Jury

Beware! Jury Duty Phone Scam Targeting Local Residents—Court Officials Issue Warning

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EDWARDSVILLE, Ill. — Residents of Madison and Bond counties are being warned about a fraudulent jury duty scam that has recently surfaced. The Office of the Chief Judge for the Third Judicial Circuit reports that numerous citizens have received phone calls from individuals falsely claiming they missed jury duty. Officials emphasize that these calls are part of a scam. Typically, official jury duty notifications are mailed directly to individuals rather than communicated over the phone or through emails. The court and sheriff’s office do not make calls about missed jury duties, according to court authorities. … Read more

Jury Awards $60 Million in Landmark Case Against Disgraced Prosecutor Over False Abuse Charges

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DETROIT — A federal jury awarded nearly $60 million to a man wrongfully charged with sexual abuse after finding that a former Michigan prosecutor and a police officer acted with malice in pursuing the case. The jury’s decision underscores the challenges of holding public officials accountable in the legal system, where such lawsuits are uncommon due to significant protections for prosecutors. The jury concluded that Brian Kolodziej, a former assistant attorney general, and state police Lt. David Busacca acted with “intentional, deliberate, or reckless disregard for the truth” in their actions against Sean MacMaster. The … Read more

Local Judge Sounds Alarm on Rising Jury Duty Scam Targeting Residents

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BENTON, Illinois — Local authorities are sounding the alarm about a scam that targets residents under the guise of requiring them for jury duty. A judge from the Benton area has issued a warning for citizens to be vigilant and recognize the telltale signs of fraudulent activity related to jury summons. The judge noted that scammers have been impersonating court officials, claiming that individuals have failed to report for jury duty. Victims are often informed that a warrant for their arrest will be issued if they do not respond immediately or provide personal information. This … Read more

Jury Trial Date Scheduled for East Memphis Doctor Facing Federal Indictment

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MEMPHIS, Tenn. — A doctor from East Memphis facing federal charges will stand trial beginning September 25, according to a recent court ruling. The defendant, Dr. M. Gabriel Gutiérrez, has been indicted on multiple counts involving controlled substances and healthcare fraud. The federal indictment alleges that Gutiérrez, a licensed physician, engaged in practices that contributed to the misuse of opioid prescriptions. Authorities claim he provided these prescriptions without legitimate medical purposes, a move that has raised serious concerns regarding patient safety and the broader implications for public health. In addition to the opioid-related charges, the … Read more