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Woman whose baby was stillborn in HMP Styal praises sentencing changes

Louise Powell says she hopes new guidance means fewer pregnant women are jailed and it can be the legacy of her child Brooke

The Guardian - UK · Mar 18, 2024

Prison officer charged with assaulting inmate at Cessnock

The man was bailed to front court for the first time next month.

Newcastle Herald · Mar 18, 2024

Mass prison incident fears before bikie boss death

A Victorian coroner is investigating the death of notorious Finks bikie boss Brent Reker in 2019 after his body was found in his cell by corrections staff.

AAP · Mar 18, 2024

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Sins Of The Fathers: Children Of IS Left To Rot In Syria Camp

Ali is 12 and has survived things no child should see, spending half his life in what amounts to a prison camp for jihadist families in an arid corner of northeastern Syria.

International Business Times · Mar 18, 2024

Putin claims he agreed to prisoner swap involving Navalny before his death

Re-elected Russian president makes first public comment on death of opposition leader, which he calls ‘sad event’

The Guardian - UK · Mar 17, 2024

Muslim prisoners unfairly targeted with pepper spray, says rights group

In 2022, MoJ data shows 34% of those targeted with synthetic Pava spray were Muslims, who make up 18% of prison population

The Guardian - UK · Mar 17, 2024

Parents Convicted In Son's School Shooting Face Prison Sentencing

The Crumbleys were convicted of involuntary manslaughter for their son's role in a school shooting. Trials focused on negligence and legal strategies.

Top News · Mar 16, 2024

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Judge orders special master for California prison known for rampant sexual abuse

Several employees at the federal correctional institution in Dublin have pleaded guilty to abusing female inmates

The Guardian - US · Mar 16, 2024

Rights Advocates Denounce 'Systemic Abuse' In Israeli Prisons

In the shadow of the war raging in Gaza, record numbers of Palestinian detainees are filling Israeli prisons, where they face "systemic abuse" and torture, rights advocates warn, calling for international action.

International Business Times · Mar 16, 2024

Federal Women's Prison In California To Get Special Oversight

Federal judge appoints special master to oversee California women's prison due to rampant sexual abuse reports. Ongoing scrutiny reveals challenges in addr...

Top News · Mar 16, 2024

‘Everyone has friends in jail’: how Palestinian prisoners became central to Gaza ceasefire talks

Hamas seeks scaled-back release it can portray as victory as Israeli government weighs conflicting pressures over hostages

The Guardian - UK · Mar 16, 2024

Supreme Court Rules Against Shortened Sentences For Drug Dealers

Supreme Court ruling on First Step Act impacts eligibility of low-level drug dealers for shortened prison terms.

Top News · Mar 16, 2024

Navarro Seeks Supreme Court To Avoid Prison During Appeal

Former Trump aide Peter Navarro seeks Supreme Court intervention to avoid prison during appeal of contempt conviction for defying Capitol riot subpoena.

Top News · Mar 16, 2024

Peter Navarro Appeals To Supreme Court To Avoid Prison

Peter Navarro appeals to Supreme Court to delay prison term for contempt of Congress related to Capitol attack investigation.

Top News · Mar 16, 2024

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Top News · Mar 16, 2024

Arizona Judge Considers Contempt Proceedings Over Prisoner Health Care

Arizona judge considers further contempt action against state for inadequate prisoner health care. Private provider faces staffing and salary issues despit...

Reason · Mar 15, 2024

No, Imprisoning a School Shooter's Parents Isn't Justice

James Crumbley, who was convicted of involuntary manslaughter, may be an unsympathetic defendant. But this prosecution still made little sense.

Prosecutors Seek 40-50 Years For FTX Fraud By Bankman-Fried

Prosecutors seek lengthy prison term for FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried over alleged fraud at cryptocurrency exchange.

Reason · Mar 15, 2024

Short Circuit: A Roundup of Recent Federal Court Decisions

Public use, ballot selfies, and a bonkers closing statement.

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Michigan Parents Found Guilty In School Shooting Case

Landmark verdict in Michigan holds parents accountable for school shooting, facing up to 15 years in prison.

Al Jazeera · Mar 15, 2024

‘We want Sonko’: Senegal opposition boosted after leaders freed before vote

The release of firebrand Sonko and his right-hand man Faye could help opposition chances in the March 24 election.

Al Jazeera · Mar 15, 2024

New Hamas Gaza truce proposal outlines exchange of captives for prisoners

With the war in its sixth month, Israel says plan presented to international mediators based on ‘unrealistic demands’.

France 24 · Mar 15, 2024

Russian presidential election: The dashed hopes of Russian exiles in France

Exiled Russians who have fled to France since the full-scale invasion of Ukraine have few illusions about the outcome of Russia's presidential election. Voting began this Friday, with the main aim being to ensure a high turnout, rather than deciding on Vladimir Putin's re-election, which is a certainty. The vote…

Roll Call · Mar 15, 2024

Supreme Court limits who qualifies for 'safety valve' sentencing law - Roll Call

The Supreme Court limited eligibility Friday for a “safety valve” for defendants to avoid mandatory minimum prison sentences.

International Business Times · Mar 15, 2024

Senegal Awaits Next Moves Of Opposition Leaders Freed Before Key Vote

Senegal waited Friday for key opposition figures Ousmane Sonko and Bassirou Diomaye Faye to take their place on the presidential campaign trail, after their release from prison sparked jubilant scenes 10 days before the key vote.

The Hindu · Mar 15, 2024

Right to wages behind bars: prison wages are far below the minimum in nearly every State

Paid labour lies at the heart of the prison reform system but wages are far below the minimum in nearly every State.

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