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A federal Judiciary committee has issued a new set of model jury instructions (pdf) that federal judges may use to deter jurors from using social media to research or communicate about cases. The new instructions, which update and expand on … Read More

Citing the latest act of violence this year, in which a judge’s family and officers at two federal courthouses have come under attack, the Judiciary has stepped up its call to congressional leaders for a series of safety measures “to … Read More

Main content Cameron Parish, Louisiana, was flooded by first impact on Aug. 27 from Hurricane Laura (Photo by Bill Feig) Fierce winds from Hurricane Laura ripped away sections of wall in the federal courthouse in Lake Charles, Louisiana. The courthouse, … Read More

“Four federal judges and three family members have been killed since 1979. These horrific tragedies must stop,” Judge David W. McKeague told the Judicial Conference of the United States today. The murder of New Jersey District Judge Esther Salas’ son … Read More

“Four federal judges and three family members have been killed since 1979. These horrific tragedies must stop,” Judge David W. McKeague told the Judicial Conference of the United States today. The murder of New Jersey District Judge Esther Salas’ son … Read More

Main content High school students and their theater teacher in Sacramento bring their understanding of the Preamble into an interpretive reading at the virtual Constitution Day and Citizenship Day event hosted by the federal courts. Second Circuit Court of Appeals … Read More

Main content Chief Judge Barbara M.G. Lynn, of the Northern District of Texas, tries out her new face shield as she prepares for a June 1 jury trial in her courtroom. Court reporter Deborah Kriegshauser wore a mask and sat … Read More

Citing the recent fatal attack at the home of a federal judge in New Jersey and increasing threats against federal judges, the Judiciary has asked Congress to enact a package of safety measures that would improve security at judges’ homes … Read More

Main content The 2020-2021 Supreme Court fellows, clockwise from top left, Allison A. Bruff, Sarah Alsaden, Hannah M. Solomon-Strauss, and Kathleen Foley. Images are from the collection of the Supreme Court of the United States. Four new U.S. Supreme Court … Read More

Main content These days, the work of a U.S. district judge can seem a lot like “building an airplane while you’re flying it,” says Judge Karen K. Caldwell, one of the first federal judges to resume jury trials after the … Read More

Main content This page was last updated at 8:30 p.m. on August 30, 2020. The federal courthouse in Lake Charles, Louisiana is closed for the foreseeable future due to the effects of Hurricane Laura. Contact the Western District of Louisiana… Read More

Federal courts are approaching the 2020-2021 academic year with an endorsement of volunteer civics education efforts by judges and a willingness to support teachers in bringing the human face of the Judiciary into their civics and government classes, whether students … Read More

Main content This is the first of a multi-part series on how federal courts are working to recover from the COVID-19 crisis. Chief Judge James K. Bredar will wear a plastic face shield and sit behind plexiglass when jury trials … Read More

Main content Of the many challenges that the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has imposed on the ongoing operations of federal courts, some of the toughest are being faced by federal defenders, who are on the front lines working to overcome unprecedented … Read More

A series of recommendations to upgrade and expand security for federal judges and increase Congressional funding to support the security program have been approved by the federal Judiciary’s national policy-making body. “The horror that Judge Esther Salas experienced less than … Read More

Main content High school teachers can bring real-life civics into their virtual lessons when they invite federal judges and volunteer attorneys to facilitate a civil discourse and decision-making simulation with students at home or in the classroom this fall. Simulations … Read More

Despite a sharp rise in unemployment related to the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, personal and business bankruptcy filings fell 11.8 percent for the 12-month period ending June 30, 2020, according to statistics released by the Administrative Office of the U.S. Courts. … Read More

At a time when some states are backtracking on plans to restore business and government operations, a number of federal courts also are slowing plans to reopen courthouse doors as coronavirus (COVID-19) case numbers escalate in many states. In recent … Read More

Main content New citizens, each standing on a marked spot, take their oaths in front of the federal courthouse in Minneapolis. Chief Judge John R. Tunheim, of the District of Minnesota, presides over the naturalization ceremony. Chief Judge Julie A. … Read More

Federal courts are coordinating with state and local health officials and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to obtain information about the coronavirus (COVID-19) to aid their response, recovery, and reopening efforts. Courts are regularly releasing orders to … Read More

Straight ahead on Law & crime Daily with your hosts Aaron Keller, Brian Buckmire & Terri Austin: ‘That 70’s Show’ Actor Danny Masterson skips a court appearance, but his attorneys are there on his behalf as he faces rape charges. Also, the family of Laci Peterson is outraged that ex-husband Scott Peterson may get a […]

Today on Law&Crime Report: Scott Peterson faces a review of his conviction due to a prejudicial juror. The family of his murdered wife expressed their disgust at the possibility of another trial. The state has a November 13 deadline to make a decision. Also: Man arrested after allegedly trying to kidnap Wichita mayor over mask […]

The plaintiff says she rented a home from the defendant, but he evicted her. She claims there was no damage, but the landlord won’t return her security deposit and alarm bill, so she’s suing him. The defendant says the plaintiff stole things from the home, and he’s countersuing for the cost of the items. Bob […]

Kristina is fed up with Willie cheating and having babies outside their relationship. He’s had children with two different women during their relationship. Kristina was devastated after Willie got a second woman pregnant and then left her for almost a year. Willie says Kristina won’t move past his cheating. According to Willie, Kristina has been […]

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A Hawaii state prisoner applies for authorization to file a second or successive habeas corpus petition challenging his second-degree murder conviction. Bob NewsGreetings I’m Bob. I edit, report and maintain this site. If you have any questions You can mail below me but it could be a while before I get back to you. area.control.network

A citizen of Vietnam petitions for review of the Board of Immigration Appeals’ denial of asylum and withholding of removal. Bob NewsGreetings I’m Bob. I edit, report and maintain this site. If you have any questions You can mail below me but it could be a while before I get back to you. area.control.network

A citizen of Mexico petitions for review of the Board of Immigration Appeals’ denial of withholding of removal and protection under the Convention Against Torture. Bob NewsGreetings I’m Bob. I edit, report and maintain this site. If you have any questions You can mail below me but it could be a while before I get […]

Appeal of a dismissal of LG Chem Limited for lack of personal jurisdiction in Walsh’s diversity product liability action. Bob NewsGreetings I’m Bob. I edit, report and maintain this site. If you have any questions You can mail below me but it could be a while before I get back to you. area.control.network

An appeal from the district court’s dismissal of a petition to confirm a foreign arbitral award under the New York Convention. Bob NewsGreetings I’m Bob. I edit, report and maintain this site. If you have any questions You can mail below me but it could be a while before I get back to you. area.control.network

For The Record: Linda Kenney Baden and guests Mike Koribanics & Gwen Stern discuss the Ghislaine Maxwell Secret 2016 deposition #GhislaineMaxwel #JeffreyEpstein Bob NewsGreetings I’m Bob. I edit, report and maintain this site. If you have any questions You can mail below me but it could be a while before I get back to you. […]

The plaintiff says he used to live with the defendant and loaned him money for rent and utilities when he had cash flow problems. Now his ex-roommate won’t pay him back, so he’s suing for the outstanding loans and rent. The defendant insists he doesn’t owe the plaintiff any money. Bob NewsGreetings I’m Bob. I […]

GEORGE FLOYD: The judge in the #GeorgeFloyd case approved the release of police body cam video from a 2019 arrest. The defense is alleging that Floyd ingested drugs in an attempt to avoid the arrest. tch #CourtTV LIVE tonight at 8/7c. court.tv/live COURT TV IS BACK! 24/7 LIVE gavel-to-gavel coverage, in-depth legal reporting, and expert […]

SCOTT PETERSON CASE: The California Supreme Court ordered a lower court to look at the case of #ScottPeterson due to information a juror did not disclose. The court noted that Juror No. 7 did not disclose prior involvement with legal proceedings. Watch #CourtTV LIVE tonight at 8/7c. court.tv/live COURT TV IS BACK! 24/7 LIVE gavel-to-gavel […]

Actor Danny Masterson was scheduled for a court appearance. The defendant, who is best known for appearing in the sitcom That ’70s Show, faces charges of rape for abusing several women in Los Angles, California. The crimes happened in incidents occurring in 2001 and 2003, prosecutors said. If convicted, Masterson will face a maximum penalty […]

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Appeal of a summary judgment in a diversity putative class action against Target Corporation and others, alleging the labeling of a biotin dietary supplement was misleading in violation of California law. Bob NewsGreetings I’m Bob. I edit, report and maintain this site. If you have any questions You can mail below me but it could […]

Appeal from two defendants’ convictions and sentences for multiple offenses including conspiracy to distribute controlled substances, conspiracy to commit money laundering, and making false statements to law enforcement. Bob NewsGreetings I’m Bob. I edit, report and maintain this site. If you have any questions You can mail below me but it could be a while […]

A California state prisoner appeals the denial of his habeas corpus petition challenging his conviction for first-degree murder, second-degree murder, and assault with a deadly weapon. Bob NewsGreetings I’m Bob. I edit, report and maintain this site. If you have any questions You can mail below me but it could be a while before I […]