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Oscar Pistorius Spotted For First Time In Eight Years

Former Paralympian Oscar Pistorius seen in public after serving prison time for girlfriend's murder. Challenges faced post-release.

Death of man in judicial custody: SHRC recommends compensation

SHRC recommends ₹3 lakh compensation for convict's death in Madurai prison due to human rights violation.

The Hindu · Apr 26, 2024

Russian Forbes Journalist Detained For Spreading False Information

Russian journalist detained for spreading false information about military faces up to 10 years in prison. Ongoing crackdown on criticism of Russian milita...

Syrian Woman Sentenced To Life For Istanbul Explosion

Syrian woman sentenced to life in prison for her role in Istanbul explosion linked to YPG terrorism and PKK conflict.

School directors jailed over bribes

The former director and deputy director of Samsenwittayalai School have each been sentenced to 20 years in prison for taking bribes from six parents in exchange for enrolling their children in 2017.

Bangkok Post · Apr 26, 2024

Over 100 Prisoners Escape Nigerian Prison Due To Heavy Rainfall

Learn about the recent prison break in Nigeria where over 100 inmates escaped due to heavy rain damage. Explore the challenges faced by the Nigerian prison...

Top News · Apr 25, 2024

Tarrant County DA wants Crystal Mason’s illegal voting conviction reinstated

A Texas appeals court recently overturned Mason’s five-year prison sentence for casting a provisional ballot in the 2016 election while on supervised release for federal tax evasion.

The Texas Tribune · Apr 25, 2024

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Prosecutor to appeal against Texas woman’s acquittal over voting error

Court ruled last month that Crystal Mason, initially sentenced to five years in prison, did not know she was ineligible to vote in 2016

The Guardian - US · Apr 25, 2024

Michael Avenatti Calls New York V. Trump Trial Unfair

Former attorney Michael Avenatti criticizes the New York v. Trump trial from prison, highlighting concerns about fairness and due process.

Top News · Apr 25, 2024

More than 100 inmates escape from Nigeria prison after heavy rains

Manhunt under way after a downpour destroyed the perimeter fence of the medium-security prison in the town of Suleja.

Al Jazeera · Apr 25, 2024

Where are the cast of Unlocked: A Jail Experiment now?

Fans of the new Netflix reality hit are wondering where the cast members are now

Woman & Home · Apr 25, 2024

Russian Defense Official Detained In Bribery Scandal

A businessman, Alexander Fomin, is detained in a bribery case involving Deputy Defense Minister Timur Ivanov. Ivanov faces up to 15 years in prison, raisin...

Top News · Apr 25, 2024

Brickbat: Stop the Music

A Belarusian court has sentenced the members of dissident rock band Nizkiz to two years of prison labor after finding them guilty of "organizing and plotting actions grossly violating public order." After President Alexander Lukashenko won a sixth term in the country's disputed 2020 election, mass protests broke out. Nizkiz…

Reason · Apr 25, 2024

Tomorrow’s Freedom review – does this man know the way to peace in Israel and Palestine?

Sombre documentary focuses on the former Palestinian leader Marwan Barghouti, and how he is becoming a Mandela-like figure since his imprisonment in 2002

The Guardian - UK · Apr 25, 2024

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Bangkok Post · Apr 25, 2024

Drug defendant escapes from court

Police were hunting down a defendant in a drug case who escaped while being taken to a prison vehicle at Khon Kaen provincial court on Wednesday night.

Top News · Apr 25, 2024

Troubled Women's Prison In California Rapidly Shut Down

Troubled women's prison FCI Dublin in California to be shut down amid reports of mistreatment and abuse during inmate transfers.

Chinese Citizen Sentenced For Threatening Pro-Democracy Advocate In US

Xiaolei Wu sentenced to prison for cyberstalking and threatening pro-democracy advocate in the US. Case highlights importance of upholding free speech rights.

Reason · Apr 24, 2024

She Only Served 10 Months Behind Bars. Florida Still Slapped Her With A $127,000 Bill.

Under Florida's "pay-to-stay" law, inmates are charged $50 for every day of their sentence—including time they never spent incarcerated.

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The Hindu · Apr 24, 2024

An emotional reunion as Prema Kumari meets Nimisha Priya in prison

An ‘emotional’ reunion as Prema Kumari meets Nimisha Priya in prison

Man Charged With Burglary At LA Mayor's Residence

Man charged with burglary at LA Mayor's residence, targeting Mayor Karen Bass. Suspect faces felony charges and potential prison sentence.

The Guardian - UK · Apr 24, 2024

Tommy Nicol was kind and friendly – a beloved brother. Why did he die in prison on a ‘99-year’ sentence?

His sister says the only person he ever presented a serious threat to was himself, yet he was given an indeterminate sentence for stealing a car. The psychological torture was impossible to endure

Man Sentenced To Six Years For Assaulting Police During Capitol Riot

David Gietzen sentenced to 6 years in prison for assaulting police during Capitol riot. Over 1,350 individuals charged in riot-related crimes.

Capitol Riot Fugitive Sentenced To Six Years In Prison

Man sentenced to six years in prison for assaulting police during U.S. Capitol riot. Case underscores consequences of involvement in violent events.

Latin Times · Apr 23, 2024

Advocates seek to protect Texas inmates from uncooled imprisonment, say they're being 'cooked to death'

A complaint against the Texas Department of Criminal Justice says that lack of air conditioning in the premises amounts to cruel punishment

The Hindu · Apr 23, 2024

Vantamuri case accused welcomed with garlands, sweets upon release from prison

Accused in Vantamuri case released on bail welcomed grandly, video goes viral.

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