DAs

Legal Firestorm: High-Profile Lawyer Slams DA’s Tactics in Subway Manslaughter Trial

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New York — A high-profile manslaughter case involving Daniel Penny, accused in the death of Jordan Neely on a New York subway train, has seen significant developments that have sparked controversy and criticism towards Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg’s prosecutorial strategies. Judge Maxwell Wiley recently allowed the jury to consider a lesser charge of criminally negligent homicide after the top manslaughter charge was dismissed upon the prosecutor’s request, following the jury’s deadlock. Former U.S. Assistant Attorney Andy McCarthy has vocally criticized Bragg for what he perceives as manipulative tactics aimed at securing a conviction. McCarthy … Read more

Jackson DA’s Private Ventures Scrutinized Amid FBI Stings and City Council Bribery Scandal

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JACKSON, Miss. — Recent federal actions in Jackson have raised eyebrows across the community, particularly with the investigation surrounding properties owned by Hinds County District Attorney Jody Owens. In a twist that combines politics, real estate, and law enforcement, the case has woven a complex narrative involving potential undercover operations and bribery. Earlier this year, the FBI raided a downtown Jackson cigar bar, among other properties connected to Owens, sparking widespread speculation about the reasons and implications. Rob McDuff, legal representative for Owens, clarified that the investigations do not pertain to his client’s role as … Read more