The landmark ruling by the UK Supreme Court could trigger multiple legal challenges by men convicted of sexual offences.

The Supreme Court hears three cases about whether the First Step Act applies to certain circumstances for reducing sentences.

When Jeffery Swan took office as a Yakima County Superior Court judge in 2021, he set his sights on establishing a veterans ...

A judge's finding that a Maine prosecutor engaged in “bad faith” for failing to turn over evidence in a timely manner was a rare rebuke for something that Maine criminal defense attorneys say happens ...

A grieving woman left bedbound and battling mental health struggles after the death of her mother has been convicted of not ...

The ANC faces renewed scrutiny over its 'step-aside' rule following Police Minister Senzo Mchunu's refusal to step aside amid serious allegations.

Trials delayed until 2030, victims and defendants’ lives on hold, buildings without running water. Courts correspondent ...

At issue is whether judges have the authority to order pay increases for private attorneys who represent the poor when that ...

A group of prominent defense lawyers across the country have joined an effort to fix what they see as a fundamental imbalance ...

A groundbreaking investigation is set to revisit thousands of dismissed grooming gang cases across Britain, promising a ...

One of the laws that went into effect on Saturday will make the process of getting justice easier for victims of domestic violence. 'Charlie's Angels' star Jaclyn Smith marks 80th birthday as fans ...