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Lawyer Receives Six-Month Sentence After Labeling Judges ‘Goondas’ in Heated Courtroom Exchange

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Lucknow, India – A legal professional in Uttar Pradesh caused a courtroom disruption that escalated into a highly contentious event, culminating in a six-month jail sentence for denouncing judges as “goondas,” a colloquial term for thugs. The incident, which unfolded in a local court, highlighted ongoing tensions between judiciary etiquette and expression freedoms within India’s courtroom proceedings. The drama in the courtroom commenced when the lawyer, already in the midst of legal proceedings, appeared with his shirt unbuttoned. This attire sparked disapproval from the presiding judge, who remarked on what was deemed inappropriate courtroom attire. … Read more

Missouri Judge Faces Six-Month Suspension, Mental Health Scrutiny After Admitting to Misconduct

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Carrollton, Mo. – The judicial career of Associate Circuit Court Judge Joe Don McGaugh in Missouri’s Eighth Judicial Circuit hangs in the balance as a commission has suggested a severe disciplinary action. The Eighth Judicial Circuit, inclusive of Carroll and Ray counties, could see McGaugh sidelined for six months without salary following allegations of unethical behavior. The Commission on Retirement, Removal, and Discipline delivered a formal notice of alleged misconduct to McGaugh in August, which triggered the investigative and judicial review process. McGaugh has acknowledged the accusations leveled against him and proposed his terms for … Read more