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Vulnerable Mainers Often Enter Guardianships Without Legal Aid, Report Finds

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Augusta, Maine — A new analysis by Disability Rights Maine highlights a concerning trend in the state’s guardianship system, revealing that an overwhelming majority of adults placed under court-appointed guardians have no legal representation. The study, covering the years 2019 to 2021, exposes that 75% of these individuals did not have an attorney to advocate for their rights during the critical moments when their autonomy was being removed. Disability Rights Maine, under the leadership of Legal Director Lauren Wille, has been pivotal in addressing this issue, striving to rectify cases where the rights of adults, … Read more

Chief Judge Clarence Cuthpert Jr. and Judge Maureen Wood Enter Rockdale County State Court Election, Competing for Seat Vacated by Retiring Judge

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CONYERS, Georgia – In a bid to secure the position he was appointed to last year, Chief Judge Clarence Cuthpert Jr. has announced his candidacy for the Rockdale County State Court. Cuthpert was appointed by Governor Brian Kemp to serve the remaining term of retiring Judge Nancy N. Bills. However, he will face competition from Rockdale County Juvenile Court Judge Maureen Wood, who also qualified for the judicial race on March 4. Judge Cuthpert’s decision to run for election comes after his year-long tenure in the position. As the appointed chief judge, he has likely … Read more

Lawyer for Convicted Killer of Mollie Tibbetts Admits Migrants Enter US with ‘Bad Intentions’, Raises Concerns Over Connection to Another Murder

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New York City, New York – The lawyer representing Cristhian Bahena Rivera, a Mexican national convicted in the 2018 murder of University of Iowa student Mollie Tibbetts, has acknowledged that the current migrant crisis is allowing people with “bad intentions” to enter the United States. Chad Frese, the attorney, also suggested that there could be a connection between his client and the alleged murderer of Georgia nursing student Laken Riley. Frese, who represented Rivera during his trial, made these comments in an interview with The New York Post. He highlighted the problems associated with illegal … Read more

Unveiling the Mystery: Cloquet Shooting Raises Questions as New Gun Safety Laws Enter Force

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CLOQUET, Minn. – The motive behind a recent shooting in Cloquet, Minnesota remains unknown as new gun safety laws take effect. Authorities are still investigating the shooting incident, which occurred on Monday. Details regarding the identities of those involved, the firearm used, and the motive behind the shooting have not been disclosed. The local police department is working diligently to gather information and uncover the circumstances surrounding the incident. The shooting has fueled discussions surrounding gun safety laws. With the recent implementation of new legislation, there is increased focus on preventing incidents like this. The … Read more