The trial against the Argentine lawyer accused of racism in Brazil begins: what penalties she faces
Agostina Páez, a 29-year-old Argentine lawyer, faces a trial in Brazil where she is accused of three counts of racial injury, potentially facing up to 15 years in prison.
Millionaire for a Day: Understand the Dismissal of Witnesses in the Case of the Driver Who Received R$ 131 Million by Mistake
The Brazilian justice system has dismissed witness testimonies in a high-profile case involving a driver who mistakenly received over R$ 131 million from Bradesco bank.
Dismisses case of selling sex to a minor
The Norwegian police have dismissed the case against a Chinese woman in her fifties who was accused of sexual relations with minors aged 14 to 16 due to uncertainty about the age of the customer.
Sunnmøre: Man charged with sexual assault against several children
A man in his 40s is on trial in Sunnmøre for multiple sexual assaults against children under 16 years old.
Triple A Case: Trial Hearing Will Resume on May 30
The trial hearing for the Triple A case has been postponed to May 30, 2026, after connectivity issues and defense complaints.
Triple A Case: Trial Hearing Reinstated with Defenders of the Accused in the Encuentro Prison
The trial hearing for the Triple A case has been reinstated, with lawyers for the accused traveling to prison to meet their clients in preparation for the legal proceedings.
Italians to vote on changing the legal system
Italians are voting in a referendum on a judicial reform proposed by Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, which aims to separate judges and prosecutors.
1) The real scandal would be not changing a justice system that is no longer just
The article argues that Italy's justice system is in dire need of reform to ensure it serves and protects citizens rather than burdening them.
An referee who trains with a team. Now let's align ourselves with civilized countries
The article discusses the need for judges in the legal system to maintain impartiality and independence, emphasizing that they should not have close ties to the teams they oversee, akin to a referee training solely with one sports team.
What Are the Structural Issues of the Adult Guardianship System and the Truth Behind the 'Guardianship Tribe'? An Ex-Judge Speaks
A former judge discusses systemic problems within Japan's adult guardianship system and the emerging concerns about the backgrounds and motivations of those involved.
Prosecutors’ Office to Replace Prosecutor General After 78 Years... Turmoil Over Supplementary Investigation Powers Expected
Amid planned prosecutorial reforms in South Korea, the transition from the Prosecutor's Office to a newly established Public Prosecution Office marks a significant shift in the country’s legal landscape.
Triple A Case: Hearing Suspended and Defense of the Accused Must Move to the Encuentro Prison
The specialized Criminal Guarantees Tribunal suspended the trial hearing of the Triple A case and ordered the defense attorneys to move to the Encuentro Prison in Santa Elena.
Enough with the system that turns a blind eye to judicial errors
The Italian government is committed to reforming the legal system to create a more efficient and just society for future generations.
This Day in History. The Napoleonic Code is Approved in France
The Napoleonic Code, which unified France's legal system, was approved in 1800, following the instability caused by the French Revolution and paving the way for modern civil law.
Moraes requests PGR's position on Bolsonaro's home confinement request
Minister Alexandre de Moraes of Brazil's Supreme Court has asked the Attorney General's Office to respond to a request for house arrest made by former President Jair Bolsonaro's defense team.
Sentenced to 24 years for murdering his ex-girlfriend, a man pending another trial for killing another ex-partner
A man has been sentenced to 24 years in prison for the murder of his ex-girlfriend, while also facing another trial for the murder of a previous partner.
Collien Fernandes: German Criminal Law Sets Priorities Like in the 1950s
Actress and presenter Collien Fernandes discusses her decision to file a complaint against her ex-partner in Spain rather than Germany, revealing issues with the German legal system.
Angola: Court Convicts 21 Defendants and Acquits Six in AGT 2025 Case
A court in Luanda convicted 21 individuals for defrauding the Angolan state out of over 100 billion kwanzas in a major financial scandal, while six others were acquitted.
Analysis: Who will define Vorcaro's plea bargain is the system
The outcome of Daniel Vorcaro's plea deal will depend more on the institutional, legal, and investigative systems than on Vorcaro himself.
Discussion on Preliminary Review of Constitutional Appeals Intensifies... "Could Paralyze Institutional Functions, Legislative Revisions Needed"
The Constitutional Court of Korea is discussing specific criteria and the composition of panels for preliminary reviews of constitutional appeals related to court decisions.
Thousands of debtors, millions of euros: fathers avoiding child support hurt Estonian mothers
The article discusses the child support payment issues in Estonia, highlighting that many fathers evade their responsibilities, adversely affecting mothers and children.
Vrček: Suspicious food supplements mask using so-called clean labels
Valerije Vrček discusses how certain food additives remain untested for safety in the U.S. food system due to legal loopholes.
Death of Athos and Tango: SCJN analyzes project that could reduce the sentence of the murderer of two puppies
The Supreme Court of Justice of the Nation (SCJN) is reviewing a proposal that could potentially reduce the sentence of a man convicted of poisoning two rescue dogs in Mexico.
Why did the crown stay the charges against self-proclaimed ‘Queen of Canada’?
Prosecutors decided not to pursue charges against Romana Didulo, citing insufficient evidence following her high-profile arrest in Saskatchewan.
Vorcaro signs confidentiality agreement; Mendonça denies house arrest and transfers banker to the Federal Police
Brazilian banker Daniel Vorcaro has signed a confidentiality agreement with the Prosecutor's Office while his request for house arrest has been denied by Minister André Mendonça of the Supreme Court.
Woman arrested for violating protective order in favor of her own mother in Volta Redonda
A 44-year-old woman in Volta Redonda, Brazil, was arrested for violating a protective order designed to safeguard her 70-year-old mother.
The difficulties of access to Justice for women
Access to justice for women in Brazil highlights the challenges between legal formalities and the effectiveness of rights amid structural inequalities.
Union of Prosecutors: Condemns any statement from political figures and individuals related to legal matters concerning the Tempe case
The Union of Prosecutors in Greece strongly condemns statements from political figures and those associated with legal proceedings related to the tragic Tempe accident ahead of the upcoming trial.
Confirmed sentence for serious assault against a Vinakot employee
A court has confirmed a sentence for a significant bodily assault against an employee of Vinakot.
Mother suspected of homicide by omission after death of 5-year-old daughter released at custody hearing
A mother suspected of homicide by omission in the death of her five-year-old daughter has been released after a custody hearing in Várzea Alegre, Brazil.
Nöru Walker's lawsuit against the Icelandic state dismissed
The lawsuit filed by Nöru Walker against the Icelandic state has been dismissed.
Norway’s Crown Princess’s Son’s Trial Ends
The trial of Marius Borg Höiby, son of Norway's Crown Princess Mette-Marit, concluded with defense statements suggesting a lesser sentence than the prosecution's demand.
The Høiby case is finally over
The article discusses the conclusion of the Høiby case in Norway, expressing the author's views on the matter.
Woman acquitted of drugging, killing husband, and throwing body in the dunes is retried in SC
A woman previously acquitted of drugging and murdering her husband is being retried in Florianópolis, Brazil, after the initial verdict was overturned.
Mallukas has set up a database of pedophiles and sex offenders, the justice minister does not approve
A blogger named Mallukas has created a website to publicly collect the names of convicted sex offenders, which Justice Minister Liisa Pakosta criticizes as unnecessary given the existing legal system in Estonia.
Fishermen acquitted of manslaughter receive additional compensation
Three fishermen in Denmark, who were acquitted after being wrongfully imprisoned for a colleague's death, have been awarded extra compensation by the court due to the severity of their ordeal.
Childcare worker guilty of indecent treatment of child, not guilty of rape
A former childcare worker was found guilty of indecent treatment of a child but not guilty of digitally raping the child in his care.
Resident accused of killing neighbor goes to trial this Thursday (19) in Ribeirão Preto
Sérgio Salomão Fernandes, accused of killing his neighbor Júlio César da Silva in Ribeirão Preto, will stand trial this Thursday (19) after claiming self-defense, which was not substantiated.
The number of temporary arrests continues to decline. But in 2025, there were more long arrests
Poland sees a decline in temporary arrests, while long-term detention figures have increased, raising concerns about judicial efficiency and the implications for the country's legal system.
This has provoked me during the trial
A report on the challenges faced by women in the legal system during the trial of Marius Borg Høiby reveals the distressing treatment of victims in sexual assault cases.
Crown stays charges against self-proclaimed ‘Queen of Canada’ after compound raid
Crown prosecutors in Canada have dropped charges against Romana Didulo, self-styled 'Queen of Canada,' following a police raid at her compound in Saskatchewan.
STF, the name of your partner is OAB
The article discusses the dominance of certain types of lawyers in Brazil's legal system and their concerns over impending ethical regulations.
Judgment in Braunschweig: Former Member of Parliament Convicted of Child Abuse
A former Bundestag member has been sentenced to prison for sexually abusing a child, while a co-defendant teacher was given a suspended sentence.
Should it be assessed whether a thirteen-year-old is mature enough to give consent
The Icelandic Supreme Court has annulled a previous ruling regarding a man's conviction for the rape of a thirteen-year-old girl, ordering a reassessment of whether she was capable of giving consent due to her maturity.
Lagos court fines ship, 10 sailors $6m for cocaine smuggling —NDLEA
A Federal High Court in Lagos has fined a ship and ten Filipino sailors $6 million for their involvement in cocaine smuggling.
Prosecutor demands seven-year prison sentence for Mette Marit's son
The prosecutor has requested a prison sentence of over seven and a half years for Mette-Marit's son, Marius Borg Høiby, who is facing charges for multiple crimes including serious accusations such as rape.
Hundreds of witnesses, yet no verdicts. This is happening in the cases of animal shelters
Despite years of activism regarding the plight of animals in Radysy, legal proceedings against the shelter's owner and his son only began after police involvement in mid-2020.
A thread to escape the labyrinth of public transportation
The Brazilian National Congress is preparing to vote on new legal measures aimed at reorganizing the fragmented public transportation system in large cities.
Precedent in the Vatican. Court Questions Pope Francis's Decision
The Vatican appeals court has ordered a retrial for Cardinal Angelo Becciu, citing significant errors in prosecutorial conduct.
Artur Fal: The Legal Aspects of the Volleyball Doping Scandal
The article discusses the implications of the doping case involving Polish athlete Mikołaj Sawicki and highlights tensions within the international anti-doping system.