The Czech Bar Association has requested punishment for Prague Municipal Court judge Jana Miklová, who instructed lawyers to submit objections and proposals only in writing after court sessions, drawing criticism from defense attorneys.

The preliminary hearing for singer D4VD, whose legal name is David Burke, continued with defense attorneys presenting fresh claims in court.

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A New Jersey woman accused of sexually abusing a two-year-old girl broke down in tears during court, with her defense attorney arguing that the incident captured on video was an 'innocent moment' that was 'overblown'.

Former footballer Dario Šimić and Neda Livljanić were released after arrest on suspicion of illegal permits for a camp in Tisno, with their attorney asserting no abuse of position or bribery occurred.

Prosecutor Lukas Krivickas discussed the charges against Justina Sadauskienė's father, while the suspect's lawyer, Stanislovas Butkevičius, urged not to interfere with the court proceedings.

Defense attorneys for Luigi Mangione are reportedly discussing a plea deal in the murder case of a healthcare executive, abandoning plans to argue extreme emotional disturbance.

Alex Murdaugh's defense attorney, Dick Harpootlian, has announced a strategy to dismantle the infamous kennel video evidence ahead of Murdaugh's new retrial.

Todd Blanche, a legal representative, claimed that the Biden-era Department of Justice probe was so extensive that even low-level Mar-a-Lago employees, including gardeners and aides, required criminal defense attorneys.

In Estonia, both police and a defense attorney agree that rules for disclosing wiretapping materials gathered by security agencies need an overhaul. Attorney Carri Ginter highlighted the current system's design makes reviewing such materials difficult, citing his need to travel to Pärnu to access records.

Alex Murdaugh's murder retrial is taking shape, with prosecutors considering the death penalty and defense attorneys pushing for a venue change and new jury rules.

The murder of paramedic Mantas Sadauskas is under investigation, described as a crime difficult to comprehend. His wife, Sadauskienė, is suspected in connection with the killing, and her defense attorney has filed a complaint.

A video reportedly shows the moment a gunman fired outside a correspondents' dinner, while defense attorneys for the alleged shooter have questioned the evidence in the case.

During the Wöginger trial, the defense attorney challenged the reliability of witness statements, particularly those made by Schmid. The defense emphasized the ethical imperative to avoid convicting i

Todd Blanche, Trump's acting Attorney General and former criminal defense attorney, defended the president's 'right' and 'duty' to investigate political opponents.

PSD deputies propose measures to prevent the carousel of lawyer resignations in the Sócrates case, aiming to give new defense attorneys more time to review processes without the statute of limitations counting.

41 DUI arrests made by a Tennessee trooper have been dismissed, with reports indicating that over half of the cases involved sober drivers, raising concerns among local defense attorneys.

Former President Trump shows no intention of staying out of legal matters, raising questions about the significance of preventing his former defense attorney, Todd Blanche, from becoming Justice Minister.

Nicaragua's leading political prisoners' defense attorney, Yonarqui Martinez, speaks about her battle with breast cancer and her ongoing hope for justice amidst Ortega's repression.

The defense attorney for Łukasz Żak, who was sentenced to 20 years in prison for causing a fatal accident on Trasa Łazienkowska, has announced an appeal, arguing the sentence is too harsh.

Todd Blanche, former criminal defense attorney for Donald Trump, is undergoing a high-stakes loyalty test as senators question his commitment to the rule of law versus his 'love' for Trump.

Defense attorneys for two clerics from the Avakoum monastery, monks Nektarios and Porfyrios, raised serious objections in court regarding the admissibility of several pieces of evidence presented by prosecutors.

Ómar Örn Bjarnþórsson, the defense attorney for Ming Ting Mancel, is demanding her acquittal on all charges brought against her by the state and that all legal costs be covered by the national treasury.

A self-styled investigator has questioned the financial status of Nancy Guthrie's kidnapper, following claims by an ex-FBI agent that a 'greatest defense attorney' would take the case.

During the Falzone trial, Antonino's defense attorney, Me Fabrice Guttadauria, argued for his acquittal on charges of failure to assist a person in danger, highlighting a gesture Antonino made to stop an ambulance.

Prosecutors and defense attorneys are previewing competing strategies ahead of Alex Murdaugh's retrial in South Carolina, with the defense teasing a new approach involving a jury fight and looming testimony.

Harvey Weinstein's defense attorneys have requested an acquittal as his rape retrial approaches a decision by the jury. This move comes at the conclusion of the proceedings, with the jury set to deliberate soon.

Experts in Estonia have voiced concerns that capping defense attorneys' fees would be an ineffective solution, despite the challenges of fully recovering legal expenses even after winning a court case.

Over 1200 lawyers have signed a petition against ethical proceedings initiated by the Aix-en-Provence prosecutor general against four defense attorneys involved in the 'DZ Mafia' trial, following several incidents during the proceedings.

A military defense attorney, Dvir, has been indicted on 10 counts including rape, attempted rape, and indecent acts, allegedly committed against 10 soldiers and recruits.

Defense attorneys in the Charlie Kirk murder case are seeking a closer review of evidence, emphasizing claims that the bullet fragment that killed him cannot be conclusively linked to the suspect's alleged rifle, citing inconsistencies in the evidence.

Defense attorneys for former Abercrombie & Fitch CEO Mike Jeffries are set to argue this week that he has dementia and could "blurt out" during his sex trafficking trial, following his not guilty plea to charges in 2024.

Poland is set to introduce a revolution in criminal procedure, making it easier for defense attorneys and more efficient through the use of electronic communication, with a draft amendment soon to be consulted.

Caleb Flynn, charged with the murder of his wife Ashley, and his defense attorney are raising concerns about the thoroughness of the investigation into her death.

Alex Murdaugh's defense attorneys are arguing that newly disclosed reserve DNA samples should be sent to Othram Inc. for independent SNP analysis before state analysis, fearing SLED's proposed STR testing could destroy them.

The trial for Tirana Mayor Erion Veliaj was postponed due to the absence of his defense attorney, Plarent Ndreca, who was subsequently fined 50,000 lek. Ndreca criticized the court for unilaterally imposing the pace and infringing on the right to independent defense, while a new attorney was appointed for the mayor.

Eric Swalwell's campaign accounts paid over $360,000 to attorney Sara Azari weeks after his resignation amid sexual abuse allegations that ended his career.

The Court of Appeals has upheld the life sentence for Ljupco Paleski in the double murder case of Vanja Gjorchevska and Panche Zezovski, while the father, Aleksandar Gjorchevski, will face a retrial. Paleski's defense attorney announced plans for international legal action regarding the Macedonian court's verdict.

The defense attorney for the mother of a six-year-old girl who drowned in a backyard pond in Ropaži municipality, Latvia, has filed an appeal against the Riga District Court's verdict, which sentenced the woman to one year and five months in prison for negligent actions.

A criminal defense attorney, known for defending dangerous criminals in Finland, shares his concerns about the increasing brutality of violence and its implications for the safety of ordinary Finnish citizens.

Defense attorneys for Robinson are asking Judge Tony Graf to prevent prosecutors from pursuing the death penalty as the court examines disputed evidence in the Charlie Kirk case.

Ken Paxton's former defense attorney from his impeachment trial has publicly endorsed James Talarico in the US Senate race. This endorsement marks a notable development in the political landscape.

Italian lawyers have announced a strike from June 8 to 12, with a national demonstration planned for June 11 in Perugia, following an incident where a defense attorney was intercepted while speaking with a client in prison.

Cardiologist Skúli Tómas Gunnlaugsson is demanding that murder charges against him be dismissed, as confirmed by his defense attorney.

Criminal defense attorney Jeremy Rosenthal advises job seekers never to answer questions about expected salary during an interview, as it can lead to a lower offer. He suggests redirecting the conversation instead.

Vassev's defense attorney, Bobi Spirkovski, criticized the mechanical reading of thousands of pages of economic and financial evidence, arguing it undermines efficiency, while Nuhi insists on reviewing all evidence.

In a high-profile Bitcoin case, programmer Tomáš Jiřikovský is required to find a new defense attorney because his current lawyer, Kárim Titz, has himself been accused in the same criminal matter, creating a conflict of interest.

For two days, the defense attorneys have spent a lot of time on what the court must consider before conviction in the murder of Jonas Aarseth Henriksen.

During the trial of alleged DZ Mafia leaders in Aix-en-Provence, France, defense lawyers filed a request for the recusal of an assessor following an incident between a defense attorney and the assessor.

Norway's economic crime unit, Økokrim, has requested prison sentences for two co-defendants of Lier-Hansen. The defense attorneys argue their clients trusted Lier-Hansen and cannot be blamed if he deceived Norsk Industri.

Judge In Kirk Murder Case Refuses To Disqualify Prosecutors Authored by Stacy Robinson via The Epoch Times, A judge ruled on Feb. 24 that a Utah deputy attorney general could continue prosecuting the man accused of murdering Charlie Kirk. Defense attorneys for Tyler Robinson, the accused shooter, had asked the judge in January to disqualify that member of the prosecution team—along with his entire office—after it was revealed that his daughter had been in the crowd when Kirk ...

Mark Friese, a criminal defense attorney from Fargo, has been appointed to the North Dakota Supreme Court.