Transport

Orleans Parish Sheriff Faces Contempt Ruling for Failing to Transport Inmates as Ordered

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NEW ORLEANS — Orleans Parish Sheriff Susan Hutson has been found in contempt of court following allegations that she failed to transport inmates to court as mandated. The ruling came after a contentious court hearing where Judge Tracey Flemings-Davillier addressed non-compliance with a June 18 order for weekend and holiday transports. During the hearing, it was clarified that the sheriff’s office did not facilitate the required transports that were supposed to begin last weekend. The sheriff’s argument centered around a staffing shortage, noting that an additional 12 deputies would be necessary to comply fully with … Read more

Judge Slams Sheriff Hutson with Contempt Charges Over Transport Mishaps

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A judge in Louisiana has charged Sheriff Hutson with contempt of court following ongoing issues related to the transport of inmates. This development has raised concerns about the sheriff’s handling of responsibilities within the justice system, prompting scrutiny regarding operational deficiencies. The case centers around repeated failures associated with inmate transportation, which have been cited as a significant factor in disrupting court proceedings. According to court records, these transport issues have resulted in numerous delays, thereby complicating the judicial process and affecting the rights of defendants. During a recent court session, the presiding judge expressed … Read more

Cyclist Sues After Being Hit by Ambulance, Then Billed for Emergency Transport

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Rainier, Ore. – A 71-year-old Oregon cyclist, struck by an ambulance while riding his bicycle, has now filed a lawsuit against the ambulance service, alleging negligence on their part, not only for the accident but also for subsequently billing him for the transport to the hospital. The October 2022 incident unfolded in Rainier, a small town straddling the Washington-Oregon border. William Hoesch, the cyclist involved, was reportedly hit by a vehicle operated by Columbia River Fire & Rescue. Despite the low-speed collision — estimated between 2 and 10 miles per hour — Hoesch sustained significant … Read more

New York City’s Lawsuit to Halt Migrant Transport Faces Uphill Battle in Court

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NEW YORK CITY (AP) — New York City’s attempt to halt the transportation of migrants into the city through a lawsuit against 17 bus companies may encounter legal obstacles, despite the excitement shown by some media outlets. The city is seeking $708 million in damages, accusing the bus companies of bringing over 33,600 migrants from Texas to Gotham in violation of Section 149 of the New York Social Services Law. According to the law, any person who brings a needy person from out of state into New York for the purpose of making them a … Read more