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The criminal case continues against Dr. George Tiller of Wichita, Kansas despite possible ethics complaints against the original State Attorney in charge of the case.

Dr. George Tiller was acquitted on misdemeanor charges of violating Kansas restrictions on late-term abortions. But the case still drags on outside the courtroom.

Under Florida law, DUI is one offense, proved by impairment of normal faculties or unlawful blood alcohol or breath alcohol level of .08 or above.

Domestic violence remains a problem in America. We need to take it more seriously.

John A. Gotti and five associates have been indicted for RICO Conspirancy, Drug Trafficking and Murder. Gotti is the son of the Gambino Crime Family Boss "Teflon Don".

A Hileah, Florida woman faces criminal charges after allegedly putting a live newborn in a biohazard bag containing bleach solution and throwing it in the trash.

Suspect arrested in connection with this morning's fatal shooting of Dr. George Tiller, one of only three remaining doctors performing abortions after viability.

On September 24, 2009, the appointment of a special prosecutor to prosecute two men on one count each of practicing polygamy was quashed by the B.C. Supreme Court.

If adopted by Parliament, police in the U.K. will be given new powers to fight the incidence of domestic violence. But the proposal is being accused of being too broad.

B.C.'s Attorney General, Mike de Jong, is referring two questions to the court on Canada's polygamy law, hoping that the law will stand up and end years of uncertainty

Marijuana possession (under one ounce) will no longer be a crime in Massachusetts as soon as late December. This is due to a "yes" vote on Question 2 on November 4, 2008.

On July 2 and 3 in Banjul, The Gambia, AU leaders met to discuss Darfur, the legal proceedings for Hissène Habré and the continent's future.

Find out about this underground open house transaction that is plaguing the real estate market place.

Recorded incidents of vitriolage, the act of throwing acid on individuals in order to permanently disfigure them, have increased at an alarming rate in recent years.

Learn to differentiate between legitimate business ventures and illegal corporate infrastructures.

Caylee Anthony's mother, Casey, left jail today for her parents' home released on $500,000 bail posted by famed bounty hunter Leonard Padilla.

An accord with Enron Corp creditors to pay $16M, settling claims it was negligent in auditing and advising the energy giant, starts Arthur Andersen LLP's final chapter.

Kansas Gov. Kathleen Sebelius vetoed anti-abortion legislation House Substitute Senate Bill 218 that would have re-written the state law on late-term abortion.

German Businessman Karlheinz Schreiber has been deported. He was recently implicated in a kickback scandal involving former Canadian Prime Minister Brian Mulroney.

To use pesticides safely, remember that the label is the law, dress properly, and do not re-enter the treated area until the re-entry period on the label has passed.

The CPSC issue a statement clarifying the requirements that the new toy law imposes on thrift and consignment stores.

U. S. Supreme Court begins the October 5, 2008 session seeming to avoid any cases that might split the court or the nation during the election season.

The ever-widening tentacles of the federal investigation into a network of doctors and mail-order pharmacies that supply pro athletes with steroids grabs 11 pro wrestlers

Out of the last 22 vice presidents, all but three had prior experience serving in government in Washington, D.C. The least experienced resigned after criminal charges.

Trapped along the Mississippi, Black Hawk made one last stand against the Americans, but he would not fade into history.

The computer virus that was responsible for child pornography charges laid against Michael Fiola is now making the rounds, making it possible to frame innocent people.

Each time someone is stopped driving while suspended or revoked (DWLSR) in Florida, the penalties increase. The penalties range from a simple fine to prison time.

Duress of circumstances is a recognition in English Law that sometimes it is necessary to commit a crime in order to avoid a greater evil.

Nursing home care for some senior citizens includes neglect and medication errors. Senior care standards need to improve as World Elder Abuse Awareness Day approaches.

A documentary film about Philippe Petit - the man who walked on a tightrope between the twin towers of the World Trade Centre in 1974

The American judicial system is centered around the jury, throughout all steps in the legal process. A look at the two kinds of juries, what they do and how they differ.

The decision announced Nov. 13, 2009 by Attorney General Eric Holder to try 9/11 conspirators in New York is controversial, but strongly grounded in the Constitution.

The Illinois House voted to impeach Gov. Rod Blagojevich, who had been arrested a month earlier on federal corruption charges.

Oprah Winfrey is the latest participant in Illinois Gov. Rod Blagojevich's alleged pay-to-play political scheme that could cost him his elected office.

After Megan Meier committed suicide because of an incident on MySpace, Dardenne Prairie, MO is proposing an ordinance for child endangerment and Internet harassment.

Young and manipulated, Lady Jane Grey reluctantly seized the British throne in 1553 only to fall from grace nine days after assuming the title of England's first queen.

The hysteria surrounding the death late last month of Michael Jackson reached into all areas of life, to the point where some folks were forced to cry, enough already!

Everyone makes mistakes. But for Michael Phelps, Olympic gold medalist, role model, and hero to youth worldwide, mistakes are not an option. Can he make a comeback?

We're looking at something very hokey around Sarah Palin's candidacy. Why is America swooning over someone with an inadequate and fickle record?

While it is desirable to minimize pesticide use, sometimes a pesticide is the only way to solve a pest problem.

If every criminal case went to trial, the criminal justice system would effectively shut down. The answer developed to this problem is the plea bargain.

Prohibition of cannabis is still an ongoing process in much of the world, contrary to emerging scientific findings and public opinion.

How does the legal system protect us from stalkers? Learn the basics from this overview of US anti-stalking acts and find resources for stalking victims.

Take these quick and efficient steps in the unfortunate event that a loved one is abducted.

A Merriam, Kansas man was apprehended and detained as a suspect in the Sunday morning killing of Dr. George Tiller at Reformation Lutheran Church in Wichita, Kansas.

The four episodes of "Lost" Season Four reveal new facts about the Island, the Rescuers, and the possible fate of our heroes as the show approaches its finale in 2010.

Teens are unaware of the consequence of "sexting." Frighteningly, they may face prosecution for child pornography.

Freebirthing is a trend of non-medical birthing without the guidance of a midwife, OB-GYN, or other medical professional. Many moms also forgo formal prenatal care.

The ACC is a one-horse race going into 2008. Who is the frontrunner? Are the Hokies ready to win again? Are the 'Noles back, is it Hurricane season? Find out here.

BNL frontman faces drug possession charges after being found with cocaine in New York state; Richards seeks to bar Sheen from daughters