State says it’s still waiting on Gusman to prove deputies should get extra pay
Gusman hasn’t provided proper paperwork to show they’re eligible for a $500 monthly pay bump.
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Criminal Justice
Questions over conduct of Louisiana prosecutors is before Supreme Court
A landmark decision from the U.S. Supreme Court in 1963 requires prosecutors to turn over all information that could help a criminal defendant. A recent case out of Louisiana closely tracks the facts in that case, defense attorneys say, adding that it's nothing new. But prosecutors and the state justices say the withheld information would not have made a difference.
Executions in Louisiana on hold until at least January 2018
The state didn't say exactly why it needs more time, but execution drugs are scarce nationwide.
Sheriff, state Treasury Department strike deal regarding disputed deputy pay
Nearly a week later, though, sheriff hasn't provided promised records to the state.
Young New Orleanians are using hip-hop to organize against violence and crime
Through recordings and weekly performance nights, young artists pull back from brushes with the law.
Changes at 911 call center lead to departures and shortage of dispatchers
Nearly 20 percent of staff leaving as state agency takes over unified operation.
Do ‘tough on crime’ state legislators have the courage to get smart on crime? We’ll soon see
Texas is way ahead of Louisiana on justice reform, and its crime rates have dropped as prison populations shrink.
To accelerate prison reform, put a human face on mass incarceration
Personal stories of redemption behind bars can help America redeem itself from failed prison policies.
State treasurer denies bonus pay to 38 Orleans Parish deputies; Gusman sues
A state report released this week said some deputies have been getting the extra pay illegally.
Legislative Auditor questions $1 million in pay bonuses handed out by Gusman
Employees got supplements meant for law enforcement personnel even if their jobs involved little, if any, law enforcement.
