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Don’t do the crime if you can’t do the time; a look into all aspects of a guilty verdict from the burden of proof to conviction to the judge’s sentence and more.
What Do Chicago Appeal Lawyers Do Differently?
Appeals in Illinois are a distinct and highly technical area of law that demands specialized expertise. The Illinois appellate system operates under strict procedural rules, aggressive deadlines, and a body of case law that shapes outcomes in ways trial attorneys may not fully anticipate. Chicago appeal lawyers who focus exclusively on appellate work bring a level of precision and strategic focus that is essential to succeeding at this stage of litigation.
By Michael Wilson9 days ago in Criminal
SWAT Raid Near Nancy Guthrie’s Home Leads to Three Detentions
Three individuals were detained late Friday night after a coordinated SWAT operation unfolded in a Tucson neighborhood just miles from the home of missing 84-year-old Nancy Guthrie, marking one of the most significant developments in the investigation since her disappearance nearly two weeks ago.
By Lawrence Lease12 days ago in Criminal
Valentine's Day Murder in Ft. Myers
Valentine’s Day has long been observed as the day of love. Couples around the country go the extra mile to show their significant other how much they mean. It’s also a day when countless murders have occurred. In my opinion, murder on Valentine’s Day is more personal and sends a deeper message than murders committed on other days of the year.
By Criminal Matters13 days ago in Criminal
The Death of Kendrick Simpson. Content Warning.
The scream for blood grew louder as the date approached for one, Kendrick Simpson. An insult to his hat starts the end of his life. The clock ticked down on a man who has had time to sit and think about the figurative sword that has dangled above his head for all these years. Since his convictions in 2007, a murderer has reflected on his actions. A sword that fell in the mid-morning hours of February 12, 2026.
By Cassie Moore13 days ago in Criminal
Everything You Need To Know About the Nancy Guthrie Disappearance
It began the way most evenings do — dinner with family, a ride home, a garage door rolling up, then down. Nothing dramatic. Nothing ominous. Just the quiet rhythm of an 84-year-old woman ending her night.
By Lawrence Lease15 days ago in Criminal
What Happened in the Tumbler Ridge Shooting
**What Happened in the Tumbler Ridge Shooting** On February 10, 2026, a devastating mass shooting occurred in the small town of Tumbler Ridge, British Columbia, Canada. The attack took place at Tumbler Ridge Secondary School, serving students from grades seven through twelve. Around 1:20 p.m., authorities received reports of an active shooter inside the school. Residents were instructed to stay indoors while police responded. The shooting resulted in ten fatalities, including the alleged shooter, and over twenty-five people were injured, marking it as one of the deadliest school shootings in recent Canadian history.
By America today 16 days ago in Criminal
Michael Dewayne Smith. Content Warning.
Michael Dewayne Smith was only 19 years old when he was called an “urban terrorist” by the district attorney. Smith was a kid from Del City, Oklahoma, Folks, he was barely out of his family home. He had been a kid who grew up in a gang culture that was hard to escape, even in a city in Oklahoma.
By Cassie Moore16 days ago in Criminal
