Criminal

Oregon Law Schools Set to Expand Criminal Defense Clinics with New $3.4M Fund

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EUGENE, Ore. — A new initiative promises to bolster criminal defense clinics at law schools across Oregon, reflecting a growing commitment to legal representation for vulnerable populations. This funding effort comes in response to the pressing need for public defenders in the state, where thousands of individuals lack legal counsel. The Oregon legislature has recently authorized a significant allocation of $3.4 million to enhance these programs, following a prior one-time funding of $2.1 million in 2024. With this backing, law schools in Salem, Portland, and Eugene anticipate expanding their clinical offerings, designed to provide hands-on … Read more

Remembering Hugh Keefe: A Pioneering Force in Connecticut’s Criminal Defense Bar Passes Away at 82

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New Haven, Conn. — Hugh Keefe, a prominent figure in Connecticut’s criminal defense landscape for over 50 years, passed away on Friday at the age of 82. His contributions to the field have left a profound impact on both colleagues and clients throughout his career. Keefe’s reputation as a formidable advocate was widely acknowledged. “He was a fantastic lawyer,” said close friend and fellow attorney William F. Dow III. Dow noted that Keefe possessed a rare ability to uplift others in the legal profession. “Any number of prosecutors and judges and lawyers are where they … Read more

Music Producer Withdraws Lawsuit Against Chris Brown Amid Ongoing Criminal Charges

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London, England — A music producer who alleged that Chris Brown assaulted him at a London nightclub has decided to withdraw his lawsuit against the artist. Amadou “Abe” Diaw reportedly submitted a motion to dismiss the case with prejudice, indicating that it cannot be refiled in the future. Diaw’s lawsuit emerged following a February 2023 incident where he claimed Brown struck him with a tequila bottle and stomped on him, leading to hospitalization. The lawsuit sought damages amounting to $16 million. Brown has consistently denied the allegations, pleading not guilty to charges of grievous bodily … Read more

Panola County Grand Jury Hands Down Series of Indictments on Diverse Criminal Charges

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Panola County, Texas, recently saw a grand jury announce multiple indictments following a series of incidents that occurred in recent months. The indictments, which came down on June 24, touch on a variety of charges ranging from serious bodily injury to drug possession and theft. Jhavorry Demaero Crayton faces charges related to a collision that resulted in serious bodily injury, stemming from an incident on March 16. Another defendant, Charles Adam Philyaw, is facing several charges, including theft of materials valued under $20,000 and criminal mischief between $150,000 and $300,000 from incidents on March 23. … Read more