“The criminal justice system has been fundamentally changed in California, not in a good way.” Siyamak sits down with Jeff Reisig, district attorney of Yolo County. He shares with us the latest result of his study on California’s recent policies and why crime is on the rise. …
Saskatchewan’s Justice Minister Calls for Reverse Onus System for Weapons Offences
Saskatchewan’s Minister of Justice and Attorney General Bronwyn Eyre reiterated calls for bail reform during a Justice Committee meeting on Monday, which included a request for a new reverse onus system for weapons offences. “Police chiefs across the country are calling for reform. Sheriffs deployed to cities, downtowns, provinces are having to devote and deploy additional resources…
Walmart’s Exodus From Portland Draws Attention to Retail Crime and a Troubled City
March 10, 2023
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Walmart announced in February that it will close its last two stores in the city of Portland, Oregon, by March 24. Though the retailer did not say whether relentless shoplifting was a factor in shuttering the locations, Walmart CEO Doug McMillon warned last year that an uptick in retail theft could lead to store closures…
These Lawmakers Voted ‘No’ on Senate Resolution to Overturn DC Crime Law
The U.S. Senate on March 8 overwhelmingly approved a House-passed bill that would overturn a controversial District of Columbia crime law that critics have blasted as being soft on crime. The measure will next go to the desk of President Joe Biden, who’s said he wouldn’t veto the bill. The chamber passed the measure in…
Biden Supports Republicans in Blocking DC Crime Bill
Commentary President Joe Biden announced he will not veto a resolution passed by the Republican-controlled House which overturns a new District of Columbia crime reform law, assuming the resolution passes in the Senate. The district is under federal jurisdiction, so Congress can overturn D.C. legislation. But this is the first time in 30 years that…
Former Gang Member Explains Why Los Angeles Is Becoming Unsafe | Gil Tejada
“When I was young, we were looking at the gang members and saying, ‘Well, that’s what I want to be.’ When are you going to have these kids out there saying, ‘Oh, no, my uncle is out there. He’s 20-some years old. That’s what I want to be.’” Siyamak sits down with Gil Tejada, founder…
Last Witnesses in Murdaugh Case Before Jury Sees Crime Scene
Alex Murdaugh’s former law partner said Tuesday that he is past his anger over millions of dollars stolen from the firm, as the final witnesses in the South Carolina double murder trial testified and the court prepared to bring jurors to the scene of the killings. Ronnie Crosby had a testy exchange with defense attorney…
Defense at Murdaugh Trial Says 2 Shooters; Jury to See Scene
A defense expert in the double murder trial of disgraced South Carolina attorney Alex Murdaugh testified Monday that he thinks two different shooters killed Murdaugh’s wife and son. While the idea has hovered over the trial because two different weapons were used and no evidence has been presented suggesting either victim tried to defend themselves,…
Organized Retail Theft to Become Class 3 Felony in Virginia Amid Surge in Shoplifting
February 27, 2023
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Virginia state lawmakers on Feb. 23 approved legislation that will make organized retail theft a Class 3 felony and could leave those convicted of the crime eligible for prison sentences of up to 20 years. The bill, HB 1885, was introduced by Republican delegate Kathy Byron, and will make it a Class 3 felony for anyone to conspire or act in…
Alex Murdaugh Law Partner Talks Crime Scene Problems, Thefts
A former law partner of Alex Murdaugh testified at his double murder trial Wednesday that more than a dozen people walked around the scene of the killings of Murdaugh’s wife and son before state-level law enforcement arrived. After South Carolina agents arrived, they sent Murdaugh, his law partners, and friends into the sprawling property’s home,…
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