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Former Deputy Prime Minister Evangelos Venizelos emphasized that issues regarding the rule of law, like wiretapping, cannot be wished away by the government, following a court's ruling on related convictions.

Lawyers for Sylvia and Nourredin Bongo challenge the legitimacy of the prosecutor following their conviction for embezzlement.

The Brazilian Supreme Court has unanimously convicted the Brazão brothers for their roles in the assassination of councilwoman Marielle Franco, amidst a broader discussion of political violence in Brazil.

A 52-year-old lawyer, Carlos Humberto Ramos Lauton, was arrested in Bahia after being a fugitive due to convictions for embezzlement.

The Knesset has passed a law allowing employers to request police checks on job candidates' criminal records regarding terrorism convictions, pending the candidate's written consent.

The majority of Justices on the First Panel of Brazil's Supreme Court voted to reject appeals from seven defendants involved in the 2022 coup attempt.

Hytalo Santos and his partner Israel Vicente plan to appeal their convictions related to the sexual exploitation of minors in Brazil.

The morning news covers various topics including a controversial PF decision, debt relief event, severe weather, criminal convictions, domestic violence, and a new substance discovery.

A 25-year-old man in São Luís, Brazil, was arrested after being captured on security cameras handling a firearm, despite his previous convictions for robbery and bodily injury.

A Hong Kong court has upheld the convictions of pro-democracy activists involved in a prominent national security law case.

A Paris court is set to review Nicolas Sarkozy's request to combine sentences from separate graft and illegal campaign financing convictions.

A Guardian analysis reveals that 77% of immigrants facing deportation proceedings in 2025 in the US had no criminal convictions, contradicting the Trump administration's claims of targeting 'the worst of the worst.'

Cristina Kirchner marked her 73rd birthday while embroiled in legal battles related to her overdue debts and restrictions stemming from her recent judicial convictions.

ICE has arrested an Iranian national, Shayan Kahhal, with previous sex crime convictions, following a recent move by Virginia Democrats to limit cooperation with immigration authorities.

The article discusses the legal challenges surrounding Jeffrey Epstein's case, highlighting his prior convictions and the serious charges filed against him before his death.

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni criticized politicized judges for hindering the government's immigration policies regarding an Algerian citizen with multiple convictions.

An Italian court has convicted four individuals in a scam involving fake work and study permits linked to immigration from Bangladesh.

The article discusses the outrage over a judge's decision to not deport an Algerian immigrant with 23 convictions, including violent crimes against women, citing the immigrant's right to family visits.

Four men have been sentenced to life in prison for the murder of Urim Gjabri in Adelaide after their earlier convictions were overturned.

Don Alì, whose real name is Said Alì, faces a five-year prison sentence following his convictions for robbery and threats, while also bracing for a trial related to an attack against a teacher.

Former President Yoon Seok-youl and Kim Geun-hee are spending the Lunar New Year together in prison for the second time due to their respective convictions.

The Supreme Federal Court's First Panel reviews appeals from seven defendants accused of involvement in the 2022 coup attempt, with Minister Alexandre de Moraes voting to uphold their convictions.

ICE reported that nearly half of the 1.6 million illegal immigrants with final deportation orders in the US have criminal convictions.

Benjamin Netanyahu is seeking to revoke the Israeli citizenship of two Palestinian men convicted of terrorism-related offenses, citing a law that permits this action for individuals involved in violent crimes and receiving financial rewards from the Palestinian Authority.

The First Panel of the Supreme Federal Court (STF) in Brazil is set to begin hearings on appeals concerning the convictions of five former leaders of the District Federal Police for their alleged inaction during the anti-democratic acts of January 8.

Yves Thréard emphasizes Bruno Retailleau's steadfast principles and potential political resurgence in France following turbulent times and challenges within his party.

Prosecutor Diego Luciani has requested the confiscation of US$5 million and 141 properties linked to former Argentine president Cristina Kirchner and Lázaro Báez due to their convictions in a corruption case.

Ítalo Jeferson da Silva, the suspect in the murder of university student Vanessa Lara de Oliveira, has a criminal history that includes convictions for serious crimes such as rape and drug trafficking.

The Bari court has sentenced 12 members of CasaPound to prison for attempting to reorganize a fascist party, marking a significant legal precedent in Italy.

Major headlines include US sanctions debate on Kwankwaso, serious crime cases in Lagos, and recent cybercrime convictions.

An examination of the lack of accountability for Italian magistrates reveals only 15 convictions in 15 years, questioning the effectiveness of civil responsibility for judges.

The appeal-bis trial for the Rigopiano disaster concluded with three convictions, two acquittals, and five prescriptions against various regional officials.

A retrial in the 'Jindo Reservoir Murder' case has declared the defendant not guilty after 22 years since the event, despite previous convictions.

The jury in Chaco found three members of the Sena family guilty of the femicide of Cecilia Strzyzowski, leading to the sentencing of seven accused, including the perpetrator, César Sena, who received a life sentence.

The article discusses Donald Trump's past friendship with Jeffrey Epstein, noting the scrutiny it has received in light of Epstein's criminal convictions and Trump's name being mentioned in recently released Epstein files.

Three instructors involved in a 2017 avalanche accident in Nasu, Japan, reaffirmed their innocence during the appeal trial, claiming the avalanche was unforeseen and seeking to overturn previous convictions for negligence.

Brenton Tarrant, the perpetrator of the Christchurch mosque shootings, is seeking to appeal his convictions and sentence for the murders of 51 worshippers.

The Lithuanian government has approved a proposed amendment to the Criminal Procedure Code that would require courts to provide information to child rights defenders about convictions related to child abuse cases.

A 65-year-old from Germany fights a prison sentence due to repeated offenses of driving without a valid license despite previous convictions.

Benjamin Watson discusses how NFL players are increasingly vocal about their faith and convictions, reflecting a cultural shift within the league.

The article discusses the potential consequences and administrative implications of criminal convictions for former President Jair Bolsonaro and military officials involved in the 2022 coup attempt, as the Superior Military Court evaluates requests for the forfeiture of their positions and ranks.

A man was arrested in the São José Operário neighborhood of Santarém for violating the terms of his semi-open imprisonment due to previous drunk driving convictions.

The Trump administration is pressing California Governor Gavin Newsom to honor the detainers of over 33,000 criminal illegal immigrants, some with violent felony convictions, rather than releasing them without notifying federal authorities.

Documents reveal that Sarah Ferguson invited Jeffrey Epstein to Prince Andrew's 50th birthday party shortly after his release from prison for child sex offences.

The Italian government led by Meloni has proposed a legislative decree that tightens public safety measures, including a new preventive detention measure aimed at barring individuals with violent convictions from participating in protests.

Federal Attorney General Michelle Rowland has intervened to help two Indonesian children overturn their wrongful convictions as adult people smugglers after a significant miscarriage of justice.

Following the sentencing of leftist activist Maja T. to eight years in prison in Hungary, solidarity demonstrations took place in several German cities, as noted by extremism researcher Hendrik Hansen.

The Häme police are seeking to detain a 35-year-old man from Lahti who has committed numerous frauds, despite previous convictions and travel restrictions.

A man with 16 previous convictions has been charged in connection with the shooting of a trolleybus in Kaunas, which occurred on February 3 when the driver noticed a sound similar to breaking glass.

Discussions surrounding the review of the re-trial system aimed at rescuing victims of wrongful convictions are intensifying, with the Ministry of Justice targeting amendments to the Criminal Procedure Act following the House of Representatives election.