Fairness

Minnesota Judge Halts Cannabis License Lottery Amid Fairness Lawsuits from Applicants

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ST. PAUL, Minn. — A sudden halt has been placed on Minnesota’s cannabis license lottery following a judicial order triggered by multiple lawsuits from applicants challenging their exclusion from the early approval process. The controversy surrounds the procedures adopted by the state’s new regulatory body, the Office of Cannabis Management, which has been accused of not adequately communicating denials and prematurely pushing forward with the lottery. The complaints arose after the Office announced last week that only about a third of the more than 1,800 hopefuls would progress to the lottery stage where 280 licenses … Read more

Legal Team Seeks Additional Review on Fairness of Trial for Man Convicted of Killing Pittsburgh Officers

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PITTSBURGH — Defense attorneys are petitioning for further examination of a 2009 case where a Pittsburgh man was convicted of murdering three police officers, claiming the trial may not have been fair. Richard Poplawski, the accused, was found guilty of the shootings that occurred during a domestic disturbance call. The legal team has motioned before a local judge to delay an upcoming hearing to allow additional time to gather evidence supporting their claim. They argue that new findings could potentially reveal judicial oversights or violations of Poplawski’s constitutional rights at the time of his original … Read more

George Smith Launches Bid for Orange County Court Judge, Aims to Bring Fairness and Justice to Local Bench

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Goshen, N.Y. – A seasoned local attorney and sitting town justice, George Smith, has thrown his hat into the ring for the position of Orange County Court Judge. Smith, a Republican from the Town of Minisink, is aiming to succeed Judge Rich Guertin, who is set to retire at the end of 2025 after reaching the state’s mandatory retirement age. With an extensive legal career spanning over three decades, Smith expresses a deep commitment to serving the community with fairness and integrity. “It would be an honor to continue serving the residents of Orange County … Read more

Shelby County Enhances Bail-Setting Process with Essential Law Enforcement Insights to Ensure Fairness and Public Safety

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Memphis, Tenn. – In an effort to bolster the integrity and effectiveness of the bail-setting process, the Shelby County District Attorney’s Office, in collaboration with the Memphis Police Department, has introduced enhanced documentation for judicial commissioners. This new initiative aims to provide a more robust framework by which bail amounts are set, enhancing public safety and judicial fairness. The upgraded forms now feature a section titled “Law Enforcement Notes,” which will replace the previous bond recommendation section. This amendment is designed to equip magistrates with comprehensive information about defendants, allowing for more informed decision-making regarding … Read more