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San Diego County Judge Denies Racism Accusations Amid Calls for Recusal from Racial Justice Cases

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San Diego, CA – Public defenders in San Diego County anxiously awaited Judge Howard Shore’s response to their motions to recuse him on Monday. The motions accused the Superior Court judge of making racist remarks during court proceedings, issuing biased rulings, and making racist comments during a meeting with public defenders. The public defender’s office is calling on Shore to step down from special racial justice hearings and remove himself from all cases involving public defenders. In written responses to each public defender, Shore denied the accusations of racism, prejudice, and bias and rejected the … Read more

Former South Carolina Attorney Alex Murdaugh Denied New Murder Trial, Judge Rules

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Columbia, South Carolina – Alex Murdaugh, the former South Carolina attorney who was convicted last year of killing his wife and son, will not be granted a new murder trial, a judge ruled Monday. Murdaugh’s attorneys had requested a new trial, alleging that the court clerk tampered with the jury, but the judge, Jean Toal, stated that while the clerk made improper comments to the jury, they did not influence the verdict. The judge also expressed doubts about the credibility of the court clerk, Rebecca “Becky” Hill, suggesting that she may have been influenced by … Read more

Judge to Decide if Suspect in Myrtle Beach Bar Shooting Will Receive Bond

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HORRY COUNTY, S.C. (AP) – A judge is set to determine whether a suspect accused of fatally shooting a man outside a Myrtle beach area bar will be granted bond. Kvon Lawhorn faces charges for the shooting that occurred in October outside the now-closed Barfield’s Bar and Grill on Frontage Road near Palmetto Pointe Boulevard. Lawhorn allegedly shot two individuals, resulting in the death of 23-year-old Starquan Washington. During a preliminary hearing in January, the murder charge against Lawhorn was reduced to involuntary manslaughter by a judge, as explained by Fifteenth Circuit Solicitor Jimmy Richardson. … Read more

Atlanta Judicial Commission Seeks Nominations for Municipal Court Judge Position

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ATLANTA, GEORGIA – The Atlanta Judicial Commission is now accepting nominations for the position of Municipal Court Judge for the City of Atlanta Municipal Court. This presents an exciting opportunity for members of the bar and citizens to participate in the nomination process. Nominations in writing must be received by February 10, 2024, and a nominee must meet certain qualifications. To be eligible for the position, a nominee must be at least 25 years of age and have been a resident of the City of Atlanta for one year prior to the appointment. Additionally, the … Read more