prosecution
Coverage of prosecution in the Nexus archive.
- Killer nurse Lindsay Clancy speaks on record at murder trial to agree compromise that will make prosecution's case more straightforward
Nurse Lindsay Clancy spoke for the first time at her murder trial, agreeing to a compromise that simplifies the prosecution's case.
- The Outlandish Case Against James Comey
The prosecution's case against James Comey is described as 'outlandish' by a former federal judge, who stated it would be 'laughable' if not for its intent to 'deprive a man of his liberty.'
- First, a fatal crash. Then, missed court dates. Driver faces trial after years of delays
Breanna Gordon’s case involves a fatal crash and missed court dates, with the defense attributing delays to family crises and pandemic backlogs. The prosecution argues the driver avoided responsibility.
- Father of Georgia school shooter sentenced to 15 years in prison
The father of the Georgia school shooter was sentenced to 15 years in prison. This sentence concludes a series of prosecutions aimed at holding parents accountable for not preventing their children from committing mass shootings.
- How police responded after finding Melina Frattolin's body in Ticonderoga
Melina Frattolin's body was found in Ticonderoga, leading to a trial for Luciano Frattolin. Court proceedings included witness testimonies and evidence presentation regarding the circumstances of her death.
- Sudan: ICC Trial Chamber Terminates Case for Sudan War Crimes Against Former JEM Commander Abdallah Banda 'Without Prejudice'
The ICC Trial Chamber IV in The Hague terminated the case against former JEM commander Abdallah Banda, vacating his arrest warrant. The decision was made without prejudice to future cases against him.
- Judge visists, conducts hard drugs suspects’ trial at vast methamphetamine laboratory site in Ogun
A judge conducted the trial of methamphetamine suspects at a drug laboratory in Ogun. The prosecution claims the facility produced 2,419.48 kilograms of methamphetamine valued at over N480 billion.
- Threat to CM Vijay: Vilathikulam DMK MLA’s bail plea dismissed
The bail plea of a Vilathikulam DMK MLA was dismissed by the court. The prosecution argued the accused issued a serious threat to Chief Minister Vijay, justifying the rejection.
- Pothundy double murder: Chenthamara’s sentencing deferred to Monday
The sentencing for Chenthamara in the Pothundy double murder case has been postponed to Monday. Prosecution is requesting the death penalty, while the defense is seeking life imprisonment or lesser punishments.
- US slaps 25% tariffs on Brazil
The US imposed 25% tariffs on some Brazilian imports over alleged 'unfair' practices, a decision that could upend the country’s economy and politics. The tariffs are in response to the prosecution of former Brazilian president and his close ally, Jair Bolsonaro, and may weaken Bolsonaro’s son’s standing in the October presidential election, as seen in a previous instance when such tariffs boosted support for leftist incumbent Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva.
- BREAKING: Judge orders Adeyemi’s arrest in fake agency trial
A judge has issued an arrest warrant for Mr. Adeyemi following an oral application by the prosecution in a trial involving a fake agency.
- Uganda: Besigye Says He Was Brought to Court 'Under Duress'
Besigye claims he was brought to court under duress and appeared without legal representation. Prosecution accuses the defense of delaying the trial due to repeated lawyer absences, while the defense demands resolution of pending legal applications and evidence disclosure.
- Lawyers for man charged with killing Charlie Kirk question reliability of evidence
Lawyers for the man accused of killing Charlie Kirk plan to call a final witness to challenge the prosecution’s case. The defense aims to question the reliability of evidence presented by the prosecution.
- Accused in Abhimanyu murder case plea not guilty
The accused in the Abhimanyu murder case has pleaded not guilty. The case has been adjourned to July 24, when the prosecution will submit its list of witnesses and documentary evidence.
- Forgery Trial: Court grants Mike Ozekhome permission for six-week medical trip to UK
The court granted Mike Ozekhome permission for a six-week medical trip to the UK, adjourning his forgery and impersonation trial until 28 September. The prosecution did not oppose the request.
- Ex-CIA Director John Brennan seeks court order requiring records from investigations be preserved
John Brennan, former CIA director, sued the Trump administration seeking a court order to preserve records from investigations targeting him, arguing the records are essential for his defense against a potential indictment and to demonstrate a vindictive prosecution.
- Forgery Trial: Ozekhome secures prosecution’s backing for foreign travel bid, judge rules Thursday
Ozekhome has secured the prosecution's support for a foreign travel application, with a judge set to rule on Thursday. The prosecution failed to deposit the defendants' passports as part of bail conditions imposed in February, as revealed to the judge on Tuesday.
- Court convicts EMPEE’s Shaji Purushothaman in 2013 fatal drunk driving case
Shaji Purushothaman of EMPEE was convicted in a 2013 case where a 13-year-old boy was killed and five persons injured in a drunk driving accident. The prosecution alleged that none of the accused attempted to aid the injured.
- Criminal justice system’s digital push aims for a full roll-out by next year
The criminal justice system is rolling out ICJS, a digital platform integrating police, courts, prisons, forensics, and prosecution to enable end-to-end digital workflows. Data will be stored on the government-owned cloud platform MeghRaj, with a full rollout planned for next year.
- Hollywood director who stole $11M from Netflix gets 30 months in prison after Keanu Reeves testimony
A Hollywood director was sentenced to 30 months in prison for stealing $11 million from Netflix. The sentence was half of the prosecution’s recommended term, influenced by testimony from actor Keanu Reeves.
- Alleged teenager rape victim to testify against Abuja pastor, prosecution seeks witness protection
The prosecution has requested witness protection for a 14-year-old alleged rape victim to testify against an Abuja pastor. The application aims to facilitate her testimony in the case.
- 'Speeding' and unlicensed lorry driver who crushed British holidaymaker with 29-tonne truck in Barbados port escapes prosecution because it was not a public road, inquest hears
A speeding and unlicensed lorry driver in Barbados port fatally crushed a British holidaymaker. The driver escaped prosecution as the incident occurred off a public road, according to an inquest.
- Judges again call on prosecution to drop bribery charge from Netanyahu trial
Judges are urging the prosecution to drop a bribery charge from Netanyahu's trial. Netanyahu's attorney argues that conducting the trial five days a week would be like the Eichmann trial, and the prosecution agrees that daily hearings are nearly impossible.
- Timothy Busfield asks for child sex abuse indictment to be thrown out citing prosecution's presentation to grand jury
Timothy Busfield is requesting that a child sex abuse indictment against him be dismissed, citing the prosecution's presentation to the grand jury as grounds for the motion.
- Drug diversion schemes cut reoffending rates more than prosecution, study says
A study in England found that drug diversion schemes led by police reduced reoffending rates by a third compared to prosecution for drug possession. The analysis covered 13 police forces and over 62,000 incidents over four years.
- Veterans' fury after Al Carns 'betrayed' British war heroes 'who could now face prosecution'
Veterans are angry that Al Carns betrayed British war heroes, who may now face prosecution. The article highlights concerns about potential legal actions against the veterans.
- New Charlie Kirk assassination evidence set to be made public at bombshell court hearing, judge rules
A court hearing in July will reveal evidence against Tyler Robinson, the 23-year-old defendant accused of attempting to assassinate Charlie Kirk. Robinson's lawyers sought to block news cameras during the preliminary hearing.
- 'Crackdown' on water companies pumping sewage into Britain's waterways has failed to produce a single new prosecution
A crackdown on water companies pumping sewage into Britain's waterways has failed to result in any new prosecutions. The initiative aimed to address environmental violations but has not led to legal action against the companies involved.
- Former assistant to TV star Matthew Perry sentenced to 41 months in prison
Kenneth Iwamasa, a former assistant to TV star Matthew Perry, was sentenced to 41 months in prison as part of a prosecution involving five people linked to Perry's death from the drug ketamine.
- Nearly 300 illegal migrants with commercial licenses from NY and Calif. stopped, prosecuted in Indiana
Nearly 300 illegal immigrants operating trucks with commercial licenses from New York and California were stopped and prosecuted in Indiana over 90 days. Governor's aide Tony Ferraro highlighted the operation, noting over three individuals were intercepted daily at weigh stations.
- Widow, 86, who was prosecuted by the DVLA for a one-letter typo on her car insurance opens up about weeks of sleepless nights over fears of being branded a criminal
An 86-year-old widow was prosecuted by the DVLA for a one-letter typo on her car insurance, causing her weeks of anxiety and sleepless nights over fears of being labeled a criminal. The case highlights concerns about bureaucratic overreach and the disproportionate impact of minor administrative errors.
- Sainsbury's threatens shoplifters with prosecution if they are caught swapping premium eggs into cheaper boxes
Sainsbury's is threatening legal action against shoplifters who swap premium eggs into cheaper boxes to avoid paying higher prices. The supermarket chain aims to deter such theft by pursuing prosecution for this specific type of retail fraud.
- The Morning Poll: Should people be prosecuted for failing to prevent the Southport attack?
The article presents a poll questioning whether individuals should face prosecution for failing to prevent the Southport attack. It explores legal and ethical implications of holding people accountable for not stopping a terrorist incident.