Lenient

Victims’ Representative Slams U.S. Justice Department for Alleged Lenient Boeing Deal Amid Crash Investigations

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Washington, D.C. — A lawyer representing the families of victims in two catastrophic Boeing 737 Max crashes has leveled serious accusations against the U.S. government. The attorney alleges that federal officials are on the verge of securing a lenient plea deal with Boeing, potentially undermining the gravity of the company’s role in the tragedies. Paul Cassell, the attorney spearheading the claims, declared that he had been briefed directly by sources within the Justice Department about the impending deal. According to Cassell, this agreement could significantly limit Boeing’s legal responsibilities for the 737 Max crashes in … Read more

Notoriously lenient Manhattan judge sets low bail for alleged drug dealers with $1.1 million worth of narcotics

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NEW YORK, NY – Two alleged drug dealers in Hell’s Kitchen were given unusually low bail amounts by a Manhattan judge known for her leniency. Law enforcement officials and sources reveal that prosecutors had requested a bail of $1 million each for Sergio J. Betancourt Peralta, a Mexican immigrant, and Jovanny Salas, a Colorado resident. However, Judge Valentina Morales reduced their bail to just $75,000 each, despite concerns about flight risks and the serious nature of their charges. This leniency from Judge Morales has raised questions about her approach to criminal cases. Previously, she has … Read more

Former Memphis Judge Exposes Broken Justice System with Decline in Jury Trials Leading to Lenient Plea Deals

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MEMPHIS, Tenn. – After more than five years since the fatal shooting of Greater Memphis Chamber president Phil Trenary, one of the two men accused in his murder has reached a plea deal. McKinney Wright, 27 years old, pleaded guilty to the crime in December 2023. The murder took place in September 2018. The slow progress of cases making their way through the court system has raised concerns. Retired judge Bobby Carter, who now serves as a court consultant under former Memphis mayor Jim Strickland, believes that more efficient use of available tools is necessary. … Read more

Judge John Rowley: A Lenient and Compassionate Leader in Tompkins County’s Justice System

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ITHACA, N.Y. – After serving for 23 years as the Tompkins County Judge, John Rowley has decided to step down from his position. With his resignation taking effect on March 1, Rowley leaves behind a legacy of compassion and progress in the local court system. One of his notable achievements was the establishment of the county’s first drug court in collaboration with former Judge Judy Rossiter in 1998. This specialized court program offers defendants the opportunity to undergo long-term treatment with court supervision instead of facing jail time, aligning with the goal of creating trauma-informed … Read more