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Twin Cities Attorney Analyzes New DOJ Directive to Prosecute Non-Compliant Immigration Law Enforcers

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Minneapolis, MN — A new directive from the U.S. Department of Justice is causing a stir among law enforcement circles. The three-page federal memorandum instructs authorities to prosecute law enforcement officials who refuse to enforce immigration laws. This major policy shift emphasizes the federal government’s current stance on immigration enforcement and the consequences for non-compliance. The memo outlines specific prosecutorial actions against those who hinder the enforcement of immigration laws. This includes local and state law enforcement officials who have been known to adopt sanctuary policies, which limit cooperation with federal immigration authorities. Officials at … Read more

Jury Deadlocked in Twin Murder Case Involving Mother and Daughter, Convicts Suspect on Minor Charge Alone

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Chattanooga, TN – A Criminal Court jury on Saturday announced it was unable to reach a unanimous decision on whether Gabriel Boykins, a 49-year-old man, was guilty of murdering a mother and her daughter. After over seven hours of deliberations, the jurors only found Boykins guilty on a lesser charge of tampering with evidence, leaving the community unsettled about the brutal double homicide. Tamara Church, 40, and her daughter, Aquarious Church, 8, were last seen alive on May 17, 2020, before their bodies were discovered weeks later, discarded in a wooded area near a church … Read more

High-Speed Chase in Rochester Ends in Conviction for Twin Cities Woman

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Rochester, MN — A woman from the Twin Cities area has been convicted on a felony charge after leading police on a high-speed chase in Rochester nearly two years ago. The incident, which endangered local residents, culminated in a guilty verdict for 31-year-old Mickela Joy Vrendenburg. The police pursuit began in September 2022, when Rochester officers, intending to serve Vrendenburg a felony arrest warrant, noticed her leaving a known address in a vehicle with a malfunctioning taillight. Despite attempts by an officer to stop her, Vrendenburg accelerated her vehicle to about 50 mph through a … Read more

District IV – Twin Falls Welcomes Fresh Leadership with Appointment of New Judge

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TWIN FALLS, Idaho – A new judge has been appointed in District IV, bringing fresh perspectives to the local legal system. The addition of a new judge aims to strengthen the judiciary and improve the administration of justice in Twin Falls, Idaho. With the appointment of the new judge, the court hopes to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of its operations. The judge will contribute to the resolution of cases and the fair treatment of all involved parties. This appointment reflects a commitment to maintaining a robust and impartial judicial system. The decision to appoint … Read more