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Judge Rejects No-Jail Plea in Case of L.A. County Deputy Recruits Crash

Judge Rejects No-Jail Plea in Case of L.A. County Deputy Recruits Crash

Nicholas Joseph Gutierrez, who previously pleaded guilty to vehicular manslaughter and reckless driving after a crash that killed one Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department recruit and injured several others, has withdrawn his plea. The decision follows Los Angeles County Superior Court Judge Laura Walton's rejection of a plea deal that would have allowed Gutierrez to avoid jail time. The plea agreement proposed an eight-year suspended sentence contingent on a five-year probation, but Judge Walton insisted on a year in county jail, which Gutierrez refused. The crash, which occurred in November 2022, was initially thought to be intentional, but no evidence supported this claim. Gutierrez's attorney suggested a possible undiagnosed neurological disorder might have contributed to the incident.
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Jury Rules Los Angeles Not Liable in Death of Teen Killed by Police Bullet

Jury Rules Los Angeles Not Liable in Death of Teen Killed by Police Bullet

A jury in Los Angeles has found the city not liable in the death of 14-year-old Valentina Orellana-Peralta, who was killed by a stray bullet from a police officer during a 2021 shootout. The incident occurred when Officer William Dorsey Jones Jr. fired his rifle at a suspect wielding a bike lock, mistakenly believing it to be a gun. One of the bullets ricocheted and struck Orellana-Peralta, who was in a dressing room. The jury's decision came after a month-long trial and sided with the city, finding no negligence on the part of the police. The case has drawn significant attention, with the family expressing deep disappointment in the verdict.
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Rebuilding Relationships as a Foundation for US Democracy

Rebuilding Relationships as a Foundation for US Democracy

United Vision for Idaho (UVI) is addressing the relational breakdown in US democracy by organizing in rural and conservative areas where public institutions have weakened. UVI's efforts focus on rebuilding democratic participation through relational infrastructure, emphasizing the importance of community engagement and cross-party dialogue. The organization highlights the need for nonprofit leaders to invest in rural communities, which have been politically abandoned, to restore democratic legitimacy and participation. UVI's work underscores the importance of relationships in sustaining democracy, advocating for a shift from transactional to relational organizing strategies.
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Utah judge rejects bid to ban TV in Kirk case, delays hearing

Utah judge rejects bid to ban TV in Kirk case, delays hearing

By Andrew Hay May 8 (Reuters) - A Utah judge on Friday rejected a request by Tyler Robinson, the man accused of killing conservative activist Charlie Kirk, to ban live TV and still photography from courtroom proceedings but accepted his motion to delay a key hearing.
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George Washington University Wins 2026 Law Revue Video Contest

George Washington University Wins 2026 Law Revue Video Contest

George Washington University Wins 2026 Law Revue Video Contest
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How a Federal Judge Rose to Lead FBI and CIA

How a Federal Judge Rose to Lead FBI and CIA

Webster became a prominent figure in U.S. intelligence, he built a solid foundation in the judicial system. His experience as a judge played a cruc...
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Jury finds city of LA not liable in death of 14-year-old girl hit by police officer's stray bullet

Jury finds city of LA not liable in death of 14-year-old girl hit by police officer's stray bullet

A jury has found the city of Los Angeles not liable in the killing of a 14-year-old girl who was hit by a police officer’s stray bullet during a shootout in 2021
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Legal Profession Faces Transformation Amid Technological Advancements and AI Integration

Legal Profession Faces Transformation Amid Technological Advancements and AI Integration

Legal Profession Faces Transformation Amid Technological Advancements and AI Integration
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On This Day: The 27th Amendment Reached Ratification

On This Day: The 27th Amendment Reached Ratification

The Twenty-seventh Amendment to the United States Constitution has a unique and fascinating history. Proposed in 1789, it was not ratified until 19...
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George Washington University Wins 2026 Law Revue Video Contest with 'Sincerely Me' Parody

George Washington University Wins 2026 Law Revue Video Contest with 'Sincerely Me' Parody

The 2026 Law Revue Video Contest has concluded, and George Washington University (GW) has emerged as the winner. This marks GW's third consecutive victory in the annual competition, which celebrates creative and humorous video entries from law schools across the United States. This year, GW's winning entry was a parody of 'Dear Evan Hansen's' song 'Sincerely Me,' titled 'Held 6-3.' The contest, now in its seventeenth year, saw GW securing 63% of the total votes, showcasing their consistent excellence in producing engaging and entertaining content. The competition has a storied history, with past winners including prestigious institutions like Columbia and NYU.
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AI Highlights Need for Business Judgment in Legal Profession

AI Highlights Need for Business Judgment in Legal Profession

AI Highlights Need for Business Judgment in Legal Profession