Md. lawyers recall Justice Stevens as forceful, thoughtful, bright
Thirty years ago, the attorney for a missing Baltimore baby argued for a U.S. Supreme Court ruling that would force the mother to reveal the youngster’s whereabouts despite her asserted constitutional right against self-incrimination. Mitchell Y. Mirviss said Thursday that he was ready to explain to the justices how the mother’s compliance with a lawful […]
Md. high court will weigh constitutionality of victim-impact statement
Maryland’s top court will weigh if a set-to-music victim-impact video meant to stir a judge’s emotions violated a defendant’s constitutional rights.
California lawmakers hire Holder to repel Trump
California legislature hires Eric Holder leads news summary including victim-impact statements, judges seeking raises and website-fighting actors.