345.73 – Criminal law of the United States

  • Diddy’s Legal Team Maintain He’s Innocent, Differentiates Case From R. Kelly and Epstein

    Sean “Diddy” Combs’ legal battle took a significant turn as a judge denied his bail request a second time, remanding the music mogul to custody pending trial on charges of racketeering conspiracy and sex trafficking. The charges, which have sent shockwaves through the entertainment industry, have prompted a strong defense from Diddy’s legal team, led…

  • Judge Recounts Viral Attack In Her Courtroom During Trial Of Murder Suspect

    Clark County District Court Judge Mary Kay Holthus became emotional as she faced the man who attacked her earlier this year during his attempted murder trial. The traumatic incident occurred on January 3, when defendant Debra Redden lunged at the judge in court, knocking her into a wall with such force that her shoes were…

  • Pakistan National with Ties to Iran Indicted Over Assassination Plot Against US Government Officials

    A Pakistani national with connections to Iran has been federally indicted in New York for orchestrating a murder-for-hire plot targeting U.S. government officials. The U.S. Department of Justice announced the charges on Tuesday, highlighting the severity of the plot and the international ties of the accused. Asif Merchant, the accused, initially contacted a confidential source…

  • Actor Akili McDowell Charged with Murder in Houston Shooting

    Akili McDowell, known for his roles in the television series “David Makes Man” and “Billions,” has been arrested and charged with murder in connection with a fatal shooting last month. The incident occurred on July 20 in the parking lot of an apartment complex in Houston, where 20-year-old Cesar Peralta was shot and killed, according…