What Will Incarceration Be Like in 30 Years?
It is difficult to make definitive predictions about the state of incarceration in the year 2050, as it will depend on a number of factors, including changes in crime rates, advances in technology, and shifts in political and social attitudes. However, based on current trends and developments, there are a few potential scenarios that could […]
Federal Judge Blocks California’s Restriction on Handgun Sales
A federal judge has blocked California’s attempt to restrict handgun sales, ruling that the law violates the Second Amendment. The law, known as the California Handgun Roster, required all handguns sold in the state to be approved by the state’s Department of Justice. The law was designed to prevent the sale of handguns that were […]
Donald Trump Found Liable for Sexual Abuse and Defamation
On May 9, 2023, a New York jury found former President Donald Trump liable for sexually abusing and defaming E. Jean Carroll. The jury awarded Carroll $5 million in damages. Carroll, a former advice columnist, accused Trump of raping her in a dressing room of the Bergdorf Goodman department store in Manhattan in the mid-1990s. […]
Merrick Garland’s Memorandum on Mandatory Minimum Sentences
On January 20, 2023, Attorney General Merrick Garland issued a memorandum to all United States Attorneys, outlining new policies regarding the use of mandatory minimum sentences in federal criminal cases. The memorandum directs prosecutors to exercise greater discretion in charging decisions and to avoid charging mandatory minimum offenses absent aggravating factors. The memorandum is a […]
California’s Prison Overcrowding Crisis
California’s prison overcrowding crisis has been a persistent problem for decades, affecting both inmates and staff, as well as having a profound impact on the state’s economy and criminal justice system. The issue has only been exacerbated by a rapidly growing population, tough-on-crime policies, and an inability to effectively address the root causes of the […]
Is Mail Theft a Federal Crime?
Mail theft, also known as mail tampering or mail piracy, is a serious crime that is punishable under both state and federal laws. The United States Postal Service (USPS) is responsible for investigating mail theft and works closely with local law enforcement agencies. Under federal law, mail theft is considered a felony and is punishable […]
Cooperating with the Government While Under Federal Indictment
Cooperating with the government when under federal indictment is a complex and often difficult decision that defendants must make in the federal criminal justice system. In general, cooperating with the government means providing information, testimony, or other assistance to the authorities in the investigation and prosecution of a criminal case. For defendants who are facing […]
What is Acceptance of Responsibility in a Federal Criminal Case?
Acceptance of responsibility is a concept that is often considered in the context of federal criminal cases. Essentially, it refers to the idea that a defendant acknowledges and takes responsibility for their actions and the consequences that result from them. In the federal criminal justice system, acceptance of responsibility can play a significant role in […]
