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Criminal Justice

Asking why and how, and what needs to be done.

Council to consider ordinances requiring greater transparency on facial recognition, police operations

Cantrell admin opposes proposal calling for NOPD to submit raw data on crime, staffing and surveillance usage.
by Nick Chrastil August 3, 2022 Updated August 3, 2022

New Orleans DA Jason Williams acquitted on all counts

His former law partner was found guilty of four tax charges in a separate case that was tried jointly.
by Nick Chrastil July 28, 2022 Updated July 28, 2022

Jury begins deliberations in DA Williams tax trial

Williams, Burdett forgo witnesses, moving straight to closing arguments after prosecution rests.
by Nick Chrastil July 26, 2022 Updated July 26, 2022

First week of trial against DA Jason Williams wraps up with testimony from IRS investigator and Williams’ ex-wife

The prosecution is expected to continue its case with more witnesses on Monday.
by Nick Chrastil July 22, 2022 Updated July 26, 2022

DA’s former tax preparer testifies in federal fraud trial

Cross-examination of the key government witness will continue on the trial's fourth day, July 21
by Nick Chrastil July 20, 2022 Updated July 20, 2022

Jury hears opening arguments in tax fraud case against DA Jason Williams

If convicted, Williams could lose his law license and would likely be forced to step down as DA.
by Nick Chrastil July 19, 2022 Updated July 20, 2022

DA Williams rejected plea deal in federal tax fraud case, attorneys say

Williams trial for tax fraud began on Monday with jury selection.
by Nick Chrastil July 18, 2022 Updated July 18, 2022

DA Jason Williams heads to trial in federal tax fraud case

If convicted, Williams would likely be forced to step down as district attorney.
by Nick Chrastil July 15, 2022 Updated July 18, 2022

Jail staff ignored medical and mental health needs of detainee who died in custody last summer, lawsuit claims

Lawyers say Anthony Hunt was kept locked in a flooded jail cell prior to his death from an overdose, despite clear signs that he needed medical attention.
by Nick Chrastil July 13, 2022 Updated July 13, 2022

Louisiana kids detained in Alabama sent back after altercation at juvenile facility

Local police were able to provide limited details regarding the Tuesday incident.
by Nick Chrastil July 8, 2022 Updated July 8, 2022

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