Council passes ‘guardrails’ ordinance on police use of facial recognition, but does not require approval of judge
Criminal court judges said they wanted more information on the technology before they are in charge of approving it.
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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.
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.
Jury begins deliberations in DA Williams tax trial
Williams, Burdett forgo witnesses, moving straight to closing arguments after prosecution rests.
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.
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
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.
DA Williams rejected plea deal in federal tax fraud case, attorneys say
Williams trial for tax fraud began on Monday with jury selection.
DA Jason Williams heads to trial in federal tax fraud case
If convicted, Williams would likely be forced to step down as district attorney.
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.
