Prosecutorial

St. Louis Bar Owner’s Legal Battle Intensifies as Attorney Claims Prosecutorial Misconduct Over Withheld Evidence

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ST. LOUIS — The legal battle surrounding Chad Morris, a local bar owner, has intensified this week as his attorney sought sanctions against the St. and Louis Circuit Attorney’s Office over what he claims is a failure to disclose vital evidence. The dispute stems from an incident last December at Bar:PM, a popular establishment in the South Broadway area, which culminated in the controversial arrest of Morris following a confrontation with police. According to court documents, James Wyrsch, Morris’ lawyer, has accused the circuit attorney’s office, led by Gabe Gore, of withholding information crucial to … Read more

Actor Alec Baldwin’s Lawyers File Motion to Dismiss Manslaughter Charges in ‘Rust’ Shooting, Citing Prosecutorial Misconduct

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SANTA FE, New Mexico – Lawyers representing actor Alec Baldwin have filed a motion to dismiss manslaughter charges against him in the 2021 fatal shooting of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins during the filming of the movie “Rust.” The motion alleges prosecutorial misconduct and seeks to terminate the trial set for July 10. Baldwin’s defense lawyers argue that the charges against him are an abuse of the system and a violation of his rights. They claim that prosecutors have dragged Baldwin through a cesspool of improprieties and have failed to present exculpatory evidence to the grand jury. … Read more

Convicted Murderer Denied New Trial Amid Claims of Prosecutorial Misconduct

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MUNCIE, Ind. — A convicted murderer in Delaware Circuit Court has been denied a petition for a new trial after claiming prosecutorial misconduct. Marcus Hanyard, 29, was found guilty in February 2018 of murder, conspiracy to commit burglary, and unlawful possession of a firearm. On Feb. 9, 2017, Hanyard broke into the home of a well-known drug dealer in Muncie and fatally shot Zack Farmer in the head, chest, and legs. According to court documents, Hanyard had discussed robbing the dealer, Isaiah Davis, with Matt Fisher and three others. Fisher, who purchased drugs from Davis, … Read more

New Jersey Senator Menendez Hires Defense Attorney Known for Criticizing Prosecutorial Overreach

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TRENTON, N.J. – Senator Bob Menendez, who is set to stand trial in New York in May, has hired a new lawyer to represent him. The move comes as Menendez faces a series of indictments alleging bribery and acting as an unregistered foreign agent. Menendez’s new attorney, Yaakov Roth, will join his legal team in the fight against the charges. Menendez’s current lawyers wrote in a statement that the accusations against him are “outrageously false” and distort the truth. Roth, who has previously expressed concerns about the criminalization of politics, will no doubt bring his … Read more