Gang rape convictions quashed in NSW Supreme Court
Two men will face a retrial and a third is acquitted after their gang rape convictions were overturned on appeal. The case relates to a 2022 bucks party in Newcastle. Read the latest.
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Maxwell: Grand Jury Release Could Harm Fair Retrial
Ghislaine Maxwell's legal team argues releasing sealed grand jury documents would cause 'severe prejudice', jeopardising a fair retrial. Full details on the latest court filing.
Prosecutors drop 1993 murder retry after conviction overturned
Prosecutors in New York have abandoned efforts to retry James Pugh for a 1993 murder, admitting they cannot meet the burden of proof after 30 years. The victim's daughter says the justice system has failed.
Jury trial rights cut for crimes under three-year sentences
Justice Secretary David Lammy announces sweeping court reforms to slash backlogs. Defendants facing less than three years in jail will lose automatic right to jury trial. Read the full details.
Lammy's Plan: Jury Trials Only for Most Serious Crimes
Justice Secretary David Lammy suggests limiting jury trials to rape, murder, and manslaughter cases to tackle the 78,000-case court backlog. Discover the controversial plans for court reform.
Ex-US envoy's daughter convicted in fatal stabbing retrial
Sophia Negroponte, daughter of former US intelligence director, faces 35 years after second murder conviction in 2020 fatal stabbing of friend. Read the full story.
Judge's 'Bend the Knee' outburst in court goes viral
A judge erupted in fury at Leeds Crown Court when a defendant refused to stand, shouting 'Bend the knee!' in a dramatic courtroom confrontation that's gone viral.
No Pants Court Hearing Sparks Judicial Fury in Detroit
A Detroit court hearing descends into chaos as multiple defendants appear virtually without trousers, prompting stern judicial rebuke and raising questions about remote proceedings decorum.
Laurence Fox libel case ordered for retrial
The Court of Appeal has ordered a retrial in Laurence Fox's high-profile libel case, overturning the previous ruling in a dramatic legal turnaround that could reshape celebrity social media disputes.
Trump Allies Make Dramatic Court Appearance in San Francisco
Former President Donald Trump's high-profile legal team, including Kash Patel and Pam Bondi, made a striking appearance at a San Francisco appeals court hearing, signalling intense focus on a crucial case with significant implications.
Tommy Robinson Courtroom Outburst Over Contempt Charges
English Defence League founder Tommy Robinson could face jail time after allegedly filming defendants outside Leeds Crown Court and confronting a police officer during heated exchange.
Model's rapist wins appeal, faces fresh trial
Exclusive: Benjamin Mendy's former housemate Louis Saha gets appeal win despite victim's emotional testimony, as legal battle over 2021 assault continues.
Maguire's Greek retrial delayed in legal setback
Manchester United defender Harry Maguire faces prolonged legal uncertainty as his Mykonos assault retrial is postponed, leaving the footballer's future hanging in the balance.
Maguire's Greek court case postponed for fourth time
Manchester United defender Harry Maguire faces another delay in his long-running Greek legal battle as his retrial for alleged assault and bribery charges is postponed for the fourth time since the 2020 Mykonos incident.
US Supreme Court overturns conversion therapy bans
In a controversial 6-3 decision, America's highest court has struck down local bans on conversion therapy, reigniting debates over LGBTQ+ protections and states' rights.
Myleene Klass testifies against stalker in court
Singer and broadcaster Myleene Klass gives evidence against alleged stalker Graham Rudd from behind protective screen at Westminster Magistrates' Court in harrowing case.
Medical experts question evidence in Lucy Letby case
Prominent medical specialists are raising serious concerns about the evidence that convicted neonatal nurse Lucy Letby, calling for an independent review of the case that shocked the nation.
Father's courtroom anguish as kids sent overseas
A devoted father was overcome with emotion in a UK courtroom after a judge ruled his children would be sent to live abroad with their mother, separating him from his young sons.
Three Men in Court Over Kidnap and Rape of 13-Year-Old
Three men have appeared before Wolverhampton Crown Court charged with the kidnap and rape of a 13-year-old girl in a case that has shocked the West Midlands. The defendants, aged 20, 19, and 18, are accused of a series of serious sexual offences.
Aishwarya Rai Wins Landmark Personality Rights Case
The Delhi High Court grants Bollywood superstar Aishwarya Rai Bachchan permanent protection against the unauthorised commercial use of her name, image, and voice, setting a major legal precedent in India.
Daughter of Trump 'Assassin' Ryan Routh in Court
The daughter of Ryan Routh, the man convicted of plotting to assassinate Donald Trump, made a startling appearance at Westminster Magistrates' Court. Discover the details of the case that continues to send shockwaves.
Sudanese immigrant's 'I love you' whisper before rape, court told
A court was told how a Sudanese immigrant targeted a crying student outside a nightclub, whispering 'I love you' before dragging her to a car park and subjecting her to a horrific sexual assault.
Game of Thrones star avoids driving ban after speeding offence
Game of Thrones actor Nikolaj Coster-Waldau, famous for playing Jaime Lannister, has been spared a driving ban after being caught speeding in his BMW. The star argued a ban would cause 'exceptional hardship' to his American wife who cannot drive in the UK
Horse trainer avoids jail for gin bottle attack on boyfriend
A professional horsewoman from Oxfordshire has avoided prison after a violent attack on her boyfriend, where she struck him with a gin bottle and stabbed him with a shard of glass following a drunken argument.
Welder's 'blind rage' attack leaves victim with life-changing injuries
A brutal and unprovoked attack by welder Liam Thorpe, fuelled by 'blind rage', left a man with catastrophic injuries including a fractured skull and bleeding on the brain. The shocking court case reveals the details of the vicious assault in Hull.
Ukrainian gets life sentence for Bali drug lab
A Ukrainian national has been sentenced to life imprisonment by an Indonesian court for running a sophisticated crystal methamphetamine laboratory from a rented villa in Bali, marking a severe crackdown on the island's drug trade.
Mum nearly jailed over school attendance mix-up in court
A single mother from the UK was nearly imprisoned after a court mix-up over her son's school attendance. Discover the full story behind this alarming truancy case and its dramatic courtroom resolution.
Alan Jones pleads not guilty to historical sex charges
Veteran Australian broadcaster Alan Jones has formally denied 26 charges of historical sexual abuse dating back to the 1980s. The 82-year-old's case has been adjourned until November.
UK Court Blocks French Minister's Rwanda Visit
The UK High Court has intervened to prevent France's Interior Minister from visiting Rwanda, branding the UK's own asylum policy as unlawful in a major diplomatic and legal rebuke.
Thomas Partey Pleads Not Guilty to Rape Charges
Arsenal and Ghana midfielder Thomas Partey has pleaded not guilty to multiple charges of rape and sexual assault. The footballer appeared at a hearing at the Central Criminal Court, with a trial set for next year.
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