Judge Orders Return of Electronics to Ex-Priest Amid Scandalous Altar Incident, But Data Wiped to Prevent Leaks

Pearl River, Louisiana – A state judge has directed the return of electronics belonging to a former Roman Catholic priest who confessed to obscenity charges related to a scandalous incident that occurred in 2020. Travis Clark was found having sexual encounters with two dominatrices atop an altar, a story that gained national attention. Judge Ellen Creel’s ruling, issued on August 4, permitted law enforcement to return several electronic devices, including cellphones, tablets, and computers, which had been seized during Clark’s investigation. However, the ruling included a stipulation that all data on these devices must be … Read more

Legal Battle Erupts as Fed Governor’s Lawyer Seeks to Prevent Dismissal

In Washington, D.C., the legal team representing a Federal Reserve governor is taking action against the central bank’s attempts to terminate his employment. This development underscores ongoing tensions and scrutiny surrounding the leadership at the Federal Reserve. The governor’s attorney has formally requested a federal judge to intervene and prevent the dismissal, arguing that the reasons provided for the termination lack validity and could harm the integrity of the institution. This legal maneuver reflects both the individual dynamics at play within the Federal Reserve and wider concerns regarding its governance and operations, particularly as the … Read more

"Reimagining Grand Juries: Legal Scholar Advocates for Enhanced Juror Input in Police Shooting Cases to Prevent Future Tragedies"

Akron, Ohio — A recent decision by a Summit County grand jury to decline criminal charges against a police officer involved in the shooting of a local man has reignited discussions about the effectiveness of the grand jury process. Law professor Michael Gentithes from the University of Akron argues that current protocols often reduce the role of jurors to a simple yes or no vote, preventing them from providing valuable insights that could help prevent future police violence. Gentithes criticizes the grand jury system’s lack of transparency, suggesting that it fails to utilize the “lay … Read more

Texas Enacts New Alcohol Law After Heartbreaking Loss: Mother Advocates for Electronic Age Verification to Prevent Underage Drinking

DALLAS — A new Texas law mandates electronic age-verification scanners at cash registers in convenience stores and retailers selling alcohol, a measure spurred by the tragic loss of a young man in a drunk-driving accident. The legislation emerged from the efforts of Charlotte Stephens, a North Texas mother whose son, DeShawn Jagwan, died after consuming alcohol purchased without identification checks. Jagwan was just 18 years old when he died in a single-car crash shortly after attending his high school prom. On April 9, 2022, Stephens sent Jagwan off to Plano Senior High School’s prom. Described … Read more