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crime21 days ago

Federal Court Handles New Charges in National Guard Shooting Case

The suspect in the fatal shooting of a National Guard member in Washington, D.C., has been transferred to federal court where the death penalty can be considered. Rahmanullah Lakanwal, an Afghan national, faces federal charges including first-degree murder while armed, with the case moving from D.C. Superior Court to ensure a thorough legal process for potential capital punishment. The attack resulted in the death of Army specialist Sarah Beckstrom and critically injured Staff Sgt. Andrew Wolfe.

via ABC News|
#crime#deathpenalty#federalcourt
entertainment1 year ago

Diddy Combs Withdraws Bail Appeal, Claims Jail Surveillance

Sean 'Diddy' Combs has withdrawn his appeal for bail release in a federal sex trafficking case, as per a court filing. Combs, who has been held at the Metropolitan Detention Center in Brooklyn since his September arrest, faces charges including sex trafficking by force and racketeering conspiracy. Despite his request for home confinement being denied multiple times due to concerns over potential danger and witness tampering, Combs has been granted access to a laptop to review evidence related to his case.

via ABC News|
#baildenial#entertainment#federalcourt
business1 year ago

Federal Judge Halts Biden's Overtime Pay Rule Nationwide

A federal judge has blocked a U.S. Department of Labor rule that would have increased the salary threshold for "white collar" overtime exemptions from $35K to $44K and then $59K, citing that the DOL exceeded its authority. The ruling reverts the threshold to $35K and halts automatic adjustments. The decision, influenced by a recent Supreme Court ruling against Chevron deference, may not be contested by the incoming Trump administration, leaving employers to reconsider their compensation strategies.

via Fisher Phillips|
#business#dol#federalcourt
crime1 year ago

"Flight Attendant Held in Custody for Allegedly Filming Minors in Airplane Bathrooms"

A 37-year-old American Airlines flight attendant, Estes Carter Thompson III, is being held without bail after being accused of attempting to secretly record a 14-year-old girl using an airplane bathroom and having recordings of four other minor female passengers. Thompson allegedly concealed his iPhone in the lavatory to record the girl and was arrested upon landing in Boston. The charges against him carry potential sentences of at least 15 years to 30 years in prison.

via CBS Boston|
#airplanebathroom#americanairlines#childexploitation
legalpolitics2 years ago

"Passive Jan. 6 Capitol Rioters Ruled Convictable for Disorderly Conduct"

The D.C. Circuit Court of Appeals ruled that individuals present in the Capitol during the January 6 riot can be convicted of disorderly conduct even if they were passive observers. The court emphasized that the context of an action determines whether it is disorderly, and even non-disruptive behavior can be considered such in certain settings. The ruling came as the court rejected an appeal by Russell Alford, who argued he was passively observing the events. Alford, found guilty of four misdemeanors, was sentenced to twelve months in prison, with the court stating his presence contributed to the delay in Congress's electoral certification process.

via Fox News|
##capitolriot#conviction
legalhealth2 years ago

Federal Court Exempts Texas ERs from Biden's Emergency Abortion Guidance Enforcement

A federal appeals court ruled that Texas emergency room doctors are not required to perform abortions, even if necessary to stabilize a patient, under the Biden administration's guidance. This decision supports Texas' stance that the state's abortion ban, which includes narrow exceptions to save a mother’s life or prevent serious bodily injury, takes precedence. The ruling blocks the enforcement of the federal guidance in Texas and against members of two anti-abortion medical associations in the U.S. This comes after the overturning of Roe v. Wade, which has led to a patchwork of state laws governing abortion rights.

via Fox News|
##abortionlaw#bidenadministration
legalhealth2 years ago

"Appeals Court Upholds Texas Abortion Restrictions, Defies Federal Guidance"

A federal appeals court ruled that Texas doctors and hospitals are not required to perform abortions under the Emergency Medical Treatment and Labor Act (EMTALA), contradicting the Biden administration's interpretation of the law. This decision highlights the ongoing legal battles over abortion access following the Supreme Court's overturning of Roe v. Wade. Abortion rights advocates criticize the ruling for potentially endangering women with life-threatening pregnancy complications, while antiabortion advocates view it as a victory against what they see as federal overreach. The ruling adds to the uncertainty faced by healthcare providers in states with restrictive abortion laws.

via The Washington Post|
##abortionrights#emtala
legalhealth2 years ago

"Federal Appeals Court Upholds Texas Abortion Restrictions, Blocks Biden's Enforcement Efforts"

A federal appeals court ruled that emergency rooms are not required to perform life-saving abortions if doing so would conflict with state law, despite federal guidance to the contrary. This decision comes after Texas sued the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services over guidance that reminded hospitals of their obligations under the Emergency Medical Treatment and Labor Act (EMTALA) to provide medically necessary abortions. The court's ruling supports Texas' position and maintains the state's strict abortion ban, which has led to confusion and reluctance among healthcare providers to perform abortions, even when the patient's life is at risk.

via The Texas Tribune|
##abortionrights#emtala
legalpolitics2 years ago

"California's Public Gun Ban Enacted as Appeals Court Overturns Temporary Injunction"

A federal judge in California has temporarily blocked a new state law that would have banned people from carrying guns in most public places, citing the Second Amendment. The law, which was set to take effect on January 1, was challenged after a recent U.S. Supreme Court decision that set a precedent for gun laws to align with historical firearm regulation. The judge's decision is expected to be appealed by California's Attorney General, and the case may eventually reach the U.S. Supreme Court. This ruling is part of a series of legal challenges against California's strict gun laws.

via MyMotherLode.com|
##californiagunlaw#federalcourt