Bail

Judge Releases Accused Drug Dealer on Supervised Freedom, Ignoring $150K Bail Request

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NEW YORK — In what has become a controversial decision, Manhattan Criminal Court Judge Valentina Morales has recently allowed for supervised release of an accused drug dealer apprehended within her dental workplace. Madelyn Javier, 31, was caught in possession of a shipment containing illegal substances at Esthetix Dental Spa in Washington Heights, raising questions about the judge’s lenient approach in light of a significant bail request. Prosecutors had vigorously pushed for a substantial bail amount following Javier’s arrest. New York City Special Narcotics Prosecutor Bridget Brennan advocated for a bail of $100,000 cash or a … Read more

Notoriously lenient Manhattan judge sets low bail for alleged drug dealers with $1.1 million worth of narcotics

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NEW YORK, NY – Two alleged drug dealers in Hell’s Kitchen were given unusually low bail amounts by a Manhattan judge known for her leniency. Law enforcement officials and sources reveal that prosecutors had requested a bail of $1 million each for Sergio J. Betancourt Peralta, a Mexican immigrant, and Jovanny Salas, a Colorado resident. However, Judge Valentina Morales reduced their bail to just $75,000 each, despite concerns about flight risks and the serious nature of their charges. This leniency from Judge Morales has raised questions about her approach to criminal cases. Previously, she has … Read more

Former Easton Man Convicted of Possessing Child Pornography and Uploading Videos Faces Increased Bail

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Flemington, New Jersey – A man, previously residing in Easton, has been found guilty of possession and distribution of child pornography. The verdict was delivered last week by a judge at Northampton County Court, following a trial that began on February 26th. The convict, 36-year-old Zebbelin Standish, was living in an apartment on Northampton Street at the time of his arrest in 2022. He currently resides in Flemington. After the verdict, the prosecution successfully motioned to increase Standish’s bail, which now stands at $1 million. Standish is currently being held in Northampton County Prison, awaiting … Read more

Gang Leader Accused of Murdering Tupac Shakur Set to Face New Legal Challenge as Bail Remains at $750K

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Las Vegas, NV – A former gang leader accused of murdering legendary rapper Tupac Shakur has hired a new lawyer as he remains behind bars on bail of $750,000. The individual is currently in custody on unrelated charges and has been linked to the infamous 1996 shooting that took Shakur’s life. The suspect, whose name has not been disclosed for legal reasons, is said to have ties to the criminal organization responsible for Shakur’s murder. Authorities believe that the motive behind the attack was an escalating conflict between rival gangs and the rapper himself. This … Read more