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972mag.compolitics4 hrs ago
Eighth Circuit Upholds Firearm Conviction for Unlawful Marijuana User
The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eighth Circuit on July 13 upheld a conviction under 18 U.S.C. § 922(g)(3). The panel found the defendant's conduct during a 2023 gang fight in Des Moines presented a credible threat to safety.
ndtv.compolitics17 days ago
U.K. Draft Bill Sets Jail Terms for Conversion Therapy Practices
The equalities minister published draft legislation on Thursday that would criminalize certain practices aimed at changing a person's sexual orientation or gender identity. The bill outlines penalties of up to five years in prison and unlimited fines for conduct meeting three spe…
koreaherald.comworld18 days ago
EU Approves Directive Extending Time Limits for Child Sexual Abuse Cases
The European Union reached agreement on updated rules that set a minimum 32-year window for victims to report serious offenses and cover AI-generated material. The directive also raises penalties and adds offenses such as grooming and livestream access.
urbanmilwaukee.compolitics46 days ago
Supreme Court Rules Prisoner Innocence Claim Not Grounds for Compassionate Release
The court decided 8-1 that a prisoner's claim of innocence does not qualify as an extraordinary and compelling reason for early release. One justice dissented.
flipboard.compolitics56 days ago
Labour Considers Raising Criminal Responsibility Age to 14
The Ministry of Justice published a Youth Justice White Paper outlining proposals to raise the age of criminal responsibility in England and Wales. The document also includes plans to reduce the number of children in custody and change how youth records are disclosed.