Judiciary

Maine Judiciary Committee Grapples with Gun Safety Legislation in Emotional Testimony

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AUGUSTA, Maine — The Judiciary Committee in Augusta, Maine, heard extensive testimony on Tuesday regarding two newly proposed gun safety bills. Supporters and opponents of the legislation shared their perspectives during the hours-long hearing. One of the bills, LD 2086, aims to address gun trafficking by removing forfeited or abandoned firearms from circulation. The legislation also seeks to prevent the resale of firearms for criminal purposes. Senator Anne Carny, the sponsor of the bill, stated that it would update the state’s definition of “machine gun” and grant law enforcement jurisdiction over firearms equipped with devices … Read more

Remembering Retired Butte County Superior Court Judge Ann Rutherford: A Trailblazer in the California Judiciary

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BUTTE COUNTY, Calif. – Ann H. Rutherford, a groundbreaking figure in the California judiciary and a highly regarded member of the legal community in Butte County, has passed away, according to the county’s superior court. Retiring from the Butte County Superior Court in 2001, Rutherford continued to serve through the Judicial Council of California’s Assigned Judges Program until her full retirement in August 2017. Rutherford’s legacy as the first female judge in the Butte County Superior Court began in 1976 when she was appointed to the Chico Municipal Court by Governor Jerry Brown. Her election … Read more

Tragic Fate of Ghobadlou: Lawyer Summoned to Judiciary as Executed Protester’s Case Takes a New Turn

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TEHRAN, Iran – The lawyer representing the executed Iranian protester, Ruhollah Ghobadlou, has been summoned to face the judiciary system following the controversial case that drew international attention. Ghobadlou’s lawyer, whose name has not been disclosed, now finds himself under scrutiny as the Iranian regime seeks to address the fallout from the execution. Ghobadlou, a prominent figure in the protest movement, was sentenced to death after being accused of inciting violence and spreading anti-government propaganda. His execution sparked outrage both within Iran and around the world, with human rights activists condemning the decision as a … Read more

Unveiling the Judiciary Process: The Challenging Path to Removing a Judge from Their Post

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TUCSON, Ariz. – The process of removing a judge from the bench is a challenging endeavor that requires substantial evidence and thorough investigation. In Arizona, where judges are appointed rather than elected, the responsibility of ensuring a fair and impartial judiciary lies with the state’s Commission on Judicial Conduct. The Commission on Judicial Conduct is tasked with investigating allegations of misconduct against judges and, if necessary, recommending disciplinary action. According to the Arizona Constitution, judges can be removed from office for “willful misconduct, wilful and persistent failure to perform duties, or for other grounds provided … Read more