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fromLos Angeles Times
1 day ago

'Amateur hour at the U.S. attorney's office': L.A. prosecutors face more losses in protest cases

Prosecutors faced significant challenges in two separate trials for assault on federal officers in Los Angeles, with one case potentially dismissed due to discovery issues.
California
fromSan Jose Spotlight
6 hours ago

Santa Clara County sheriff reports drop in use of force cases - San Jose Spotlight

Santa Clara County Sheriff's Office reports a year-over-year decline in use of force incidents, with 603 reported in 2025.
Boston
fromBoston.com
1 day ago

North Andover police working to get body cameras after Kelsey Fitzsimmons shooting

North Andover is implementing a body-worn camera program for police to enhance accountability and seek grant funding to reduce taxpayer costs.
#police-accountability
SF politics
fromMission Local
3 days ago

SFPD watchdog boss faces rare evaluation after toxic workplace lawsuit. Here's what that might mean.

Performance evaluations for police accountability leaders are infrequent, with the current director facing scrutiny due to workplace allegations and a pending lawsuit.
Law
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

In the wake of scandals, Antioch Police Department completes policy reforms demanded by DOJ

Antioch Police Department completed a comprehensive policy overhaul focused on accountability following a Department of Justice agreement addressing corruption, racism, and civil rights violations.
SF politics
fromMission Local
3 days ago

SFPD watchdog boss faces rare evaluation after toxic workplace lawsuit. Here's what that might mean.

Performance evaluations for police accountability leaders are infrequent, with the current director facing scrutiny due to workplace allegations and a pending lawsuit.
Law
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

In the wake of scandals, Antioch Police Department completes policy reforms demanded by DOJ

Antioch Police Department completed a comprehensive policy overhaul focused on accountability following a Department of Justice agreement addressing corruption, racism, and civil rights violations.
NYC politics
fromThe Marshall Project
6 hours ago

In New York City, Mamdani's New Appointee Talks About Reimagining Public Safety

New York City establishes the Office of Community Safety to enhance crime prevention and support services under Mayor Mamdani's leadership.
#privacy
SF politics
fromPadailypost
1 day ago

Opinion: A DA shouldn't be using his office this way

Allegations against DA Jeff Rosen suggest unethical fundraising linked to prosecution of pro-Gaza protesters, raising concerns about political neutrality in law enforcement.
US Elections
fromLos Angeles Times
12 hours ago

House Democrats to hold California 'shadow hearings' on midterm election security

California Democrats are holding hearings to defend state election systems against Trump's fraud allegations and threats of intervention.
fromLos Angeles Times
1 day ago

Equity advocate turned defendant: Former head of S.F. human rights commission accused of corruption

Sheryl Davis is accused of steering millions of dollars to Collective Impact, a San Francisco-based nonprofit she previously ran as executive director, according to a criminal complaint filed Monday by the San Francisco District Attorney's Office.
Non-profit organizations
Law
fromABA Journal
2 days ago

2 government attorneys resign over use of fake AI citations

Two New Orleans attorneys resigned after using AI to create fake case citations in a court filing, leading to sanctions from a federal judge.
NYC parents
fromPsychology Today
1 day ago

Is Mandated Reporting Racist? What Families Must Know

Low reporting standards and systemic racism lead to unjust CPS reports, disproportionately affecting Black and Brown families.
Brooklyn
fromGothamist
1 day ago

Nonprofit at the center of federal corruption probe still has a $94M city contract

BHRAGS Home Care Corp faces federal bribery and embezzlement charges while holding a $94 million city contract set to begin this summer.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 days ago

Ontario announces inquest into death of Regis Korchinski-Paquet | CBC News

An inquest will investigate the circumstances of Regis Korchinski-Paquet's death after she fell from a balcony while police were present.
Education
fromHoodline
2 days ago

NYC Sheriff Supervisor Says Reassigned Over Background Checks

A senior investigator was removed for refusing to compromise on background checks for sheriff's academy recruits amid a hiring surge.
SF parents
fromBoston.com
2 days ago

North Andover police investigate 'unauthorized' social media comment about Kelsey Fitzsimmons case

A former North Andover police employee made an unauthorized comment on the department's Facebook page, prompting an internal investigation.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 days ago

Fresh hope for justice as anonymous letter surfaces in fatal fire probe

An anonymous letter may provide crucial information about a fire that killed six family members nearly 14 years ago.
Washington DC
fromSlate Magazine
2 days ago

They Had to Clean Solitary Cells. What They Saw Forced Them to Quit.

Solitary confinement work is demoralizing and involves invasive strip searches, contributing to severe mental health issues among incarcerated individuals.
#immigration
US news
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

US judge rules against deporting man whose murder conviction was overturned after 44 years in prison

A judge may release Subramanyam Vedam, an Indian citizen, after his murder conviction was overturned, despite potential deportation by ICE.
US politics
fromMission Local
1 day ago

Fired judge goes to the border, searching for what he missed on the bench

Jeremiah Johnson, an immigration judge, was fired and chose to explore the U.S.-Mexico border to understand the immigrant experience better.
US news
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

US judge rules against deporting man whose murder conviction was overturned after 44 years in prison

A judge may release Subramanyam Vedam, an Indian citizen, after his murder conviction was overturned, despite potential deportation by ICE.
US politics
fromMission Local
1 day ago

Fired judge goes to the border, searching for what he missed on the bench

Jeremiah Johnson, an immigration judge, was fired and chose to explore the U.S.-Mexico border to understand the immigrant experience better.
#trans-rights
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 days ago

Trans activist tests bathroom ban by defying it in front of Capitol Police - LGBTQ Nation

Samantha Boucher tested Kansas' trans bathroom ban on Trans Day of Visibility, highlighting enforcement challenges and advocating for trans rights.
NYC LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
2 days ago

How a 'trans panic' defense changed the outcome of two murders

D. F. McLaughlin's murder in 1986 highlights the dangers of transphobia and remains a significant yet overlooked case in the fight for justice.
Social justice
fromwww.amny.com
2 days ago

Op-Ed | Revisiting More Black Male Judges, the Collegial Effect, Public Perceptions and Paths Forward | amNewYork

Increased representation of Black judges leads to fairer judicial outcomes and reduces racial disparities in sentencing.
Environment
fromHigh Country News
3 days ago

The government-funded coverup under our noses - High Country News

The Bureau of Land Management plans extensive drilling in central California, threatening ecosystems and public health in areas like the Irish Hills.
fromLady Freethinker
4 days ago

Detroit Police Appoint First Officer Dedicated to Animal Cruelty Cases

The new role was prompted in part by a disturbing case last year involving a dog that had been stabbed by her guardian live on social media. The dog's former guardian was ultimately sentenced to two to seven years in prison, and the dog has since been placed with a new family.
Pets
New York City
fromCity Journal
4 days ago

Madison Square Garden Honored the NYPD. Mamdani Should Follow Suit

Showing support for the police through policy action is as important as expressing gratitude.
#fbi
Left-wing politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 days ago

Fired FBI Agents Cite Todd Blanche's CPAC Boast in New Class Action Suit

Former FBI agents filed a lawsuit alleging politically motivated firings by bureau leadership, claiming due process was denied based on perceived political affiliation.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

Ex-FBI agents who worked on Trump cases sue agency and DoJ over firings

Three former FBI agents filed a lawsuit claiming wrongful termination for their work on Trump-related investigations, seeking to represent others fired for political reasons.
Left-wing politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 days ago

Fired FBI Agents Cite Todd Blanche's CPAC Boast in New Class Action Suit

Former FBI agents filed a lawsuit alleging politically motivated firings by bureau leadership, claiming due process was denied based on perceived political affiliation.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

Ex-FBI agents who worked on Trump cases sue agency and DoJ over firings

Three former FBI agents filed a lawsuit claiming wrongful termination for their work on Trump-related investigations, seeking to represent others fired for political reasons.
SOMA, SF
fromKqed
5 days ago

Why a Private Company Is Investigating Rapes at an ICE Detention Center Instead of the Sheriff | KQED

CoreCivic does not conduct criminal investigations of sexual abuse allegations at Otay Mesa Detention Center, referring them to law enforcement instead.
Los Angeles
fromABC7 San Francisco
4 days ago

VIDEO: San Leandro officers 'dump' homeless man in Oakland; I-Team questions PD supervisor

San Leandro police handcuffed a homeless man and abandoned him in Oakland despite no crime being committed.
California
fromABC7 San Francisco
16 hours ago

NAACP responds after homeless man 'dumped' in Oakland by San Leandro police

San Leandro officers forcibly transported a homeless man to Oakland and 'dumped' him, prompting outrage from civil rights groups.
US politics
fromLos Angeles Times
12 hours ago

The loophole that keeps a Trump loyalist serving as L.A.'s top federal prosecutor

Bill Essayli operates as a de facto U.S. attorney in Los Angeles, pursuing aggressive legal actions aligned with Trump's administration despite challenges to his position.
fromInvestigative Post
1 day ago

Investigative Post event on reforming Buffalo and NY government.

John Kaehny has written and successfully lobbied for the passage of state and New York City laws related to government transparency and accountability, including the first open data law in the world in 2012.
NYC politics
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
14 hours ago

Five Met officers taken off duty after weapons find

Five Metropolitan Police officers removed from front-line duties after firearms and a Taser were found on a London street.
SF politics
fromTruthout
1 day ago

CA Should Send Prisoners Home Instead of Spending Millions on New Facilities

California's prison reform focuses on expensive new facilities rather than effective rehabilitation, with minimal budget allocation for actual rehabilitation programs.
Law
fromABA Journal
2 days ago

Sanctions ramping up in cases involving AI hallucinations

Monetary sanctions against attorneys for AI-generated hallucinations in case documents are increasing as courts take these issues more seriously.
US Elections
fromKqed
2 days ago

California Media Seek Access to Secret Warrants in Sheriff's Ballot Seizure Case | KQED

Sheriff Bianco obtained warrants to investigate ballot discrepancies in Riverside County, but the investigation is currently on hold due to legal challenges.
East Bay (California)
fromThe Oaklandside
22 hours ago

'OPD rendered no aid': Marvin Boomer's loved ones slam police and CHP in legal filing

Oakland police allegedly failed to assist a crash survivor while her boyfriend lay dead, leading to a legal claim of negligence.
NYC parents
fromwww.amny.com
3 days ago

Criminal case against man shot by cops during mental health crisis will move forward | amNewYork

A Queens man shot by police during a mental health crisis faces criminal charges despite calls for dismissal from his mother and community members.
SF parents
fromMission Local
2 days ago

S.F. nonprofit exec, charged as accomplice in alleged public dollar misappropriation, is out of jail

James Spingola was released from jail on bond after being charged with aiding former Human Rights Commission head Sheryl Davis in felony activities.
UK news
fromwww.bbc.com
3 days ago

CPS giving 'investigative advice' to police over Andrew and Mandelson probes

Prosecutors are providing early investigative advice to police regarding Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor and Lord Mandelson's links to Jeffrey Epstein.
fromABC7 Los Angeles
5 days ago

Judge dismisses charges against two ex-Louisville police officers in Breonna Taylor case

U.S. District Judge Charles Simpson issued a one-page ruling Friday throwing out charges against Joshua Jaynes and Kyle Meany, two former officers involved in crafting the Taylor warrant.
US news
Social justice
fromSlate Magazine
5 days ago

The Horrifying Secret of the Child Detention Center We Shared as Detainee and Warden

The Cheltenham Youth Detention Center has a troubling history of racial segregation and a lack of memorial for children who died in custody.
Law
fromAbove the Law
2 days ago

The Price Of Justice And The Promise Of AI - Above the Law

Rising legal service costs and declining access-to-justice funding widen the gap for those needing legal protections, with AI presenting potential solutions.
SF politics
fromsfist.com
22 hours ago

Supervisor Jackie Fielder's Absence From Board of Supervisors Follows Investigation Into Leaked Memo

Jackie Fielder's office is under investigation for leaking a confidential memo regarding the controversial RESET Center approved by the Board of Supervisors.
#pam-bondi
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 day ago

Nancy Mace Not Letting Pam Bondi Off the Hook for Epstein Testimony: She's Required by Law'

Pam Bondi's ousting as attorney general raises questions about her handling of Jeffrey Epstein files and her upcoming deposition.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 days ago

On Thin Ice for a Long Time': Fox Justice Correspondent Details How Epstein Doomed Bondi

Pam Bondi's handling of the Epstein files led to her ouster as Attorney General despite her close relationship with President Trump.
#corruption
NYC politics
fromCity Limits
1 day ago

Councilmember Investigated Over Possible Bribes In Shelter Contracting, And What Else Happened This Week in Housing

Councilmember Farah Louis is under federal investigation for allegedly steering shelter contracts in exchange for benefits.
fromSFGATE
3 days ago
Non-profit organizations

Former executive director of San Francisco city department arrested

NYC politics
fromCity Limits
1 day ago

Councilmember Investigated Over Possible Bribes In Shelter Contracting, And What Else Happened This Week in Housing

Councilmember Farah Louis is under federal investigation for allegedly steering shelter contracts in exchange for benefits.
fromSFGATE
3 days ago
Non-profit organizations

Former executive director of San Francisco city department arrested

fromKqed
4 days ago

Court Orders California Sheriff to Release Personnel Records in Watchdog Investigation | KQED

The Sonoma County Sheriff's Office must comply with subpoenas issued by the county's civilian oversight board as part of a whistleblower investigation into alleged misconduct, a state appeals court ruled Thursday.
California
London politics
fromIrish Independent
4 days ago

Law needs to be changed to raise criminal threshold for gardai involved in accidents while on duty, says Garda Commissioner

A dedicated drone unit will be launched to assist in serious incidents and pursuits by next year.
UK news
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

If my boyfriend did what my pastor did, I believe police could investigate'. The campaign to close a serious gap in UK law | Barbara Speed

Rachael Reign's allegations against the UCKG highlight issues of control and coercion within religious groups, which are not covered by current coercive control laws.
SF parents
fromPadailypost
4 days ago

Former ally of ex-sheriff sues county over rumors

A former assistant has sued ex-San Mateo County Sheriff Christina Corpus over alleged drug use and inappropriate conduct during her campaign.
fromLos Angeles Times
6 days ago

Dozens arrested after authorities fire tear gas at 'No Kings' protesters

Authorities shot tear gas and pepper balls into the crowd, leaving at least one teen with an eye wound and others with skin burns, according to demonstrators and police.
US news
Law
fromABA Journal
1 day ago

15 attorney killings remain unsolved, Baja California Bar Association says

Fifteen attorney killings in Baja California remain unsolved, raising concerns about safety and police response.
#nypd
NYC politics
fromNewsday
1 day ago

Diller verdict: NYPD Commissioner Jessica Tisch says she's 'deeply disappointed' in shooter's murder acquittal

NYPD Commissioner Jessica Tisch expressed deep disappointment over the jury's verdict acquitting the accused of murder in Det. Jonathan Diller's death.
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog New York City
2 days ago

'Highway Therapy': Lawsuit Reveals Alarming Details Of NYPD's Rampant Car Culture - Streetsblog New York City

NYPD officials allegedly retaliated against an officer for minor infractions, leading to a lawsuit for emotional distress and damages.
NYC politics
fromNewsday
1 day ago

Diller verdict: NYPD Commissioner Jessica Tisch says she's 'deeply disappointed' in shooter's murder acquittal

NYPD Commissioner Jessica Tisch expressed deep disappointment over the jury's verdict acquitting the accused of murder in Det. Jonathan Diller's death.
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog New York City
2 days ago

'Highway Therapy': Lawsuit Reveals Alarming Details Of NYPD's Rampant Car Culture - Streetsblog New York City

NYPD officials allegedly retaliated against an officer for minor infractions, leading to a lawsuit for emotional distress and damages.
SF politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 day ago

Pete Hegseth Accused of Blocking Promotions of a Dozen Officers Due to Race, Gender: Report

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is accused of blocking promotions of military officers based on race, gender, and political affiliations.
fromwww.npr.org
1 day ago

After the release of the Epstein files, why have there been so few arrests?

The more than 3 million pages of documents include accusations by alleged victims of Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell's abuse and thousands of emails and photos showing Epstein associated with prominent figures.
Law
US politics
fromAbove the Law
1 day ago

Morning Docket: 04.03.26 - Above the Law

The Department of Justice may become more aligned with Donald Trump's influence following leadership changes.
SF politics
fromNextgov.com
2 days ago

Single-member surveillance watchdog backs 702 powers, raising independence questions

The report praises Section 702's intelligence value while raising concerns about civil liberties and compliance with the Fourth Amendment.
Law
fromPoynter
3 days ago

Like journalists, prosecutors shaped a distorted view of crime. They can help fix it, too. - Poynter

Prosecutors and journalists both contribute to misleading public perceptions of crime, but prosecutors possess crucial data to tell a more accurate story.
SF politics
fromMission Local
2 days ago

S.F. Ethics Commission will weigh in on Lurie-Trump phone records

Mayor Daniel Lurie faces scrutiny for not disclosing records of his call with President Trump regarding federal agent deployment.
NYC politics
fromPOLITICO
2 days ago

Feds broke down NYC Council member's door in predawn raid

Federal investigators raided the homes of New York City Council Member Farah Louis and her sister as part of a bribery and fraud investigation.
Law
fromLos Angeles Times
3 days ago

Law enforcement watchdogs get more teeth when seeking records after state court ruling

Civilian oversight bodies in California can now subpoena law enforcement records during whistleblower investigations, enhancing transparency.
US politics
fromwww.npr.org
1 day ago

As DOJ prepares to share state voter data with DHS, a key privacy officer resigns

The DOJ is acquiring sensitive voter registration data, raising privacy concerns, as a key privacy officer resigns amid ongoing legal challenges.
NYC politics
fromJewish Telegraphic Agency
3 days ago

Lawyers for NYC Palestinian activist targeted in firebomb plot call for broader probe - Jewish Telegraphic Agency

Lawyers for Nerdeen Kiswani seek justice beyond the arrested suspect, highlighting broader threats against her as a pro-Palestinian activist.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 day ago

Eric Swalwell Addresses Claim That Pam Bondi Was Fired for Leaking Info to Him

Rep. Eric Swalwell denied claims that Attorney General Pam Bondi leaked information to him regarding an investigation into his past.
fromAbove the Law
2 days ago

Biglaw Firm Doubles Down On Pro Bono, And Lets The Billable Chips Fall Where They May - Above the Law

I'm incredibly proud of the firm and what we've accomplished in the last year. We had certainly, the year before, a historic year financially, and this year was also historic in being one of our best financial years in history.
Law
SF politics
fromLos Angeles Times
3 days ago

Contributor: Investigate the AI campaigns flooding public agencies with fake comments

Artificial intelligence is being exploited to create fake grassroots opposition against clean air regulations, undermining public health initiatives.
fromAbove the Law
2 days ago

The Lawyer Who Never Went Home - Above the Law

He was always tired. Not the kind of tired you fix with a weekend off, but the kind that settles into your bones. Conversations with him felt rushed, as if he were always somewhere else mentally.
Law
US politics
fromEsquire
2 days ago

The January 6 Crazies Are Now Suing the Cops Who Tried to Stop Them

Several individuals present during the January 6 insurrection are suing police for damages related to injuries sustained during the event.
Law
fromAbove the Law
2 days ago

Morning Docket: 04.02.26 - Above the Law

DOJ has prioritized deporting law-abiding individuals over prosecuting serious criminal cases.
#police-corruption
NYC politics
fromBusiness Insider
2 weeks ago

How US police corruption actually works, according to a former NYPD cop

Former NYPD officer Mike Dowd, convicted of drug-related corruption, explains how police corruption develops within precincts and advocates for improved accountability measures.
fromKqed
1 week ago
Law

Former Antioch Officer Who Bragged About Abuse of Power Gets 4 Years in Prison | KQED

NYC politics
fromBusiness Insider
2 weeks ago

How US police corruption actually works, according to a former NYPD cop

Former NYPD officer Mike Dowd, convicted of drug-related corruption, explains how police corruption develops within precincts and advocates for improved accountability measures.
fromKqed
1 week ago
Law

Former Antioch Officer Who Bragged About Abuse of Power Gets 4 Years in Prison | KQED

#ice
fromNew York Daily News
1 week ago
US politics

ICE's flawed justification for courthouse arrests sparks demand to free those detained

ICE provided false information to justify mass arrests at immigration courts, leading to demands for the release of those detained.
fromemptywheel
1 month ago
US politics

Todd Lyons Bragged of Investigations into Just 37 Use of Force Incidents Out of Hundreds - emptywheel

ICE reported 37 open investigations, but FOIAed records show 67 use-of-force incidents in the first two months of the Trump term, including accidental and deadly shootings.
US politics
fromNew York Daily News
1 week ago

ICE's flawed justification for courthouse arrests sparks demand to free those detained

ICE provided false information to justify mass arrests at immigration courts, leading to demands for the release of those detained.
fromemptywheel
1 month ago
US politics

Todd Lyons Bragged of Investigations into Just 37 Use of Force Incidents Out of Hundreds - emptywheel

Law
fromBoston.com
1 week ago

'I am scared for my safety': Plymouth police officer placed on leave is accused of sexual abuse, records show

A Plymouth police officer faces allegations of sexual abuse involving a victim under her guardianship, leading to a criminal investigation and court hearings.
Law
fromAbove the Law
1 week ago

The Judiciary Is Still Unaccountable, And This Congress Won't Fix It - Above the Law

The Judiciary Accountability Act aims to extend anti-discrimination protections to judiciary employees, promoting transparency and accountability in the judicial system.
US politics
fromemptywheel
2 weeks ago

Accountability - emptywheel

Accountability for Trump and his administration is essential to prevent him from scapegoating Muslims for failures resulting from his Iran conflict decisions.
Law
fromHoodline
3 weeks ago

Brooklyn prosecutors say officers violated a victim's civil rights

Federal prosecutors charged law enforcement defendants with committing multiple criminal acts that violated a vulnerable victim's civil rights in response to a 311 prostitution complaint.
#police-oversight
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