Category: Law

Their complete lack of contrition and remorse borders on pathological,” New York County Supreme Court Judge Arthur Engoron wrote. “Defendants did not commit murder or arson. They did not rob a bank at gunpoint. Donald Trump is not Bernard Madoff. Yet defendants are incapable of admitting the error of their ways.” A New York state […]

Dauphin County Magisterial District Judge Sonya M. McKnight, 57, is facing a case of modus operandi this week. However, the suspect showing the alleged pattern of criminal conduct is herself. McKnight is accused of shooting her ex-boyfriend in the head while he slept. The shooting took place five years after McKnight was cleared in the […]

Two dominant features characterize American democracy today: endless war and suppression of domestic dissent. When the Cold War ended, the United States had the opportunity to become, as Jeane Kirkpatrick described it, “a normal country in a normal time.” Instead, the United States promptly sent half a million soldiers to the faraway Middle East to […]

As America celebrates and commemorates Black History Month, it’s important to remember exactly how Black Americans have been disproportionately impacted by the criminal justice system in our country. From the crack vs. cocaine sentencing disparities to the fact that Black Americans are on average four times as likely to be wrongfully convicted of a serious […]

In the vast digital landscape, LinkedIn stands as a pivotal platform for legal professionals seeking not just to highlight their expertise but to significantly enhance their career trajectory. Through strategic engagement, thoughtful content creation, and a commitment to professional growth, attorneys can leverage LinkedIn to develop a compelling digital presence that attracts clients, fosters meaningful […]

EMERGENCY DOCKET By Amy Howe on Feb 15, 2024 at 10:27 am Smith’s filing came six days before the deadline that the court had set for him to respond. (Anthony Quintano via Flickr) Telling the Supreme Court that the crimes with which former President Donald Trump has been charged “strike at the heart of our […]

Have you ever thought that it would be interesting to be a member of the School’s faculty? To write, teach, and consult about criminal law and procedure? And to do so with a focus on applied scholarship that makes a real difference? Then you might be interested in the job described later in this post. […]