Criminal

Chilean Firm Prieto Advances Two New Counsel in Criminal Law and Disputes Division

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Santiago, Chile — The Chilean law firm Prieto has recently advanced its legal team by promoting María Jesús Becerra and Agustín Prado to the position of counsel, a move that notably strengthens its criminal law and disputes practice groups. This enhancement within the firm highlights a strategic commitment to growth and expertise in these key legal areas. Prieto, renowned in Chile for its comprehensive service offerings, has been expanding its influence in the legal sphere, particularly in sectors that demand highly specialized knowledge such as criminal law and dispute resolution. The promotion of Becerra and … Read more

Kim Kardashian Powers Through MPRE, Eyes Full-Time Attorney Career Amid Push for Criminal Justice Reform

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Los Angeles, CA — Kim Kardashian, the SKIMS founder and television superstar, is on the verge of achieving one of her major life goals – becoming a lawyer. Amidst reports of impending legal tensions with her ex, Kanye West, Kardashian recently took the Multistate Professional Responsibility Exam (MPRE) in Los Angeles on March 27. This exam is a prerequisite for the bar exam in California, where a passing score is essential for anyone aiming to practice law. Kardashian began her pursuit of a legal career in 2019, inspired to follow the footsteps of her late … Read more

South Carolina Lawmakers Consider Tougher Anti-Racketeering Laws to Combat Rising Gang and Criminal Activities

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COLUMBIA, S.C. — South Carolina law enforcement officials and prosecutors are urging state legislators to equip them with more robust tools to effectively combat drug trafficking, sex trafficking, and retail theft rings. Proposed legislation currently under consideration at the State House seeks to impose stricter penalties that could lead to long prison sentences for the orchestrators of these criminal activities. Senators Greg Hembree of Horry and Tom Young of Aiken have introduced bills that would introduce an anti-racketeering, or RICO, statute to the state’s legislation, aligning with measures that many other states have adopted. Such … Read more

Vermont Advocates Push to Stop Delays to Youth Criminal Justice Reform Law, Urge Immediate Implementation

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MONTPELIER, Vt. — Advocates for criminal justice reform are calling on Vermont legislators to affirm their commitment to a pioneering statute designed to offer younger offenders a path to rehabilitation instead of incarceration. Enacted in 2020, Vermont’s “Raise the Age” law was the first in the nation to redefine the age of juvenile jurisdiction, initially including 18-year-olds within its scope. The legislation is rooted in studies suggesting that brain development continues into the early twenties, advocating that youthful errors should not lead to lifelong penalties under the justice system. Proponents argue that understanding this developmental … Read more