NYPD Commissioner Jessica Tisch Calls for Legal Reforms to Prevent Repeat Offenders from Walking Free

NEW YORK — NYPD Commissioner Jessica Tisch lashed out against current legislation that keeps dangerous criminals on the streets, voicing her frustrations during a press conference in Harlem with Mayor Eric Adams on January 22. The commissioner expressed concerns over the judiciary’s actions—or lack thereof—particularly when it comes to bail decisions, amidst what she perceives as a worrying drop in the rates of prosecution. Tisch’s remarks came in response to a query about which laws she would prioritize for revision. She specifically criticized the discovery law, arguing that it often leads to suspects walking free … Read more

Spokane County Commissioner Al French’s Recall Dismissed by Judge Amid Controversy Over PFAS Claims

SPOKANE COUNTY, Wash. – A local judge recently dismissed a petition to recall Spokane County Commissioner Al French, ruling the allegations legally insufficient and highlighting procedural concerns about the timing of the recall effort close to an upcoming election. The decision, rendered by Whitman County Judge Gary Libey, has reverberated through the community, prompting plans for an appeal by the group behind the recall effort. The Clean Water Accountability Coalition initiated the recall drive on August 26, accusing French of violating his oath of office by allegedly covering up the contamination of PFAS chemicals at … Read more

Miami Judge Dismisses Case Against City Commissioner Joe Carollo Amid Controversy Over Free Speech Rights

Miami, FL — A legal effort to unseat Miami City Commissioner Joe Carollo was terminated recently when a judge ruled against the claims brought forth by local business owners. The lawsuit, initiated by Bill Fuller and Martin Pinilla, owners of the popular Little Havana establishment Ball and Chain, accused Carollo of infringing upon their free speech rights. The allegations centered on Carollo’s actions, which the businessmen claimed had violated municipal governing principles stipulating protections for free speech. They argued that Carollo’s actions warranted his removal from public office, referencing a city charter provision that allows … Read more

Judge Dismisses Lawsuit Seeking to Remove Miami Commissioner Joe Carollo Amid Free Speech Controversy

In Miami, a recent court decision has upheld Miami Commissioner Joe Carollo’s position, following a contentious lawsuit that sought his removal from office. The legal action, initiated by local businessmen Bill Fuller and Martin Pinilla, charged Carollo with infringing upon their free speech rights, an allegation they believed should disqualify him from his civic role. The dispute centers on accusations that Carollo overstepped his boundaries under the Miami City charter. Fuller and Pinilla, frequent litigants against the city and Carollo, ambitiously pursued the case, claiming the commissioner’s actions posed a significant constitutional issue. Their attorney, … Read more