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us-crime-and-justice9 days ago•212 min saved

Utah judge lets prosecutors stay on Charlie Kirk shooting case amid recusal bid

A Utah County judge declined to recuse the Utah County Attorney’s Office over a lead prosecutor’s child attending the Turning Point USA event where Charlie Kirk was shot, ruling the attendance did not materially influence prosecutors’ decisions. The court allowed the death-penalty case against Tyler Robinson to proceed, noting the prosecutors have no plans to call the child as a witness. The defense argued that the office’s handling of the potential conflict showed bias, but Judge Tony Graf said there was no appearance of bias and kept the office in charge. If needed, the defense can subpoena the child, and Robinson’s preliminary hearing is scheduled to begin May 18 over a multi-day proceeding.

via CNN|

#charlie-kirk #death-penalty #recusal

sports1 month ago•2 min saved

NCAA Recusal Push Sees Tuscaloosa Judge Withdraw From Bediako Case

The NCAA won a bid to have Tuscaloosa County Circuit Court Judge James Roberts recused from the Charles Bediako case over concerns about impartiality tied to his Alabama ties; Bediako’s lawyers did not oppose the move and stressed the court’s fairness, while a new Tuscaloosa County judge will be assigned to reschedule the injunction hearing as the eligibility dispute continues following a TRO extension.

via On3|

#alabama #charles-bediako #ncaa

sports1 month ago•2 min saved

NCAA moves to recuse Alabama-linked judge from Bediako eligibility case

The NCAA has filed a motion seeking Tuscaloosa Circuit Court Judge James Roberts, who is listed as an Alabama donor, to recuse himself from the Charles Bediako eligibility lawsuit after Roberts previously granted 10-day TROs; no ruling or new hearing date has been set, while Bediako has debuted for Alabama and the team faces upcoming games.

via On3|

#alabama #charles-bediako #eligibility

crime4 months ago•1 min saved

Judge Recuses Herself from Mark Sanchez Stabbing Case

An Indiana judge recused herself from the criminal case against former NFL quarterback Mark Sanchez, which involves charges of battery and misdemeanors related to an altercation in Indianapolis. The case has been reassigned, with a pretrial conference scheduled for October and a jury trial tentatively set for December.

via NBC Sports|

#crime #criminal-case #indiana

politics1 year ago•0 min saved

Justice Gorsuch Recuses from Uinta Basin Railway Supreme Court Case

Supreme Court Justice Neil Gorsuch has recused himself from a case that could potentially benefit a Colorado billionaire, highlighting the importance of impartiality in judicial proceedings.

via The New York Times|

#billionaire #colorado #justice-gorsuch

legal-news1 year ago•3 min saved

NY Prosecutors Push to Extend Trump's Gag Order Amid Threats

New York's Chief Judge Rowan Wilson recused himself from Donald Trump's gag order appeal due to ethical concerns over the representation of Justice Juan Merchan by the Office of Court Administration, which Wilson oversees. The Court of Appeals rejected Trump's automatic appeal, and Wilson's recusal, along with Judge Caitlin Halligan's, leaves only five judges to decide if Trump's discretionary appeal will be heard. This recusal could impact the outcome of Trump's criminal case, especially given Wilson's history of supporting criminal defendants' rights.

via The Journal News|

#chief-judge-rowan-wilson #donald-trump #gag-order

politics1 year ago•7 min saved

Controversies Surrounding Justice Alito: Flags, Ethics, and Recusal Demands

Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito has provided conflicting accounts regarding politically charged flags flown outside his homes, which has led to criticism and calls for his recusal from certain cases. Alito claims his wife was responsible for the flags, citing a neighborhood dispute as the reason, but police records and neighbor testimonies contradict his explanations. The motivations behind the flags, particularly an upside-down American flag and an "Appeal to Heaven" flag, remain unclear, raising questions about potential political bias.

via The Washington Post|

#controversy #flags #politics

legal-news1 year ago•4 min saved

"Judge's Israel Trip Raises Questions in Gaza Case"

Plaintiffs suing the Biden administration over Gaza policy have requested the recusal of Judge Ryan Nelson from their case due to his participation in a World Jewish Congress-sponsored trip to Israel, which they argue was intended to influence U.S. judicial opinion on Israeli military actions. The 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals is set to hear arguments next week, and the plaintiffs have filed an emergency motion for recusal, citing ethical concerns. Legal experts are divided on whether recusal is necessary.

via The Intercept|

#biden-administration #federal-judge #gaza

opinion1 year ago•0 min saved

Chief Justice Roberts Refuses Meeting Amid Alito Ethics Controversy

Justice Samuel Alito has responded to critics demanding his recusal in certain cases, as highlighted in an editorial cartoon by Ann Telnaes.

via The Washington Post|

#criticism #editorial-cartoon #justice-alito

politics1 year ago•1 min saved

Chief Justice Roberts Rejects Ethics Meeting, Alito Recusal in Jan. 6 Cases

Chief Justice John G. Roberts Jr. declined requests for Justice Samuel A. Alito Jr. to recuse himself from Jan. 6 cases, stating that individual justices decide on recusal issues. Roberts also refused to meet with Democratic senators to discuss Supreme Court ethics, citing concerns about separation of powers and judicial independence.

via The New York Times|

#john-roberts #judicial-ethics #politics

legalethics1 year ago•2 min saved

Alito Faces Scrutiny Over Flag Controversy and Recusal Issues

Legal ethicists are questioning Justice Samuel A. Alito Jr.'s decision not to recuse himself from two Jan. 6 cases, despite flags associated with the "Stop the Steal" movement being displayed outside his house. Alito explained that the flags were flown by his wife, not him, but experts remain unconvinced by his rationale. This controversy adds to ongoing concerns about ethics and political influence within the Supreme Court.

via The New York Times|

#ethics #jan-6-capitol-attack #legalethics

politics1 year ago•1 min saved

"Raskin: DOJ Can Mandate Alito, Thomas Recusals in Jan. 6 Cases"

Rep. Jamie Raskin argues that the Department of Justice can compel Supreme Court Justices Clarence Thomas and Samuel Alito to recuse themselves from Jan. 6-related cases due to potential biases, citing constitutional and federal statutes.

via The Hill|

#doj #ethics #jan-6-capitol-attack

politics1 year ago•2 min saved

Justice Alito Rejects Recusal Amid Flag Controversy

Justice Samuel A. Alito Jr. has refused to recuse himself from two Supreme Court cases related to the Jan. 6 Capitol attack, despite reports of provocative flags flown at his homes. Alito stated that the flags, which appeared to support the "Stop the Steal" movement, were displayed by his wife and not by him. The decision has raised concerns about potential bias in the cases, which involve former President Donald Trump and charges against Capitol rioters.

via The New York Times|

#flags #jan-6-attack #politics

opinion1 year ago•2 min saved

Chief Justice Roberts Refuses to Discuss Alito Recusal Controversy with Democrats

Jamie Raskin argues that Justices Alito and Thomas should be forced to recuse themselves from Jan. 6 cases due to potential conflicts of interest, suggesting that the U.S. Department of Justice can petition the other justices to mandate their recusal as a matter of law.

via The New York Times|

#donald-trump #ethics #jan-6-cases

politics1 year ago•6 min saved

Justice Alito Refuses Recusal Amid Flag and Jan. 6 Controversies

Justice Samuel Alito has refused to recuse himself from Supreme Court cases involving former President Donald Trump despite calls from congressional Democrats. The controversy centers around two flags that flew outside his homes, which Democrats argue create an appearance of impropriety. Alito maintains that the flags were flown by his wife and had no political or ideological significance, asserting that the incidents do not meet the standard for recusal.

via CBS News|

#flag-controversy #jan-6-cases #politics