Category : Courts


Prosecutors Seek July Trial in CEO Murder Case

Manhattan prosecutors urge judge to set July 1 trial date for Luigi Mangione's state murder case in killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, ahead of federal death penalty proceedings.

Judge Weighs Backpack Evidence in CEO Murder Trial

A federal judge will hear testimony on police procedures regarding the seizure of Luigi Mangione's backpack, which contained key evidence in the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson.

Jury Sworn In For Noah Donohoe Inquest

A jury of nine men and two women has been sworn in for the inquest into the death of Belfast schoolboy Noah Donohoe, with proceedings beginning at Belfast Coroner's Court.

Judge-Only Trials Won't Fix Court Backlog, Report Says

A new Institute for Government report reveals David Lammy's plans for judge-only criminal trials would save less than 2% of crown court time, calling the gains 'marginal' while warning of damage to public confidence.

Noah Donohoe Inquest Jury Selection Set for Thursday

A jury for the inquest into the death of Belfast schoolboy Noah Donohoe will be selected on Thursday morning, following days of whittling down a large pool of potential jurors at Belfast Coroner's Court.

Jury Selection Day Three for Noah Donohoe Inquest

The third day of jury selection is proceeding at Belfast Coroner's Court ahead of the formal inquest into the death of 14-year-old Noah Donohoe, with opening statements expected this afternoon.

Judge and wife shot in Indiana, stable after attack

Judge Steven Meyer and his wife Kimberly were wounded in a shooting outside their Lafayette home. Both are in stable condition as a major investigation involving the FBI unfolds. Read the latest.

Magistrate shortage threatens Lammy's court reforms

Plans to limit jury trials in England and Wales face a major obstacle due to a critical shortage of magistrates. Recruitment struggles and increased workload could derail the proposed 'swift courts' system. Read the full analysis.

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