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Decade-old Murder Case Begins Jury Selection in Ventura County Fairgrounds Shooting

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VENTURA, California – Jury selection has begun in the trial of Erick Estrada, a 35-year-old from Ventura, who is accused of a decade-old murder case involving the fatal shooting of 18-year-old Gabriel Gutierrez. The shooting took place near the Ventura County Fairgrounds in June 2013. Estrada, who has pleaded not guilty to murder and two counts of attempted murder, is also facing charges related to a separate shooting in October of that year. Timothy Scott Adams, another defendant connected to the shooting, pleaded guilty to voluntary manslaughter in 2018 and is currently serving a prison … Read more

Judge Dismisses Lawsuit Challenging Approval of Marijuana Dispensary in McLean County

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BLOOMINGTON, Ill. – A judge in McLean County has dismissed a lawsuit against the Town of Normal over the approval of a special use permit for a cannabis dispensary. The lawsuit, filed by former Normal Town Council member Jeff Fritzen, alleged that the town had violated its own ordinance in granting the permit for the High Haven Dispensary near a busy intersection. Fritzen, a vocal opponent of recreational marijuana use, argued that the town’s ordinance required the business to wait a year before reapplying for the permit unless new evidence was presented to the mayor … Read more

Beware of Bogus Jury Duty Scam Targeting Marin County Residents, Says Sheriff’s Office

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San Rafael, California – Residents of Marin County have been hit with a new phone scam targeting those who fail to show up for jury duty. The scammers pretend to be staff members of the Marin County Sheriff’s Office, making fraudulent claims that a warrant has been issued for not appearing in court. The scammers then demand payment for a “fine” or request payment through gift cards and other cashless methods. The Marin County Sheriff’s Office took to Facebook to warn residents about this scam, stating that law enforcement agencies would never make such demands. … Read more

Local Princeton Lawyer Vies for Circuit Court Judge Position in Mercer County

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Princeton lawyer Ryan Flanigan has announced his bid for circuit court judge in Mercer County, West Virginia. Flanigan emphasized his extensive courtroom experience, spanning over 21 years and covering various areas of the law. He also highlighted his track record of fairness, having prosecuted and defended cases on behalf of individuals, businesses, and governmental agencies. Flanigan, a Mercer County native, believes that his deep understanding of the community values will enable him to serve effectively as a judge. In his press release, Flanigan pledged to uphold the professionalism and fairness of the court system. His … Read more