Prosecutorial

Georgia Judge Considers Mistrial in Young Thug’s Marathon Gang Trial Amid Prosecutorial Missteps

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ATLANTA, Ga. — A Georgia court is contemplating a potential mistrial in the high-profile legal battle involving rapper Young Thug, which could unravel a sprawling case spanning two years. The extended legal proceedings, centered around allegations of gang-related activities under the guise of a music label, have faced significant procedural setbacks. This deliberation follows a recent courtroom incident wherein a witness inadvertently exposed sensitive details about another defendant’s criminal history, prompting defense lawyers to accuse the prosecution of carelessness. In light of this, Judge Paige Reese Whitaker criticized the prosecution’s handling of the case, describing … Read more

Alec Baldwin’s Legal Team Seeks Dismissal and Attorney Fees, Citing Prosecutorial Misconduct in “Rust” Manslaughter Case

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Santa Fe, N.M. — Attorneys representing Alec Baldwin have strongly opposed the reinstatement of manslaughter charges against him, challenging the necessity of reopening the case while demanding that New Mexico cover their legal fees due to what they describe as prosecutorial misconduct. In a recent legal filing, Baldwin’s legal team contested an appeal from Kari Morrissey, the lead prosecutor, to reverse the decision that previously dismissed the charge. They accused Morrissey of withholding crucial evidence and misleading the court about its significance. The controversy centers on the tragic October 2021 shooting of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins … Read more

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