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🇩🇪 FAZ
Crime & Justice

Trial in Oslo: Høiby Charged with New Allegations

Marius Borg Høiby faces new charges including reckless behavior and violation of a restraining order.

Mar 3 • 09:44 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs 'to be released from jail EARLY'

Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs is set to be released early from his four-year sentence after being convicted on prostitution-related charges.

Mar 3 • 09:39 UTC
🇳🇴 VG
Crime & Justice

16-Year-Old Accused Denies Guilt in Attempted Murder in Stavanger

A 16-year-old boy in Norway denies charges of attempting to murder a 14-year-old in Stavanger, amid a complex legal process involving multiple defendants.

Mar 3 • 08:42 UTC
🇳🇴 VG
Crime & Justice

Ruling in 'The Boys' Dream': - No case of similar nature

The man behind 'The Boys' Dream' has been sentenced to three years and three months in prison for sharing inappropriate images and extortion, among other charges.

Mar 2 • 13:04 UTC
🇮🇸 Visir
Crime & Justice

He strangled his cohabitant but was acquitted

An Icelandic man in his sixties was acquitted of charges after strangling his cohabitant, as the court deemed the act a minor assault due to the statute of limitations.

Mar 2 • 12:28 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
Crime & Justice

12-Year-Old Thai Girl in Japan Forced into Sexual Services; Owner Denies Charges

A 52-year-old owner of a massage parlor in Tokyo's Bunkyo Ward pleaded not guilty to charges related to the exploitation of a 12-year-old Thai girl forced into sexual services.

Mar 2 • 04:57 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
Crime & Justice

Man found guilty after sexually assaulting woman he held captive

A Canberra man has been convicted of multiple charges including rape and forcible confinement after holding a woman captive and assaulting her.

Mar 2 • 02:47 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
Crime & Justice

Compensation claims for mussel damage are completely exceptional, says a criminal law professor

A preliminary investigation into significant damage to a pearl mussel population in Suomussalmi has found that the incident could lead to charges of serious environmental crimes with estimated damages reaching €2.2 million.

Mar 1 • 18:33 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

The Day Before His Arrest, Epstein Spent 15 Million Dollars for a Special Reason

Jeffrey Epstein purchased a luxury palace in Marrakech for $15 million just one day before his arrest on sex trafficking charges, indicating his potential foresight about the looming legal troubles.

Mar 1 • 11:41 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
Crime & Justice

Farmer Acquitted of Charges of Rape of a Pig – Judge Explained His Decision

Farmer Bradley O'Reilly was acquitted of zoophilia charges after the court deemed the evidence obtained by animal rights activists as illegally collected.

Feb 28 • 17:36 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Harrods faces legal action over £1-a-head dining charge not going to staff

Harrods is being sued over a £1 cover charge that is not shared with its restaurant staff, ahead of new legislation mandating tips and service charges be given to workers.

Feb 28 • 07:00 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
Crime & Justice

‘The jail of the famous’: Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs detained in the same place as García Luna and Sam Bankman-Fried

Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs has been detained in a New York jail on multiple serious charges, including sexual abuse and human trafficking, while awaiting trial.

Feb 27 • 14:17 UTC
🇸🇪 SVT Nyheter
Crime & Justice

Man from Skellefteå sentenced to prison - did not pay taxes on cryptocurrency

A man in his sixties from Skellefteå has been sentenced to prison for failing to pay taxes on cryptocurrency gains totaling 107 million kronor, although he has been cleared of charges in five out of six cases.

Feb 27 • 12:50 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
Crime & Justice

Marius's remand period extended – this is how the defense commented

Norwegian 'bonus prince' Marius Borg Høiby will remain in custody as his numerous criminal charges are currently being processed in court.

Feb 27 • 09:30 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
World

Maduro Wants Judge to Dismiss Drug Case in the U.S.

Nicolás Maduro, former President of Venezuela, has requested an American judge to dismiss drug-related charges against him, alleging interference from the U.S. government in his defense.

Feb 27 • 05:45 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

Federal prosecutor admits 'extraordinary' timing in Abrego Garcia smuggling case charges

A federal prosecutor has described the timing of charges against Kilmar Abrego Garcia as 'extraordinary,' amidst the legal complexities of his immigration status and previous deportation.

Feb 27 • 04:14 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Judge will decide whether to bring Judge Nubia Vera to trial for the Mueble Fino case

The Ecuadorian judge will determine if Judge Nubia Vera should face trial for charges of concussion in the Mueble Fino case following recent proceedings.

Feb 27 • 03:55 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
Crime & Justice

USA: Maduro demands the dismissal of the proceedings: 'I cannot afford my own defense'

Nicolás Maduro has urged a New York court to dismiss drug trafficking charges against him, claiming he cannot afford a defense due to US government actions blocking payment for his attorney.

Feb 27 • 02:36 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Nicolás Maduro calls for dismissal of the case in the U.S. over defense license blockage

Deposed Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro is requesting the dismissal of narcotrafficking and corruption charges in the U.S. due to the denial of a license to use Venezuelan government funds for his legal defense.

Feb 26 • 23:31 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Maduro requests dismissal of case in the US and alleges interference by the American government

Nicolás Maduro has requested that a US court dismiss drug trafficking charges against him, claiming that the American government is interfering with the legal process.

Feb 26 • 23:15 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
National & Local

Elden on the indictment against Juul: Violates human rights

Lawyers for Mona Juul and Terje Rød-Larsen argue that the corruption charges against them violate fundamental human rights due to their vague nature.

Feb 26 • 20:41 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
Crime & Justice

Prosecutor's Office charges former law professor with sexual crimes against ten women in RS

The prosecutor's office in Rio Grande do Sul has charged former law professor Conrado Paulino da Rosa with sexual crimes against ten women, including rape and psychological violence.

Feb 26 • 20:33 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

They say Nicolás Maduro does not have the money to pay for his defense in the United States

The U.S. has blocked the Venezuelan government's ability to fund Nicolás Maduro's legal defense against drug trafficking charges in New York, raising concerns over his constitutional right to counsel.

Feb 26 • 18:00 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
Crime & Justice

Prosecutor Palovič acquitted in the case of 100,000 euros bribery to cover up the investigation of Carlton

A specialized court in Banská Bystrica has acquitted prosecutor Bystrík Palovič of charges related to bribery and abuse of public office.

Feb 26 • 17:38 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
Crime & Justice

Now speaks the Thai woman accused of 78 serious human trafficking cases: 'I want to apologize for what has happened'

A Thai coordinator accused of multiple serious human trafficking charges expressed deep remorse during the conclusion of Finland's largest human trafficking trial.

Feb 26 • 15:52 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

Hong Kong mogul Jimmy Lai won an appeal in a fraud case

Jimmy Lai, the founder of the now-defunct newspaper 'Apple Daily', achieved an unexpected victory in his fraud appeal amidst ongoing legal troubles related to national security charges.

Feb 26 • 04:46 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
Crime & Justice

Trump administration blocks Venezuela from paying Maduro's legal bills amid federal charges

The Trump administration has intervened to prevent the Venezuelan government from paying former President Nicolás Maduro's legal expenses related to drug trafficking and weapons charges.

Feb 26 • 03:12 UTC
🇵🇱 Wprost
National & Local

Charges for former heads of ABW and SKW. Did they fail to fulfill their duties?

Former heads of Polish intelligence agencies ABW and SKW face charges for failing to uphold their duties regarding the use of the Pegasus surveillance system.

Feb 25 • 15:05 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

The Pegasus Affair: Charges for Former Heads of ABW and SKW

Former heads of Poland's Internal Security Agency and Military Counterintelligence have been charged with failing to ensure the security of operations involving the Pegasus surveillance system.

Feb 25 • 13:34 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
Crime & Justice

Woman acquitted of smuggling a GPS tracker to Philip Patrick Westh

A woman has been acquitted of charges related to smuggling a GPS tracker into a prison for communication with convicted murderer Philip Patrick Westh due to insufficient evidence regarding its communication capabilities.

Feb 25 • 12:41 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

Today in Vima: The evidence that led the owner of 'Violanda' to prison

A judicial reporter explains the upgraded charges against the owner of the cookie factory 'Violanda' connected to a deadly explosion in Trikala.

Feb 25 • 03:55 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Crime & Justice

Case against Premier League club executive accused of sexually abusing teenager dropped

A civil case against a Premier League club executive accused of sexually abusing a teenager has been dismissed, as no criminal charges can be brought forward due to legal limitations.

Feb 24 • 19:40 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
Crime & Justice

Former president of Cannonball, Esko Eklund, 49, brought before the court – this is how he reacted

Esko Eklund, the former president of the criminal organization Cannonball MC, appeared in court facing serious charges after a long legal battle.

Feb 24 • 15:00 UTC
🇸🇪 Aftonbladet
Crime & Justice

Three people indicted in large pedophilia scandal

Three individuals are indicted in a significant child sex crime case in West Sweden, involving severe charges against one main perpetrator.

Feb 24 • 12:22 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

15-Year-Old Charged with Planning School Shooting in Kolding: Case Dropped

Prosecutors have dropped charges against a 15-year-old boy suspected of planning a school shooting in Kolding, Denmark, after concluding there was insufficient evidence to proceed.

Feb 24 • 11:23 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Jigwiyeon's Strange Legal Principles

Critics are raising their voices against the first-instance ruling regarding Yoon Seok-yeol's charges of insurrection, primarily targeting Judge Ji Gwi-yeon's unusual legal interpretations.

Feb 24 • 07:16 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Zimbabwe: The High Life of Chatunga Mugabe

Chatunga Mugabe, son of former Zimbabwean president Robert Mugabe, is facing attempted murder charges in South Africa amid a backdrop of wealth, privilege, and legal troubles.

Feb 23 • 18:54 UTC
🇸🇪 SVT Nyheter
Crime & Justice

The LVU scandal in Älvsbyn: Why the father escapes prosecution for child abuse

A father accused of assaulting his child will not face charges due to expired statute of limitations related to the alleged incident.

Feb 23 • 16:04 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
Crime & Justice

The Constable Carried Out Official Duties During His Free Time in Kuopio – Accused of Crimes, But the District Court Dismissed the Charges

A senior constable from North Savo was acquitted by the district court of charges related to breach of duty and data privacy violations after accessing personal data improperly during his free time.

Feb 23 • 15:19 UTC
🇦🇺 Guardian Australia
National & Local

Pauline Hanson's Muslim comments have been reported to federal police – but could she face charges?

Pauline Hanson's controversial remarks about Muslims have drawn federal police scrutiny, raising questions about potential legal repercussions.

Feb 23 • 14:00 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

First physical relations, then the excuse of 'horoscope'... now refusing to marry will have serious consequences

The Delhi High Court has ruled that if someone engages in physical relations under the pretext of marriage and later retracts citing horoscope issues, they can face charges under Indian law for deceptive sexual relations.

Feb 23 • 13:50 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Crime & Justice

Alleged rapist 'accidentally released from jail and left country' before trial

A man facing multiple rape charges was mistakenly released from prison and has fled the UK just before his trial was scheduled to begin.

Feb 23 • 09:57 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Prosecutor's Office charges former Secretary of Agriculture of SP for alleged illegal increases in rural program

The São Paulo Prosecutor's Office has filed charges against former Agriculture Secretary Francisco Matturro and current deputy Ricardo Lorenzini for allegedly authorizing illegal price increases for companies responsible for road construction in rural areas.

Feb 23 • 09:00 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Police Repeatedly Dismiss Allegations That Dongduk Women's University Chairman Used School Funds for Legal Costs Against Students

Police have once again ruled out charges against the chairman of Dongduk Women's University regarding allegations of embezzlement involving school funds.

Feb 23 • 01:20 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
Crime & Justice

The Argentine lawyer detained in Brazil for racism reported assaults and threats: "Sudaca dead of hunger..."

Agostina Páez, an Argentine lawyer, detained in Brazil on charges of racism, reported receiving death threats and violent insults on her social media.

Feb 22 • 14:32 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Judge V. Kažys Facing Imprisonment due to Corruption Charges

Lithuanian appellate court reviews the corruption case of Judge V. Kažys, who was earlier acquitted of bribery, amidst ongoing prosecution appeals.

Feb 21 • 15:36 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
Crime & Justice

The secret hobby of a car mechanic: 45,000 child pornography files found on the computer of a 39-year-old man

A 39-year-old car mechanic faces charges for possession and acquisition of child pornography after 45,000 files were discovered on his computer during an investigation.

Feb 21 • 13:30 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

Four drivers fined for driving under the influence

In Latvia, four drivers were caught driving under the influence of alcohol, resulting in various legal procedures including criminal charges.

Feb 21 • 08:20 UTC
🇮🇸 RUV Frettir
National & Local

Calculation error led to incorrect answer regarding the percentage of accused foreigners

An error in calculations resulted in misinformation about the proportion of foreigners facing charges in Iceland.

Feb 21 • 03:00 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Court Acknowledges the Possibility of Second Martial Law by Yoon Suk-yeol

The court has recognized the possibility of a second martial law under former President Yoon Suk-yeol amid his ongoing trial for insurrection-related charges.

Feb 20 • 12:15 UTC

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