Ending the punishment of poverty: Supreme Court rules against high fines & civil asset...
On Wednesday, the court ruled the Eighth Amendment protects people from state and local authorities imposing onerous fines, fees and forfeitures to generate money.
Houston Police Chief vows to end no-knock raids
“The no-knock warrants are going to go away like leaded gasoline in this city.”
Former Deputy Police Chief sentenced to prison for excessive force and obstruction
"This case is a prime example of my commitment to hold accountable officers who threaten the mission of law enforcement by breaking the law.”
Victory: Federal court throws out Energy Transfer’s lawsuit against DAPL water protectors
"This is a huge victory not just for Greenpeace but for anyone and everyone who has ever stood up against powerful corporate interests."
California Attorney General sued to force disclosure of police misconduct files
Although the new police transparency law took place on January 1, Becerra refuses to provide records involving police misconduct that occurred before the law took effect.
Former LA County Sheriff faces 3yrs in prison after losing appeal
On Wednesday, a three-judge panel from the 9th Circuit Court of Appeals decided Lee Baca’s rights had not been violated during his trial – the appeals panel determined that the trial was fair and the conviction legally sound.
US sues Lockheed Martin and affiliates for alleged kickbacks at nuclear cleanup site
“This lawsuit demonstrates that the Department of Justice will work tirelessly to ensure that public funds are used for the important purposes for which they are intended.”
California cop on paid leave after detaining former Marine filming him
Vallejo police have begun an internal affairs investigation, and placed David McLaughlin on paid leave Monday.
Lights back on at NYC jail after hundreds protest, but prisoners still without heat...
Demonstrators rallied throughout the weekend to protest the conditions at the Metropolitan Detention Center, which is run by the Bureau of Prisons.
CHP officers suspended for taking $360K in fake overtime pay
“This ongoing investigation serves as a reminder to us all of the important bond of trust we share with the public we serve and the importance of carrying out our duties with the integrity expected of our profession.”