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Patrol
Family Suing L.A. County Over Deputy’s Suicide, Claiming Overtime Led to Death
Brad Gage, the attorney representing the Atilano family, is also representing Deputy Ryan Clinkunbroomer’s family in their similar wrongful death claim.
December 11, 2023
Patrol
Maryland Officer Acquitted of Murder in Shooting of Handcuffed Suspect
The jury acquitted Michael Owen Jr. of all four charges, including second-degree murder, first-degree assault, voluntary manslaughter and misconduct in office. It took the jury less than two hours of deliberations to deliver the not guilty verdict.
December 7, 2023
Point of Law
Parents of Slain L.A. County Deputy Sue Saying Overwork Put Him at Risk
The claim asserts that the fatigue resulting from these demanding work schedules impairs the deputies' ability to stay alert and respond effectively in the line of duty.
November 28, 2023
Deputy Ryan Clinkunbroomer was shot and killed in his patrol vehicle Sept. 16.
Point of Law
Relatives of Murdered California Family Sue Virginia Agency for Hiring Killer as Deputy
In a lawsuit filed Thursday in U.S. District Court in Central California, the teen’s aunt, Mychelle Blandin, sued the Washington County Sheriff’s Office and the killer’s estate for damages over negligent hiring.
November 20, 2023
Point of Law
Mistrial Declared in Former Officer’s Trial Over Breonna Taylor Shooting
On Thursday, the 12-person jury felt they could not honestly and reasonably reach a verdict, and they became deadlocked on both counts. Therefore the judge called a mistrial.
November 17, 2023
Patrol
Jury Recommends Death for Killer of Alabama Officer
A St. Clair County jury on Thursday convicted 31-year-old Tapero Carleone Johnson of capital murder. On Friday, that same jury recommended Johnson be sentenced to death.
November 7, 2023
Sgt. Stephen Williams of the Moody Police Department at a motel in 2020. His killer faces a possible death penalty.
Patrol
Colorado Officer Found Not Guilty in Trial Over In-Custody Death
Nathan Woodyard said he placed McClain in a recovery position, called medics and then trusted officers and paramedics to care for the man while he composed himself that August night in 2019.
November 7, 2023
Point of Law
Nashville Mayor Calls for Probe After School Shooter’s Manifesto Reportedly Leaks
The manifesto has not been officially released by law enforcement. Some news agencies have sued for access. The school and Covenant families are intervening in the lawsuit and seeking to prevent the city from releasing the records.
November 6, 2023
Point of Law
Former Memphis Officer Agrees to Plead Guilty in Tyre Nichols Case
Desmond Mills Jr. agreed to plead guilty to federal charges of excessive force and obstruction of justice, as well as related state charges related to death of Nichols in January, the Shelby County District Attorney’s Office said.
November 2, 2023
Desmond Mills Jr. agreed to plead guilty to federal charges of excessive force and obstruction of justice, as well as related state charges related to death of Tyre Nichols.
Point of Law
Judge Reinstates Murder Charge Against Former Philly Officer That Another Judge Dismissed
Defense lawyers argued the officer could have feared for his life because he thought the driver had a gun, and a municipal court judge dismissed the case last month for lack of evidence.
October 26, 2023
Patrol
Nevada DA Clears Officers in Fatal Shooting of Man After Chainsaw Attack at Motel
For reasons unknown, the suspect returned to threaten the staff with a running chainsaw. He then left the office, went to his room, made contact with the occupant who was still there, and swung the chainsaw towards him, causing him to flee.
October 19, 2023
Photo showing Ronal Zendejas with a chainsaw inside the front office of a Sparks, Nevada, Motel 6.
Point of Law
AL Officers Denied Qualified Immunity Over ID Refusal Arrest
The officers argued that Edger had violated an Alabama law that requires individuals to tell officers their name, address, and "an explanation of his actions," if there is a reasonable suspicion of a crime.
October 3, 2023
Point of Law
L.A. County Cities Sue to Postpone Zero Bail Polict
The new bail policy was imposed by court officials who argued that a defendant’s ability to pay bail should not be the key factor in determining whether they stay in jail after an arrest.
October 2, 2023
Point of Law
CA Correctional Deputy Charged with Trafficking Fentanyl
Along with the transportation count, the deputy is charged with possession of controlled substances for sale, along with sentence-enhancing allegations of perpetrating a drug-related offense while armed.
September 28, 2023
Patrol
Judge Dismisses OIS Murder Charge Against Former Philly Officer
Defense attorneys called the shooting justified. They said the officer thought the man had a gun and that bodycam footage shows the driver holding a knife by his right leg.
September 26, 2023
Patrol
Suspect Pleads Insanity in Ambush Murder of CA Deputy
During his arraignment on Wednesday, Kevin Salazar's attorney entered a plea of not guilty and a dual plea of not guilty by reason of insanity on his behalf.
September 21, 2023
Point of Law
Cashless Bail Goes into Effect in Illinois Monday, Ending Arrests for Misdemeanors
Anyone committing traffic violations, class B and C misdemeanors, petty business offenses or local ordinance violations will be cited and released.
September 15, 2023
Point of Law
Judge Blocks NM Governor’s Firearms Carry Ban
During a motion hearing Wednesday afternoon in Albuquerque on the cases, a judge granted a temporary restraining order, blocking enforcement of the governor's ban until Oct. 3.
September 13, 2023
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