innocence
The presumption of innocence is a cornerstone of the American legal system and a right that should not be taken for granted.
Drawing the Line
If you threaten someone online, even if you don't mean it, have you still broken the law? The Supreme Court wrestled with this complex question in the Anthony Elonis case.
Victor PopePublished 6 months ago in CriminalNerf Wars and Handcuffs
The sound of children laughing and playing is typically heartwarming and nostalgic, but on one particular July afternoon, it was replaced by frightened cries and the piercing screams of sirens. On July 24, 2019, in Colorado Springs, Colorado, ten-year-old Gavin Carpenter's world was turned upside down by an overzealous driver and a criminal justice system gone awry. Gavin lived with his parents, Chris and Stephanie Carpenter, and two siblings on the Fort Carson Army base outside Colorado Springs.
Victor PopePublished 6 months ago in CriminalThe Many Faces of Resilience
The experience of being raped is one that no woman should ever have to endure. Yet, sadly, it is a harsh reality that many women around the world face every day. Despite the trauma and pain inflicted upon them, these women continue to rise above their circumstances and display incredible strength and resilience. Their stories are a testament to the human spirit and the power of survival. In this blog post, we will explore the many faces of resilience through the inspiring stories of women who have survived rape and are reclaiming their lives.
Muhamed BashPublished 6 months ago in CriminalThe Sunday Detective Club
Five people in the sleepy village of Willowbrook, where retirement was the standard, were desperate for one final adventure. These were retired individuals who had dedicated their life to developing distinctive abilities, and they were eager to apply them. They formed a detective club every Sunday, meeting in the comfortable confines of Willowbrook Retirement Center with the goal of cracking the cold cases that had bewildered the local police for years.
Tinyiko ShitlhanguPublished 6 months ago in CriminalPower Automate Desktop (PAD) Source Sharing
About Power Automate Desktop Power Automate Desktop (PAD) is an automation tool that is basically free to use for Windows 10/11 users.
Tricks TipsPublished 6 months ago in CriminalEthics and the Death Penalty
In January 2020, the state of Georgia carried out the execution of Donnie Cleveland Lance, convicted of murdering his ex-wife and her boyfriend in 1997. Lance's case was far from straightforward, however. At the heart of it was a fierce debate about the death penalty itself, issues of mental competency, and the anguish of the victims’ loved ones.
Victor PopePublished 6 months ago in CriminalEchoes of Privilege
In December 2014, a tragic event shocked the Episcopal Diocese of Maryland and the larger community when cyclist Tom Palermo lost his life in a hit-and-run accident. The driver who initially fled the scene was Heather Cook, an ordained Bishop in the church. This case raised difficult questions about justice, forgiveness, accountability, and the examination of conscience.
Victor PopePublished 6 months ago in CriminalJustice or Overreach?
Despite widespread objections, Kansas enacted a law in the '90s authorizing the state to detain sex offenders beyond the end of their criminal sentences. The underlying premise: protecting the general public, with children at the forefront, from future sexual assault. But did the law succeed? The law targeted offenders deemed “sexually violent predators” enabling the state to detain them in mental institutions.
Victor PopePublished 6 months ago in CriminalUnintended Homicide to Death Row
Rickie Lee Fowler's path to death row began long before he lit the match that sparked one of the most destructive wildfires in California history. By examining his traumatic childhood and violent history, we gain insight into how he became capable of such reckless cruelty.
Victor PopePublished 6 months ago in CriminalEclipsed Innocence
In the annals of true crime, certain cases captivate the public imagination, leaving behind a trail of unanswered questions, shattered lives, and dark secrets that continue to haunt us. Two such cases that have gripped the world are the unsolved murders of JonBenét Ramsey and the mysterious disappearance of Madeleine McCann. Despite years of investigations, both cases remain shrouded in mystery, leaving behind a sense of unease and a plethora of unanswered questions.
The Weirdest Serial Killer Ever
The biggest serial killer in Brazil, Pedro Rodrigues Filho or as he was known as “Pedrinho Matador”, justified that he committed the murders of people he considered bad. Pedrinho's criminal record contains 70 homicides, however the serial killer disputes this by saying that he has already killed more than 100 people.
Gonçalo PizarroPublished 6 months ago in CriminalPolice Shakedown Kent State May 4 site
UPDATE: My ticket was dismissed and the Museum sent me a letter of apology. The Kent State Police Department took the path of least resistance and ignored me. I am grateful for the museum for attending to this matter for me, however.
Julie O'Hara - Author, Poet and Spiritual WarriorPublished 6 months ago in Criminal