Sentences

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

Life Behind Bars: Jury Sentences Ronny Walker to Life in Prison for the Murder of 14-Year-Old Nilexia Alexander

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TAMPA, Fla. — A jury in Hillsborough County has sentenced Ronny Tremel Walker to life in prison for the murder of 14-year-old Nilexia Alexander. The verdict was reached on Friday, following two days of deliberations during a penalty hearing. The 12-member jury, made up of five men and seven women, took nearly two hours to conclude that Walker would not face the death penalty. Hillsborough Circuit Judge Robin Fuson subsequently handed down the life sentence without the possibility of parole. Walker displayed no immediate emotion upon receiving the verdict but later visibly regarded the jury … Read more

Jury Sentences Offender to 25 Years for Lewd Conduct in Shocking Verdict

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LAWTON, Okla. — A jury in Lawton has recommended a 25-year prison sentence for a man convicted of committing lewd acts against a minor. The decision came after a trial that highlighted the serious nature of the offenses involved. The accused was found guilty on multiple counts, revealing alarming details about his actions. Prosecutors presented evidence that showed he engaged in inappropriate behavior that violated the trust of his victim. The jury deliberated for several hours before reaching a verdict, ultimately deciding to impose a substantial sentence reflective of the severity of the crimes. During … Read more

Federal Judge Sentences Tom Girardi as New Mass Tort Dockets Emerge in Hair Relaxer and Talcum Powder Cases

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Los Angeles, California — In a significant legal development, a federal judge has sentenced 86-year-old Tom Girardi, who suffers from dementia, to over seven years in federal prison. Girardi, once a prominent attorney, has faced escalating legal troubles, culminating in this latest sentence reflecting his involvement in various fraudulent activities. Meanwhile, in Philadelphia, the Court of Common Pleas has initiated two new mass tort dockets pertaining to hair relaxers and Johnson & Johnson’s talcum powder. This action aims to address growing concerns over the safety of these products and their link to serious health risks. … Read more