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Judge Sentences D.C. Man to 18 Months for Non-Fatal Shooting, Community Reconciliation Acknowledged in Court

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Washington, D.C. — A local man was sentenced to 18 months in prison for his involvement in a non-fatal shooting earlier this year. Terry McNeal, 44, received the sentence from Superior Court Judge Andrea Hertzfeld on July 16, following a plea deal related to the incident that took place on February 2, 2024, in the 2400 block of H Street, SE. McNeal faced charges of assault with a dangerous weapon and possession of a firearm during a crime of violence. He ultimately pleaded guilty to assault with a dangerous weapon and carrying a pistol without … Read more

Disbarred Florida Attorney Sentenced to 33 Months for Misappropriating Client Funds

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FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. — A former attorney from Florida has been sentenced to 33 months in federal prison after admitting to embezzling funds from clients. The U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Florida handed down the sentence to the disbarred lawyer who misappropriated over $300,000 intended for clients. The lawyer, whose legal license was revoked in 2018, utilized trust accounts meant for client funds to finance personal expenses, including luxury travel and other indulgences. Prosecutors revealed that the accused often provided fraudulent accounting statements to clients, misleading them about the status of their … Read more

Navigating Turbulence: A Federal Judge’s Journey Through Seven Disruptive Months

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A Federal Judge’s tumultuous first seven months have been marked by challenges and scrutiny in Washington, D.C., where the intricacies of politics and law intermingle. Since taking the bench, the newly appointed judge has dealt with an unprecedented influx of high-profile cases, attracting intense national attention. Appointment to the federal judiciary is often seen as a significant achievement, but the reality can be daunting. The judge finds themselves navigating a complex web of political pressures, public expectations, and the inherent challenges of the diverse cases presented in federal court. These seven months have illustrated the … Read more

California Attorney Sentenced to 21 Months for Embezzling $8.7 Million to Fuel Vegas Gambling Habit

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Sara Jacqueline King, a 41-year-old attorney from Newport Beach, California, was sentenced to 21 months in federal prison for embezzling approximately $8.7 million from her clients. The sentencing took place on May 5 after she pleaded guilty to charges of wire fraud and money laundering. In addition to her prison term, King has been ordered to pay restitution totaling nearly $8.8 million. Between January 2022 and January 2023, King operated under her business, King Family Lending LLC, which purportedly provided short-term loans secured by the assets of high-profile borrowers, including celebrities and professional athletes. However, … Read more