605-773-6878 PIERRE, S.D. – South Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley announces that a former Department of Corrections employee has been sentenced after earlier …

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Published on January 10, 2025 - 21:49 GMT

Attorney General Bonta Secures Prison Sentence Against Organized Retail Crime Ringleader, Michelle Mack for National ...

SAN DIEGO – California Attorney General Rob Bonta today announced the sentencing of Michelle Mack, the ringleader of an organized retail crime ring that spanned 21 California counties and involved an estimated $8 million worth of stolen beauty products. …

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Published on January 8, 2025 - 20:39 GMT

Attorney General Jackley Announces Watertown Man Sentenced To Prison on First-Degree Rape Charge

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Wednesday, Jan. 8, 2025 Contact: Tony Mangan, Communications Director, 605-773-6878 PIERRE, S.D – South Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley announces a Watertown man has been sentenced to 30 years in prison after pleading No …

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Published on January 7, 2025 - 23:42 GMT

State Board of Medical Examiners Revokes License of Physician Sentenced to Federal Prison for Conspiring to Conceal and ...

Final Consent Order TRENTON – Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin and the Division of Consumer Affairs announced today that the State Board of Medical Examiners has permanently revoked the medical license of a Central Jersey physician facing 27 months in …

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Published on January 12, 2025 - 07:30 GMT

Shaftsbury Barracks / VOCR

VSP News Release-Incident STATE OF VERMONT DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY VERMONT STATE POLICE NEWS RELEASE CASE#: 25B3000132 RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Jared Lacoste STATION: Shaftsbury Barracks …

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Published on January 14, 2025 - 07:37 GMT

'The Parole Commission: A Black Hole Taking Our Elders' by Dawn Lawson – Now Featured on Goodreads

An evidence-based analysis of parole practices and their impact on elderly federal prisoners SAN FRANCISCO, CA, UNITED STATES, January 13, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Parole Elder Abuse Concerns Everyone (P.E.A.C.E.), is pleased to announce the …

Distribution channels: Human Rights, Law ...
Published on January 14, 2025 - 05:00 GMT

PowerPatent Revolutionizes Software and AI Patent Filing with AI Solutions for Cost-Effective Legal Innovation

PowerPatent's AI Solutions promise to slash software and AI patent filing costs, making innovation protection accessible to all. PALO ALTO, CA, UNITED STATES, January 13, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- PowerPatent, a leading innovator in legal …

Distribution channels: Business & Economy, Companies ...
Published on January 14, 2025 - 01:19 GMT

Corporate Law Expert Kokoro Motegi Joins Gamma Law

International Legal Specialist Experienced in Transactions, Litigation and Web3 SAN FRANCISCO, CA, UNITED STATES, January 13, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Gamma Law, a premier specialty law firm supporting clients involved in high-growth and …

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Published on January 14, 2025 - 01:05 GMT

TravelingWiki Foundation Announces Library Program (incl Live Library Presentation) as Part of Expanding Resources

Following Addition of TravelingWiki’s Resources in 12 Languages to Online Library Database(s), TravelingWiki’s CEO to Start Presenting in Person at Libraries COLORADO SPRINGS, CO, UNITED STATES, January 13, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Following …

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Published on January 13, 2025 - 21:24 GMT

Legends, Ghosts, and Culture: Justin Chopin Talks NOLA with Sidney Smith on 'Above The Legal Limit'

The True Spirit of NOLA with Sidney Smith | Episode 26 NEW ORLEANS, LA, UNITED STATES, January 13, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Step into the heart of New Orleans with “Above The Legal Limit” as host Justin Chopin explores the Crescent City’s …

Distribution channels: Culture, Society & Lifestyle, Education ...
Published on January 13, 2025 - 19:53 GMT

Experienced Congressional Legislative Director Joins HBS Federal Team

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, January 13, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Meghan Schmidtlein, former Legislative Director to U.S. Representative Blaine Luetkemeyer, has joined the Husch Blackwell Strategies Federal team as a Principal in the firm’s …

Distribution channels: Banking, Finance & Investment Industry, Business & Economy ...
Published on January 13, 2025 - 19:08 GMT

Legitt AI unveils Legitt AI 2.0: To help redefine businesses in the AI-driven era

Legitt AI proudly unveils Legitt AI 2.0, a transformative platform set to redefine business operations in the AI-driven era. WILMINGTON, DE, UNITED STATES, January 13, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Legitt AI, a trailblazer in AI-powered business …

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Published on January 13, 2025 - 18:34 GMT

Spiro Harrison & Nelson Further Expands NYC Office and Hires Two New Associates

The Spiro Harrison & Nelson law firm welcomes the firm’s most recent associate hires Noelle Reyes and Richard T. Barkauskas III to its NYC and NJ offices. RED BANK, NJ, UNITED STATES, January 13, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- One year after …

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Published on January 14, 2025 - 05:44 GMT

TransMedics Group (TMDX) Plunges Amidst Allegations of Fraud, Organ Trafficking – Hagens Berman

SAN FRANCISCO, Jan. 13, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Shares of TransMedics, Group Inc. (NASDAQ: TMDX) suffered a sharp decline over the past two trading days following the release of a damaging report by activist short-seller Scorpion Capital. TransMedics’ …

Distribution channels: Consumer Goods, Law ...
Published on January 13, 2025 - 17:21 GMT

Kimberly Killian Law Joins Jimerson Birr, Bringing Decades of Insurance and Corporate Legal Expertise

JACKSONVILLE, FL, UNITED STATES, January 13, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Jimerson Birr, a Florida-based business law firm, is pleased to announce that Kimberly Killian Law has joined the firm as Group Lead in Banking & Finance, Insurance, …

Distribution channels: Banking, Finance & Investment Industry, Business & Economy ...
Published on January 13, 2025 - 16:16 GMT

Private Jet flight prices dipped in Q4 per the latest jet card pricing analysis from Private Jet Card Comparisons

Q4 '24 Jet Card prices dropped 0.5% from Q3 and were up 2.8% for the year. That puts guaranteed availability fixed/capped rate jet cards at 23.8% above 2019. MIAMI, FL, UNITED STATES, January 13, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Jet card …

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Published on January 14, 2025 - 02:48 GMT

REGN Shareholder Alert: Shareholder Rights Law Firm Robbins LLP Reminds Investors Class Action Against Regeneron ...

SAN DIEGO, Jan. 13, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Robbins LLP reminds investors that a class action was filed on behalf of all persons and entities that purchased or otherwise acquired Regeneron Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NASDAQ: REGN) securities between November 2 …

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Published on January 13, 2025 - 14:29 GMT

Jonathane Ricci of JR Wealth Management Recognized as Top Legal Professional on MyLegalWin.com

Jonathane Ricci recognized for legal expertise. #JRWealthManagement #MyLegalWin #LegalExpert TORONTO , ONTARIO, CANADA, January 13, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- MyLegalWin.com, a leading online platform connecting clients with top-tier legal …

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Published on January 14, 2025 - 02:23 GMT

MGP Ingredients, Inc. Shareholders are Encouraged to Contact Robbins LLP for Information About the Lead Plaintiff ...

SAN DIEGO, Jan. 13, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Robbins LLP reminds investors that a shareholder filed a class action on behalf of all investors who purchased or otherwise acquired MGP Ingredients, Inc. (NASDAQ: MGPI) common stock between May 4, 2023 and …

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Published on January 14, 2025 - 02:21 GMT

Transocean Ltd. Shareholders are Encouraged to Contact Robbins LLP for Information About the Lead Plaintiff Deadline in ...

SAN DIEGO, Jan. 13, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Robbins LLP reminds investors that a class action was filed on behalf of all persons and entities that purchased or otherwise acquired Transocean Ltd. (NYSE: RIG) securities between October 13, 2023 and …

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Published on January 14, 2025 - 02:20 GMT

SHAREHOLDER INVESTIGATION: Halper Sadeh LLC Investigates ENFN, ITCI, EDBL on Behalf of Shareholders

NEW YORK, Jan. 13, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Halper Sadeh LLC, an investor rights law firm, is investigating the following companies for potential violations of the federal securities laws and/or breaches of fiduciary duties to shareholders relating to: …

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Published on January 14, 2025 - 02:07 GMT

Stockholder Notice: Robbins LLP Informs Stockholders of the Micron Technology, Inc. Class Action Lawsuit

SAN DIEGO, Jan. 13, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Robbins LLP informs investors that a class action was filed on behalf of all persons and entities that purchased or otherwise acquired Micron Technology, Inc. (NASDAQ: MU) securities between September 28, 2023 …

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Published on January 13, 2025 - 14:00 GMT

Attorney Thomas Stitt Recently Featured on Close Up Radio

EASTON, PA, UNITED STATES, January 13, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Easton, PA – “My reaction to almost everything in life is to not give up,” declares our guest. Our guest, who appeared previously on our show, maintains a successful career, as …

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Published on January 14, 2025 - 02:00 GMT

Bragar Eagel & Squire, P.C. Is Investigating Sezzle and Dave and Encourages Investors to Contact the Firm

NEW YORK, Jan. 13, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Bragar Eagel & Squire, P.C., a nationally recognized shareholder rights law firm, is investigating potential claims against Sezzle Inc. (NASDAQ: SEZL) and Dave, Inc. (NASDAQ: DAVE). Our investigations concern …

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Published on January 14, 2025 - 02:00 GMT

Bragar Eagel & Squire, P.C. Reminds Investors That Class Action Lawsuits Have Been Filed Against Wolfspeed, Xerox, Visa, ...

NEW YORK, Jan. 13, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Bragar Eagel & Squire, P.C., a nationally recognized shareholder rights law firm, reminds investors that class actions have been commenced on behalf of stockholders of Wolfspeed, Inc. (NYSE:WOLF), Xerox …

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