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New York Law Journal

Court of Appeals Expands the Co-Conspirator Exception

In his Criminal Law and Procedure column, Barry Kamins discusses a case of first impression in which the New York Court of Appeals expanded the co-conspirator's exception to the hearsay rule. The court held that, subject to certain conditions, a statement made by a co-conspirator of a defendant, prior to the defendant's joining the conspiracy or after the defendant's active involvement has ceased, is admissible when offered to prove the conspiracy or the object crime.
15 minute read

New York Law Journal

Rikers Review Panel Calls for Closure, Court Reforms

The commission calling for the closure of New York City's sprawling jail complex on Rikers Island said meaningful reforms to criminal justice in the city should include changes in the courts, including expedited handling of cases and additional diversion programs.
15 minute read

The Recorder

In re Bundy

By | March 31, 2017
6 minute read

The Recorder

People v. Mendoza

By | March 31, 2017
5 minute read

The Recorder

A.T. v. Superior Court (People)

By | March 31, 2017
5 minute read

The Recorder

People v. Smith

By | March 31, 2017
4 minute read

New York Law Journal

Lawyer Facing Wire Fraud, Tax Evasion Charges

A Nassau County elected official who is of counsel to Rivkin Radler was arraigned on March 31 on federal wire fraud and tax evasion charges for allegedly defrauding his former employer, another Long Island-based firm.
7 minute read

National Law Journal

Michele Roberts Still Haunted by Decades-Old Murder Case, Now at Supreme Court

The U.S. Supreme Court on Wednesday revisited the 1985 trial of 10 young gang members for the killing of a mother of six, a trial and case that one of the lead defense lawyers said she has been unable "to shake from my conscience."
17 minute read

The Legal Intelligencer

Amid Money Troubles, Seth Williams Retains New Lawyer

Philadelphia District Attorney Seth Williams has found a new lawyer to replace Michael J. Diamondstein, his current attorney who has been trying to get out of the case over concern that Williams is unable to pay him.
4 minute read

Daily Business Review

South Florida Man Sentenced in Real Estate ID Theft Fraud

Kesner Joaseus did brisk real estate rental business across South Florida, except federal prosecutors say the properties weren't his to rent.
4 minute read

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