Defender

Prominent Florida Attorney Robert Josefsberg, Defender of Doors’ Morrison, Passes Away at 86

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Miami, Florida — Robert Josefsberg, a prominent Florida attorney known for his work defending high-profile clients, including legendary rock star Jim Morrison, passed away at the age of 86. His death marks the end of a vibrant career that shaped his legacy within the legal and entertainment communities. Josefsberg, a skilled legal strategist, gained national attention during the late 1960s when he represented Morrison, the frontman of The Doors, during his infamous trial related to obscenity charges stemming from a concert in Miami. This case not only highlighted the tension between artistic expression and legal … Read more

UN Experts Urge Thai Government to Drop Charges Against Human Rights Defender Amid Ongoing Free Speech Concerns

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Bangkok, Thailand — United Nations experts expressed deep concerns Friday regarding the judicial actions against prominent Thai human rights advocate Pimsiri Petchnamrob. They called on the Thai government to withdraw all charges against her and other activists who participated in pro-democracy demonstrations. The experts also urged Thai authorities to reconsider and repeal lèse-majesté laws, which are seen as suppressing freedom of expression and peaceful assembly. In their statements, the experts reaffirmed their previous appeals to amend or eliminate these laws, which have fostered an environment of fear and self-censorship among the public. They emphasized that … Read more

Ransomware Strike Halts Federal Defender Operations, Disrupts Terrorism Trial in Arizona

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Phoenix, Arizona – A ransomware attack has effectively paralyzed operations for federal public defenders, hampering legal proceedings, including delaying a high-profile trial. Jon Sands, a leading federal public defender, highlighted in a legal motion that the office’s network access had been completely cut off, significantly restricting the capabilities of his team. The cyberattack has thrown a wrench into the works of legal defenses, particularly impacting the case of Donald Day, Jr., an Arizona resident. Day is charged with promoting violence under the guise of a religiously driven terrorist attack that allegedly was to take place … Read more

San Francisco Crime Debate Intensifies: DA Criticizes Judges for Leniency as Public Defender Argues for Second Chances

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San Francisco, CA — In the midst of an ongoing debate over judicial leniency in San Francisco, a recent case involving a 25-year-old East Bay man has reignited concerns over crime and punishment in the city. District Attorney Brooke Jenkins has publicly criticized the perceived leniency of local judges, spotlighting a case where Gerardo Saavedra, despite a violent armed robbery spree, received a much lighter sentence than the prosecution demanded. Saavedra, who had no previous criminal record, embarked on a two-hour armed robbery spree in San Francisco last September, targeting five women, including tourists, after … Read more