Justice System
Coverage of Justice System in the Nexus archive.
- After death of 11-year-old Lyhanna, French public invited to courthouse voice anger at justice system
A public information meeting was held at the Meaux courthouse in Seine-et-Marne on June 17, 2026, to address public anger over the justice system's handling of violence against minors following the death of 11-year-old Lyhanna.
- California child predator caught after 10 months on the run: ‘We never stopped fighting’
A California child molester who disappeared before sentencing and remained a fugitive for nearly 10 months was recently captured. His arrest has drawn criticism of the justice system for allowing him to remain free after a guilty verdict.
- Killing of 11-year-old Lyhanna: 'People criticize the justice system for being slow, but the real issue is the resources it is given to move quickly'
An 11-year-old named Lyhanna was killed, prompting a critique of the justice system's speed due to insufficient resources. The case is being handled by the Auch judicial court as of June 7th, 2026.
- Lyhanna: lawyer for murdered French girl’s family calls for more justice system funding
A lawyer for the family of an 11-year-old French girl murdered and whose case sparked nationwide protests has called for increased funding for the justice system. The lawyer criticized the state's failure to address sexual violence against children, linking systemic under-resourcing to the tragedy.
- Ex-chief justice warns Israel sliding to ‘anarchy’ after Haredi riot at judge’s home
Esther Hayut warns Israel is sliding toward anarchy following a Haredi riot at a judge’s home. She states attacks on the justice system violate democratic principles and the rule of law, urging a return to 'sane behavior' as 'our lives depend on it'.
- Criminal-coddling NY pols: Letters to the Editor — June 5, 2026
New York politicians are criticized for allegedly coddling criminals in a letter to the editor. A reader discusses a friend of Ross Falzone's who attributes his death to failures in New York's justice system.
- The Memo: Trump battered by sea of self-inflicted troubles
President Trump faces multiple self-inflicted challenges as Memorial Day approaches, including the establishment of a $1.8 billion compensation fund for victims of alleged justice system 'weaponization,' which frustrates his party colleagues.
- Delivery driver who strangled woman to death in back of his work van after night out faces life in jail after murder conviction
A delivery driver has been convicted of murder after strangling a woman to death in his work van. The incident occurred after a night out and the driver now faces life in jail. The case is a serious crime with severe consequences.
- Controlling 'monster' who abused partner before she took her own life gets more jail time after his new girlfriend coached him to cry in court
A man who abused his partner before she took her own life has received more jail time. His new girlfriend had coached him to cry in court. The man's actions were deemed unacceptable and he was given additional prison time.
- Woman who was sexually assaulted by predatory solicitor jailed for abusing vulnerable clients reveals her brave battle to bring him to justice
A woman who was sexually assaulted by a predatory solicitor, known for exploiting vulnerable clients, has successfully brought him to justice. The solicitor was jailed for his crimes against defenseless individuals.
- World Press Photo announces Photo of the Year 2026
World Press Photo announced its 2026 Photo of the Year, an image capturing children's grief after losing their father in a location symbolizing justice. The photo highlights family separation caused by U.S. reform policies.
- Justice after nearly 20 years of hell for Andrew Malkinson who fought from jail to clear his name amid wrongful rape conviction as culprit enjoyed freedom
Andrew Malkinson spent nearly 20 years in jail for a wrongful rape conviction before finally clearing his name, while the actual perpetrator remained free. His case highlights the long-term personal and legal struggles of those wrongfully convicted.
- Serial sex offender is finally found guilty of rape - after the wrong man spent 17 YEARS in jail for crime he didn't commit
A serial sex offender was finally convicted of rape after another man spent 17 years in prison for a crime he did not commit, highlighting a significant miscarriage of justice. The wrongful conviction of the innocent man underscores systemic failures in the legal system.