Minnesota Man Freed After 25-Year Wrongful Conviction
Bryan Hooper walks free after a quarter-century behind bars as Minnesota court overturns wrongful murder conviction, exposing systemic justice failures.
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UK Jury System Review Amid Bias Concerns in Protest Trials
A major review of the UK's jury system is underway, sparked by concerns over juror bias in politically charged trials. The Law Commission is investigating potential reforms to ensure fair trials in an era of heightened activism.
UK Overhauls Sentencing: New Powers to Challenge Lenient Sentences
The UK Sentencing Council gains significant new powers, allowing it to proactively refer unduly lenient sentences to the Court of Appeal for review, marking a major shift in criminal justice policy.
Savannah Chrisley's White House Meeting for Prison Reform
Reality TV star Savannah Chrisley takes her family's fight for justice to the highest office, meeting with White House officials to advocate for sweeping prison reform and share her personal story.
Fury as Criminals Dodge Court by Refusing Fiscal Fines
Exclusive data reveals thousands of offenders in Scotland, including those accused of assault and domestic abuse, are avoiding court by rejecting initial 'fiscal fines' and having their cases dropped entirely, sparking outrage from victims' groups.
Epping Forest Double Murder Convictions Overturned After 41 Years
The Court of Appeal quashes the 41-year-old murder convictions of two men in a shocking miscarriage of justice case from Epping Forest, citing 'lurid' and unreliable cell confession evidence.
Trump Enacts Cashless Bail Order Transforming US Justice System
In a seismic shift for America's judicial landscape, former President Donald Trump has enacted a groundbreaking executive order to eliminate cash bail, a move set to dramatically alter the US prison system and spark fierce national debate on justice and p
Soft Justice Bill: Thousands to Dodge Prison
Exclusive: A landmark new Bill will see prison sentences under 12 months scrapped in England and Wales, allowing tens of thousands of offenders to avoid jail each year. Critics blast the move as a 'dangerous experiment' in soft justice.
MPs slam government over 'unacceptable' court delays
MPs from across the House of Commons unite in fury as the government fails to deliver on its promise to establish a new court for England and Wales, citing 'unacceptable' delays and demanding urgent action from the Justice Secretary.
Labour abolishes most short prison sentences in England and Wales
The Labour government unveils a radical overhaul of the justice system, abolishing most short-term prison sentences under six months to reduce reoffending and ease prison overcrowding.
Middle-Class Mother's 377-Day Prison Torment Exposed
Shocking details emerge of Lucy Connolly's traumatic incarceration, with prison officers describing her as the most terrified inmate they had ever encountered during her year-long ordeal behind bars.
UK must rethink prisons for rehabilitation, experts say
A growing movement argues that prisons should focus on rehabilitation, not just punishment. Experts call for systemic changes to reduce reoffending and address root causes of crime.
Josef Fritzl's lawyer pushes for early release
The lawyer of Josef Fritzl, Austria's most infamous rapist and captor, argues for his early release, sparking outrage and debate over justice and rehabilitation.
Ministry of Justice faces backlash over court closure plans
The Ministry of Justice is under fire for its proposal to shut down multiple courts across England and Wales, raising concerns about access to justice and local communities.
Malka Leifer attacked by fellow inmate in prison
Malka Leifer, the former principal convicted of sexual assault, has been attacked by a fellow inmate in an Australian prison. The incident raises questions about inmate safety and justice.
Labour's soft justice risks flooding UK with criminals
Critics warn that Labour's lenient policies are releasing a tidal wave of dangerous offenders onto Britain's streets, putting public safety at risk.
Labour frees hundreds of prisoners early
The Labour government's early release scheme has seen hundreds of prisoners walk free, sparking debates on public safety and justice reform.
Killer's prison escape sparks justice system outrage
A convicted murderer's brazen escape from prison has left the victim's family devastated, as they call for urgent reforms to prevent such failures in the justice system.
UK may release prisoners early to ease overcrowding
Justice Secretary Robert Jenrick hints at early release for certain prisoners to tackle severe overcrowding in UK jails, sparking debate on public safety.
Most Brits think judges are politically biased - poll
A damning new poll reveals over half of Britons think judges are influenced by politics, sparking fresh debates about judicial impartiality.
Mone Slams UK Justice After Husband’s Fraud Sentence
Michelle Mone's husband, Doug Barrowman, was sentenced to prison for fraud, prompting her to slam the UK justice system as 'broken' and 'unfair'.
Kathleen Folbigg wins compensation after wrongful conviction
Kathleen Folbigg, once dubbed 'Australia's worst female serial killer', receives multi-million dollar compensation after her convictions for killing her four children were overturned.
Aboriginal man dies alone in NSW custody
The tragic death of an Aboriginal man in a NSW prison without his family by his side has reignited calls for urgent reform in communication policies.
DOJ Case System Hacked – Sensitive Data Breached
A major cybersecurity breach has compromised the Department of Justice's case management system, raising concerns over sensitive legal data exposure. Authorities are investigating.
UK prison crisis: How sentencing policies are failing
A deep dive into how strict sentencing policies in the UK have led to an overwhelmed prison system, sparking calls for urgent reform.
Prison early release scheme in chaos - exclusive report
Whistleblowers reveal chaos in UK's early prison release programme, with dangerous offenders mistakenly freed and staff overwhelmed by systemic failures.
UK prisons near collapse, Sunak warned
Britain's prison system has faced multiple near-collapses, with officials warning PM Rishi Sunak of a looming crisis. Overcrowding, staff shortages, and rising violence threaten to push jails beyond breaking point.
Met Police faces jury diversity scandal
The Metropolitan Police is under fire for allegedly excluding certain demographics from jury service in London, raising serious questions about fairness in the justice system.
UK launches prison reform review amid overcrowding crisis
The Conservative government has initiated a comprehensive review of the UK's prison system to address severe overcrowding and rehabilitation challenges.
UK expands prisoner early release amid overcrowding crisis
Facing severe prison overcrowding, the UK government has extended its early release programme, sparking criticism from opposition parties and justice campaigners.
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