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Trial Intensifies: Defense Seeks Dismissal in Fatal Distracted Driving Case in Tucson

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Tucson, Ariz. — The legal battle surrounding Jana Giron, accused of causing a fatal crash while allegedly distracted by her phone, moved forward as prosecutors concluded their presentation on Friday. Giron faces serious charges in a 2019 incident that resulted in the deaths of Caitlin Festerling, 21, and Paul Garcia, 22. The defense argued that Giron was unaware of the dangers posed by her actions and should not be held criminally responsible. They contended that the charges, particularly manslaughter, were not appropriate for the situation which they claimed was accidental and largely uncontrollable. Initially, Giron … Read more

Tucson Judge Denies Request for Jury in Transgender Sports Ban Case, Prolonged Legal Battle Continues

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Tucson, Arizona – Republican Tom Horne’s efforts to limit transgender girls’ participation in school sports teams faced another setback last week. A Tucson judge denied his request for a jury trial. Horne, the state’s public schools chief, had asked federal Judge Jennifer Zipps to allow a jury for the case. He argued that regular Arizonans would not make the same mistake as Zipps, who had temporarily blocked a 2022 law prohibiting trans girls from playing on teams that align with their gender identity. In response to Horne’s petition, Zipps concluded that the case did not … Read more