Law enforcement authorities have reportedly charged three people with capital murder in an alleged murder-for-hire case in which a McKinney man was killed. Those who have been charged include the victim’s wife, her friend and the alleged shooter.
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Celebrity Justice Again? Kerry Kennedy Found Not Guilty
When a celebrity is charged with a crime, it becomes a newsworthy story because of the person’s status, and because we think the person should know better. When the same celebrity is acquitted, we may think that celebrity justice is afoot.
Darren Sharper Pleads Not Guilty to Drug, Rape Charges
Former NFL safety Darren Sharper is embroiled in criminal allegations that he drugged and raped several women in four different states. He recently was arrested and charged in Los Angeles in connection with alleged crimes involving two women that he reportedly met in a West Hollywood nightclub.
Will ‘celebrity Justice’ Be Served in Justin Bieber’s Dui Case?
Justin Bieber will reportedly return to Miami Beach on March 3. No, he doesn’t have a concert or celebrity club appearance scheduled (as far as we know).
Josh Brent Convicted of Intoxication Manslaughter
In our last post, we highlighted the progress of the prosecution of Josh Brent, the former Dallas Cowboys defensive tackle who was involved in the crash that killed his friend and former teammate, Jerry Brown in December 2012. Brent was charged with intoxication manslaughter for his part in the crash, as prosecutors argued that his blood alcohol level (alleged to be .18) was the principal cause of the accident.
Dallas Cop Arrested, Faces Family Violence Charge
It is somewhat ironic when police officers are arrested and charged with crimes. After all, law enforcement officers are charged with enforcing the laws that we all live by.
Presidential Pardon for Eight Federal Inmates
U.S. Attorney General Eric Holder made headlines in August when he announced wholesale changes in how federal prosecutors will handle low-level drug offenses; particularly those involving possession and small-time dealers. The rationale behind the change was that the past approach was not working in terms of deterring potential offenders, and had only resulted in increasing prison costs while destroying communities.
Travis County DA Faces Ouster from Office After DWI Conviction
In April, Travis County District Attorney Rosemary Lehmberg was arrested and charged with driving while under the influence of alcohol. The arrest, while surprising and painfully ironic, was not the only thing that made headlines.
Knockout Game Worrying Police
Texas residents may be concerned to hear about a new and disturbing trend that is spreading throughout the nation and has law enforcement alarmed. Called knockout, the objective of this so-called game is to manage to knock a person out with one blow
Police Officer Accused of Insurance Fraud
Police officers are charged with enforcing the laws we live by, whether it be traffic rules or laws prohibiting fraud. Because of this, it is a troubling irony when a police officer is accused of a crime.