Delays

Surge in Violent Crimes in Barrie Signals Troubling Trend as Court Delays Mount, Says Local Lawyer

by

Barrie, Ontario – Local court data suggests a concerning increase in violent crimes and significant delays in case processing within the justice system. An analysis by InnisfilToday of court information from the Ministry of the Attorney General reveals a steady rise in violent crimes in the Barrie area, with 1,922 cases reported in 2012 and a staggering 2,464 cases in 2022. It is important to note that not all of these cases are strictly Barrie crimes, as the local courthouse also handles cases from the wider region. Simcoe County has experienced a moderate increase in … Read more

Rising Violent Crime Rates and Trial Delays Plague Barrie’s Justice System, Reveals Court Data

by

Barrie, Ontario – Local court data suggests a surge in violent crimes in the Barrie area, accompanied by considerable delays in case processing through the justice system. The court information collected by BarrieToday from annual statistics published by the Ministry of the Attorney General reveals a steady increase in violent crimes over the past several years. In 2012, there were 1,922 cases, compared to 2,464 cases in 2022. However, it’s important to note that not all of these crimes are strictly Barrie-related, as the local courthouse handles cases from the wider region as well. Simcoe … Read more

Cher’s Legal Misstep Delays Son’s Conservatorship Hearing, Sparks Controversy

by

Los Angeles, CA – Cher’s attempt to petition for a conservatorship for her son, Elijah Blue Allman, has hit a roadblock. On Friday, Los Angeles Superior Court Judge Jessica A. Uzcategui ruled that Cher’s legal team made an error by submitting their filings just two days before the hearing, depriving Allman and his attorneys of sufficient time to review them. As a result, a new hearing has been scheduled for January 29. According to court documents obtained by Page Six, Cher has expressed concerns about her son’s “severe mental health and substance abuse issues” that … Read more

Recent Changes in Florida Law Causing Delays for Inmates Seeking Release in Miami-Dade County

by

Miami, Florida – Changes to the law in Miami-Dade County have resulted in individuals accused of crimes being held in jail longer before seeing a first-appearance judge. In the past, it was common for those deemed not “high-risk” to pay a bond and be released shortly after their arrest. However, new legislation signed by the Florida legislature and governor has altered this practice. Under Florida law, individuals must appear before a first appearance judge within 24 hours of their arrest. However, due to the high volume of arrestees in Miami-Dade, many were able to bond … Read more