All articles tagged with #contempt of court
Originally Published 6 months ago — by The Guardian
Florida's attorney general James Uthmeier was held in contempt of court for defying a court order that blocked enforcement of a strict immigration law, and he publicly boasted about his disobedience, highlighting a tense legal clash over immigration policies in Florida.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by Miami Herald
Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier was held in contempt of court for violating a restraining order against enforcing a law criminalizing undocumented immigrants, with the judge ordering him to file bi-weekly reports on arrests and warning of possible sanctions.
Originally Published 7 months ago — by Miami Herald
A Miami federal judge delayed a decision on whether to hold Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier in contempt for violating a court order related to a new state immigration law, with Uthmeier accused of instructing police to ignore the restraining order, raising concerns about legal authority and enforcement actions.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by POLITICO
Former Georgia election workers Ruby Freeman and Shaye Moss have asked a federal judge to hold Rudy Giuliani in contempt for repeating false claims about them counting fraudulent ballots in the 2020 election, despite a previous $148 million defamation judgment against him. Giuliani, who has declared bankruptcy, has been ordered not to repeat these claims but did so on his podcast, prompting the request for new penalties. The case is now with U.S. District Judge Beryl Howell, who may impose fines to ensure Giuliani's compliance.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Newsweek
Rudy Giuliani, former New York City mayor and Trump ally, faces potential jail time for contempt of court if he fails to comply with a federal judge's order to turn over his possessions in a defamation case involving two Georgia poll workers. Legal analyst Glenn Kirschner suggests jail is a possibility, though Fordham law professor Cheryl Bader believes it's unlikely initially. Giuliani, who owes significant damages for false election fraud claims, has been ordered to transfer assets including his apartment and luxury items. He is currently fundraising to cover legal expenses.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by CNN
Rudy Giuliani has been ordered by a federal judge to turn over valuable possessions, including a classic car and luxury watches, to Georgia election workers Ruby Freeman and Shaye Moss, whom he defamed after the 2020 election. Giuliani faces contempt sanctions if he fails to comply by next week. The court hearing revealed tensions, with Giuliani's lawyer accusing the plaintiffs of being vindictive, and Giuliani himself expressing frustration over the legal process. The case involves a $145 million judgment against Giuliani, which he claims is punitive and politically motivated.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by New York Post
Former President Donald Trump criticizes the "unfair" gag order in his hush money trial, arguing that he should be allowed to speak and defend himself. The judge has barred him from commenting on witnesses, jurors, and court staff, leading to potential contempt charges. Jury selection is nearing completion, with opening arguments scheduled for Monday. Trump faces charges of falsifying business records related to a payment to Stormy Daniels, which he vehemently denies, calling the case a "hoax" and criticizing the judge as biased.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The New York Times
Prosecutors in Donald J. Trump's criminal trial have accused him of violating a gag order seven times by making social media posts attacking witnesses and others involved in the case. The judge will consider the matter next week, as well as previous allegations of gag order violations. Trump's lawyers argue that his comments are political speech, while prosecutors argue that his posts risk inspiring violence or harassment. Earlier this week, prosecutors asked the judge to fine Trump $3,000 for three previous violations of the gag order.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Fox News
Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg filed a motion to hold former President Trump in contempt of court for allegedly violating a gag order by making social media posts about two known witnesses in his criminal trial. Bragg is seeking a warning for Trump and the possibility of up to 30 days of jail time for future violations. The posts in question relate to Michael Cohen and Stormy Daniels. Trump's trial marks the first criminal trial for a former U.S. president, with charges related to alleged hush money payments made to Daniels in 2016.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Texas Tribune
A federal judge has fined Texas health and human services officials $100,000 per day for failing to adequately investigate allegations of abuse and neglect in the state's foster care system. This decision comes after years of criticism and court orders to improve the system, with the judge citing "continued recalcitrance" in conducting thorough investigations. The fines will be lifted when the state demonstrates compliance, and a hearing on the matter is set for late June. The ruling sends a strong message about the urgent need to address the shocking evidence of neglect and abuse suffered by innocent children in the state's care.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Business Insider
Trump's legal team is challenging a gag order in his hush-money case, leading legal experts to warn that his continued defiance could result in jail time. Despite the order, Trump has made social media posts targeting the judge and his daughter, prompting a dispute over the order's scope. The judge is expected to address the issue and potential sanctions on Monday. Legal experts believe that Trump's actions may lead to a tighter gag order and potential criminal contempt charges, as he continues to push the limits with inflammatory remarks.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Associated Press
Manhattan prosecutors have accused Donald Trump of violating a gag order by attacking the judge's daughter on social media and making false claims about her. Trump's lawyers argue that the gag order does not prohibit him from commenting about the judge's daughter, a political consultant who has worked on campaigns for Trump's rival, President Joe Biden. The trial, involving allegations of falsifying payment records to cover up negative stories during his 2016 presidential campaign, is set to begin on April 15. The gag order bars Trump from making public statements about jurors, potential witnesses, or court staff, and a violation could result in contempt of court, fines, or jail time.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Associated Press
The owner of a firearms training center in Vermont, Daniel Banyai, has been arrested after a struggle with a town constable during a traffic stop. Banyai faces charges of resisting arrest and aggravated assault. This arrest comes after a long-running legal battle with the town over unpermitted structures on his property, leading to a contempt of court ruling. Banyai had been ordered to remove the structures and cease firearms training at the center, but failed to comply, resulting in multiple arrest orders and potential fines.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Associated Press
The owner of a controversial firearms training center in Vermont, Daniel Banyai, was arrested after a struggle with the town constable for failing to comply with court orders to remove unpermitted structures on his property. Banyai had been in a legal battle with the town over the Slate Ridge property, and a judge had ruled him in contempt of court for deliberately flouting court orders. The arrest comes after years of attempts by the town to get Banyai to remove the structures, and a bill was passed making it a crime to own or operate paramilitary training camps in the state in response to Slate Ridge.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by KXAN.com
The Texas Supreme Court issued a stay on the jail commitment order for Austin real estate developer Nate Paul, who was facing a 10-day jail sentence for contempt of court in a case involving money owed to The Mitte Foundation. The court's emergency order paused Paul's commitment to jail pending further order. The case involved allegations against Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton and accusations of Paul's repeated disobedience of court orders. Separately, Paul faces federal charges of making false statements to lenders and wire fraud, to which he has pleaded not guilty and is scheduled to go to trial in November.