Notorious killer bouncer sentenced Mar 27, 2008
Although Street has an earlier conviction for the murder of rival bouncer Patrick Caetano in 2002, the 15-year Regional Court sentence was overturned in the High Court and he was found guilty of a lesser crime as an accessory to murder. He is currently appealing this sentence in the Supreme Court of Appeal. (iAfrica.com)
'Heaven' haunted by Carson slaying Mar 23, 2008
Arrested for burglary in January, Lovette pleaded guilty to a lesser crime and was given a 24-month suspended sentence and was released a few days before Mahato was murdered. And North Carolina's top probation official announced a probe into why the murder suspects hadn't been supervised more closely. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Mayor requests inquiry in slayings Mar 18, 2008
Lovette stayed in jail until January, when he pleaded guilty to a lesser crime and was given a 24-month suspended sentence and released. Bell wants to know whether Lovette's criminal history as a juvenile was taken into account during that sentencing. (News & Observer)
Handgun problem can't be ignored Mar 15, 2008
Kramerica wrote on Mar 10, 2008 9:12 AM:" How many shootings at schools or malls will it take before we understand that people who intend to kill are not deterred by gun laws? Last I checked, murder is against the law everywhere. No one intent on murder will be stopped by the prospect of committing a lesser crime like illegal possession of a firearm. The intellectuals and politicians who make pious declarations about controlling guns should explain how their gunless utopia is to be realized.... (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Canadian soldiers fined, given probation for Cyprus assault Mar 6, 2008
Pelletier was charged with a lesser crime of common assault. A Cypriot judge found both men guilty Wednesday and ordered Simon to pay a $3,000 fine. (Canada.com)
John Stossel: People still die in 'gunless utopia' Feb 29, 2008
No one intent on murder will be stopped by the prospect of committing a lesser crime like illegal possession of a firearm. The intellectuals and politicians who make pious declarations about controlling guns should explain how their gunless utopia is to be realized. (Appeal Democrat, CA)
Ohio ex-cop gets 57 years for killing pregnant lover Feb 28, 2008
Cutts will appeal his conviction because of the inconsistency of his being convicted of aggravated murder in the fetus' death and guilty of the lesser crime of murder in the death. (Agencies). (Xinhuanet, China)
Analysis: Law professors doubt toddler's death was murder / Experts differ on 'probable cause' for capital charge Feb 28, 2008
She may not be guilty of capital felony but be guilty of some lesser crime such as manslaughter or risk of injury to a child, which are felonies, or criminally negligent homicide, a misdemeanor. Prosecutor Sandra L. Tullius and Judge Joseph Q. Koletsky signed the arrest warrant, indicating their conclusion that there was "probable cause" to believe that Torres, 25, of 76 Main St. in Hartford committed capital felony. (Journal Inquirer, CT)
Guns Save Lives Feb 27, 2008
No one intent on murder will be stopped by the prospect of committing a lesser crime like illegal possession of a firearm ... No one intent on murder will be stopped by the prospect of committing a lesser crime like illegal possession of a firearm. (Townhall.com)
Albany couple sentenced to six months in jail for death of autistic son (14) Feb 10, 2008
N Albany Resident wrote on Feb 9, 2008 8:33 AM:" This is a travesty. The police and DA again are concerned more about making a conviction then doing the honest and right thing. This is ironic after the DH just wrote their glowing article about the Linn prosecuters. It's obvious the parents were put in a no-win situation. If they allowed their "runner" son a fire exit out, then he would have bolted which would very likely have resulted in him getting injuried or killed in traffic or something... (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Alleged stalker faces felony charges Jan 24, 2008
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Teen pleads guilty to drug sales at Riverside lot Dec 22, 2007
Johnson pleaded guilty to the lesser crime, and was sentenced for that charge among others Nov. 1. The minimum sentence for Rondell is three years imprisonment, according to the complaint. (Austin Daily Herald, MN)
Vermonters team up to help ex-consadjust to life on outside Nov 24, 2007
One of those two was convicted of providing alcohol to a minor, a lesser crime than his original drug offense, said Miodownik, the grant administrator. Nationwide, about two-thirds of the people released from prison were arrested for another serious crime within three years of their release, according to a 1994 government study. (Boston Globe)
Dad wants man to know what was lost in killing Nov 19, 2007
Concurring that the shooting was not intentional, a grand jury declined to indict White on a murder charge - instead charging him with the lesser crime of second-degree manslaughter. A murder conviction means a maximum of 25 years to life, while second-degree manslaughter carries a maximum punishment of 5 to 15 years. (Newsday -- Entertainment)
Moscow DiaryMoscow is still blighted by a 'cops and robbers' image Oct 26, 2007
Juries have taken pity on offenders for their youth, and found them guilty of the lesser crime of "hooliganism". The authorities have tried to combat this - some of the more lenient sentences have been made more severe on appeal. (BBC News -- Europe)
Lyman jury retires for day without verdict Oct 25, 2007
If the jury decides she is not guilty of first-degree murder, it can convict her of a lesser crime of second-degree murder, voluntary manslaughter, willful injury, involuntary manslaughter, assault causing serious injury, assault with intent to inflict serious injury or simple assault. Prison sentences for those charges range from 50 years to 30 days. (Sioux City Journal, IO)
Commentary -- We can do much more Oct 18, 2007
They all expressed the same frustrations special treatment for select lawyers, four-time losers allowed to cop a plea to a lesser crime, continuance after continuance as lawyers shopped for the right judge. They begged me to do something to shine a light on it. (Marshfield Mariner, MA)
Four arrested in teen sex case Oct 13, 2007
i'm gonna be pretty disappointed if they are allowed to plea down to some lesser crime and they end up doing next to nothing. ivan - Oct 12, 2007 04:40:03 PM. (Yuma Daily Sun, AZ)
Hazings prevalent, but policies, appropriate punishments vague Oct 9, 2007
If no touching is involved, hazing can still be a lesser crime, such as disorderly conduct, which involves behavior that alarms or disturbs someone. And plenty of students are upset, judging from a 2000 study by Alfred University researchers who found that 48 percent of students surveyed reported being hazed in high school, and more than 70 percent of the hazed students reported negative consequences. (Harrisburg Daily Register, IL)
Baby's killer gets no more time Oct 7, 2007
The second time, in 2004, a jury convicted her of the lesser crime of manslaughter, for which the punishment is at least five years. She'd already served nearly six. (Anchorage Daily News)
From iPhone to iBrick? Oct 6, 2007
From iPhone to iBrick. Recent Posts Stories By Date. (Washington Post)
Spector judge to drop instruction Sep 22, 2007
Another option - to give the jury the option of finding Mr Spector guilty of the lesser crime of involuntary manslaughter - was rejected in case it was seen as telling the jurors what to do. Judge Fidler came to his decision after interviewing the jurors. (BBC News -- Americas)
Homicide charge dropped in collision that was filmed Sep 10, 2007
Derendoff was acquitted of manslaughter, but the jury deadlocked on whether Derendoff had committed the lesser crime of criminally negligent homicide. Derendoff had been set to begin a second trial this month for criminally negligent homicide. (Anchorage Daily News)
Officer assault charge dropped Sep 7, 2007
PORTSMOUTH During a rare legal deal, local police dropped an assault on a police officer charge against a city woman, in exchange for her guilty plea to a lesser crime. Police say Shannon Goodwin, 36, of 245 Middle Street, kicked Portsmouth Police Officer Charlie Raizes in the groin March 10, during an incident in which she assaulted another man and resisted arrest. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Does The Punishment Fit The Crime? Sep 6, 2007
One of the main issues with sentencing is that sex offenders, particularly on their first offense, can plea bargain down to a lesser crime, cutting back on or even eliminating jail time, as well as decreasing the possibility that they will have to be put on the state sex offender registry. "If they're not spending time in jail, you're sending a message of tolerance toward them," Ahearn said, adding that committing a sexual offense of any kind "is rarely a mistake. Sentencing is unquestionably... (Suffolk Life Newspapers, NY)
Spector jury has only one charge to ponder Aug 30, 2007
Both the prosecution and defense agreed that the legal definitions of lesser crimes do not fit this case ... Deputy District Attorney Alan Jackson said he wanted to be assured that he would not be sandbagged by any defense attorney telling jurors in final arguments that there might be a lesser crime involved. (MSNBC -- News)
What would a Vick plea deal mean? Aug 15, 2007
He ll plead to a lesser crime not do anytime and play by week number 6. However, dog fighting is against the law granted and some dogs lost there lifes I m not outraged about it, 60% of the dogs who are impounded are euthanized put to sleep killed, whichever you prefer. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
California: It's ID theft, but money's not the goal Aug 13, 2007
This is not a lesser crime, said Keith Burt, a San Diego deputy district attorney. The harm is enduring. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Sixth person arrested in ball bat assault case Aug 11, 2007
Because Dean is charged with a lesser crime of evidence tampering, his bond will be determined by local authorities. The other five individuals implicated in the case must go before a state judicial court to determine their bond. (WWalker County Messenger, GA)
Liberian Courts Battle Rape Scourge Aug 7, 2007
Rape was so prevalent during the civil war that many have come to see it as a petty offense, a lesser crime when compared with other atrocities such as cutting out a man's heart and eating it. While a four-year-old peace has brought an end to overt acts of war, government officials say rape remains rampant _ especially of children, who are easier targets. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- World)
Eve-teasing nightmare for 10-yr-old Jul 24, 2007
Such corrupt practice (showing lesser crime) will not be very good for India or the Police force. Posted by jay at 23:2 on Jul 23, 2007. (NDTV.com)
Judge reduces conviction, sentence in shooting Jul 14, 2007
On Friday, Judge Judith Clark reduced the attempted murder conviction to the lesser crime of attempted voluntary manslaughter. Urrutia could have been sentenced to a minimum of 25 years in prison when he went to court Friday. (North County Times)
Happy 4th of July everyone, and be glad we live in a country where we can have open discussions (I use the term loosley there). Be safe and be happy, we still live in America! More... Jul 4, 2007
Eddie W. SD Law Student: "This is absurd. You can be deported for crimes that'll only get you probation. Not all of these people are illegal, some are permanent residents. Most of these people cannot afford a decent lawyer and so they get convicted of offense they didn't do or would have got off/or charged with a lesser crime, as well as that fact that they can't afford a decent immigration lawyer.". Readers respond to our July 2 story about how business is brisk at food banks in the region as... (North County Times)
Black teen guilty in beating case Jun 29, 2007
Trying to head off the possibility that jurors might convict Bell of a lesser crime, Reed referred to the pictures of Barker's battered face. "Is that simple battery? It is not," Walters said. (MSNBC -- Race)
Smith convicted on five counts of assault Jun 9, 2007
However, jurors were given the option of convicting him for the lesser crime of simple assault in this trial. Jurors levied the aggravated assault conviction on Smith for shooting at his stepdaughter, Sheena Tillman. (Brookhaven Daily Leader, MS)
Woman who killed minister husband gets 3 years in prison Jun 9, 2007
A jury found her guilty of the lesser crime of manslaughter after she testified she was physically and emotionally abused by her husband. Photo Copyright Getty Images. (FOX23 News, NY)
Cityscape: Seoul Jun 4, 2007
" is a common night scene in central Seoul. This lifestyle, however, has met a foe. The police are putting up random roadblocks to ferret out drunken drivers, who risk losing their licenses. Some intoxicated drivers who spot such a roadblock leave their cars and flee - illegal parking is a lesser crime. But many drivers in Seoul concur that the best solution is the relatively new invention of the replacement driver. Until recently, city centers were clogged with tipsy people lurching onto the... (International Herald Tribune)
Court Says Marjorie Knoller Could Be Put Back In Prison Jun 1, 2007
Knoller, 51, who now lives in Florida, has already been released on parole from a four-year sentence for the lesser crime of involuntary manslaughter in the death of lacrosse coach Diane Whipple on Jan. 26, 2001. But if the jury's original verdict of second-degree murder is reinstated, she could be returned to prison for 12 or more additional years. (NBC 11, CA)
Jury orders death penalty in cop killing May 24, 2007
Had jurors decided Gray's death was not premeditated, but a lesser crime as Rivera's attorneys argued, the jury's job would have been done three weeks ago, and the Colusa County judge who presided over the trial would have decided how long Rivera should stay in prison. Instead, the jury found Rivera guilty of the most serious charge it could, first-degree murder. (Modesto Bee, CA)
No sign of sexual assault in killing May 10, 2007
Zaremba further argued that because attempted rape is detailed in a separate statute than first-degree rape, jurors could not convict Gaumer of the lesser crime if they decide the evidence does not support a rape conviction. Brobst disagreed. (SunSpot.net)
Lawyers Detained in New Zimbabwe Crackdown May 7, 2007
com: Zimbabwe: Police Detain Lawyers (Page 1 of 1). Use our pull-down menus to find more stories. (allAfrica.com)
Blood money: A tragedy in Japan Apr 29, 2007
In the Ridgway case, the trail of the drug that killed her led to Obara - enough, in the judge's view, to convict Obara of what was clearly a lesser crime than the savage attack on Blackman. Ridgway's death, after all, could be explained as date rape gone wrong. (Asia Times Online)
Man acquitted in neighbor's killing Apr 27, 2007
A year and a half ago, Grove turned down a prosecutor's offer to plead no contest to a lesser crime and be put on probation but not serve jail time, Kinney said. Instead, Grove insisted on a trial -- risking a potential 21-year prison sentence if convicted. (Fresno Bee -- Local)
Ex-deputy acquitted of battery Apr 26, 2007
Mabe should have tried him of a lesser crime like the one from out of town 2 days ago. Love to read the transcript of this trial. (Pensacola News Journal)
Consultants to evaluate Lake County justice system Apr 25, 2007
e'll work with the judges to kick someone loose who is in for a lesser crime, Todd said. ake County has simply outgrown its current courthouse and jail, the Lake County Justice Center Planning Committee, chaired by Doug Wold, said in a news release. (Missoulian, MT)
Jury Begins Deliberations in Mary Winkler's Husband-Slay Trial Apr 20, 2007
But Farese left open the possibility that she could have been guilty of a lesser crime. (Story continues below). (Fox News -- Views)
Moscow foreign students to stay in on Hitler's birthday Apr 20, 2007
Activists say that the authorities are in denial about the problem and regularly classify race attacks as the lesser crime of hooliganism. Courts also impose lenient sentences, they say. (Guardian Unlimited)
Pastor's wife: Slaying an accident Apr 19, 2007
But Farese left open the possibility that she could be guilty of a lesser crime. If convicted of first-degree murder, Winkler could be sentenced to up to 60 years in prison. (FOX59, IN)
Preacher's Wife Case Goes to Jury Apr 19, 2007
But Farese left open the possibility that she could have been guilty of a lesser crime. Have they proven any crime. (Guardian Unlimited -- World)
Fatal shot was accidental, preacher's wife says Apr 19, 2007
But Farese left open the possibility that she could have been guilty of a lesser crime. "Have they proven any crime? Well - and this is hard for me to say - maybe," Farese said. (AZCentral -- News)
Charges dropped against Haditha Marine Apr 18, 2007
julie wrote on April 17, 2007 6:01 PM:"Making the correct decision under pressure in a deadly situation is extremely difficult. Too bad they can't charge these men with a lesser crime, if innocent Iraqi people WERE killed, without depriving them of the rest of their lives and liberty when they were obeying orders, trying to stay alive, and most importantly, carrying on a complex, confusing war in a highly hostile environment. It reminds me of Vietnam - the enemies look just like the friendly... (North County Times)
Mistrial declared in murder trial Apr 6, 2007
The lesser crime of second-degree murder also was an option for jurors. Deliberations lasted for the better part of three days before Thursday's mistrial was declared. (Herald Sun)
Excluded Woolmer never had full control of the team Mar 26, 2007
"As Jamaican police continued to try to piece together the last hours of Woolmer's life amid a whirl of rumours that at times has felt self-generating, Khan also claimed that "spot-fixing", a lesser crime than match-fixing whereby players deliberately manipulate individual moments in a game, was "very much prevalent" in international cricket. But he added that Woolmer, whom he described as "a friend", had never spoken to him about any concerns he may have had over members of his team throwing... (Guardian Unlimited)
Husband in love triangle speaks out about killing Mar 23, 2007
And if the young man across from me plotted to commit a crime and is not trying to get off with a lesser crime. . (MSNBC -- Crime)
Cabela’s to open Rapid City store Mar 23, 2007
wrote on March 23, 2007 6:45 AM:"How educated are you? Students are ACCEPTING not excepting $8 - $10/hour wages and they do it by their own choice. If you choose to stay in South Dakota, you get the good with the not so good. I graduated college and chose to stay with the lesser wage, the lesser cost of living, the lesser crime rate and all the benefits of the Black Hills. If you want to make $50-60,000 a year, you may have to leave SD to do it and return with experience to get a higher paying... (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Trial starts in ex-gang member's slaying Mar 16, 2007
Carmody suggested that Cason may be guilty of a lesser crime, such as manslaughter. Police have said Coney was not targeted. (Newsday -- Long Island)
Final ruling nears for SJC's Hennessey Mar 9, 2007
"Hennessey, the son of a machinist, was born in South Boston and baptized in Gate of Heaven Catholic Church, but by age 6 his family had moved to Newton. After college at Northeastern University he joined the Army, and eventually won promotion to captain with a Bronze Star for combat service in the Mediterranean theater. It was in the Army that Hennessey's interest in the law took seed. Because of a shortage of lawyers, some laymen were called upon to help prosecute and defend those accused in... (Boston Globe)
Attempted kidnap charge for Nowak Mar 3, 2007
Prosecutors charged Nowak with lesser crime of attempted kidnapping. This combination photo shows NASA Astronaut Lisa Nowak (L) and William Oefelein in their official NASA portraits. (MSNBC -- Technology)
He even complained about lager on their dream trip to Egypt Feb 13, 2007
A jury found Linda McGhee guilty of the lesser crime of culpable homicide. She will be sentenced next month. (Glasgow Daily Record)
Trammell found guilty Feb 8, 2007
DURANT A Cartwright man on trial for murder for the second time was found guilty of a lesser crime but given a stiffer sentence. Prosecutors were seeking a first-degree murder conviction for Stanley Norris Trammell, 57, Cartwright, accused of gunning down two patrons at Hambone's Bar in Cartwright. (Durant Daily Democrat, OK)
Boys break into school Feb 7, 2007
fed up wrote on February 06, 2007 2:38 PM:"Why would anything be done with them? The boy that painted all the hateful grafitti on the barn in Lansing wasn't really punished. Criminal damage to property?? Come on, why wasn't it classified as a hate crime, which is what it truly was!! They continue to do what they want because they know nothing will ever happen to them. Maybe parents need to start having to be punished right along with the kids that are doing wrong. 9 times out of 10, the parents... (Leavenworth Times, KS)
Murder trial ends with plea Jan 26, 2007
On Monday, the murder trial of Joshua Dial ended when the 20-year-old agreed to plead guilty to a lesser crime, attempted assault with a deadly weapon inflicting serious injury. The plea came after evidence suggested Dial did not fire the shot that killed Damian Stephens on Dec. 16, 2004. (Lumberton The Robesonian, NC)
School slaying puts spotlight on Asperger syndrome Jan 21, 2007
"Diminished capacity can take first-degree murder down to second-degree. It can generally reduce the crime itself to lesser crime.". Denner said he "probably" has represented a client who has the syndrome because it's "not an uncommon condition. Usually people have a variety of different things.". (The Standard-Times, MA)
Court Rules for Gov't in Deporation Case Jan 18, 2007
In the Supreme Court, Duenas-Alvarez's attorney argued that the charge was ambiguous on whether Duenas-Alvarez actually drove the stolen car or committed a lesser crime such as joyriding. The defense attorney argued that the California Vehicle Code provision at issue in the case created a category of crime that falls outside the generic definition of theft, and the defense attorney cited three California court cases seeking to prove his point. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- World)
On the Beat Jan 17, 2007
People are often charged with possession of stolen property, a lesser crime, if it can t be proven they were the one who stole the vehicle. There were three reported arsons in the beginning of 2005 compared to five in the first half of 2006. (Anacortes Weekly, WA)
