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Category: Criminal Justice

Years after rapper was convicted for killing, questions raised about his case

In 2000, someone shot a young man in a Slidell club. Investigators quickly zeroed in on McKinley Phipps Jr., a rising star in New Orleans’ rap scene. He was convicted of manslaughter. But witnesses have raised questions about the key eyewitness, and one woman says she was coerced into pointing the finger at Phipps.
by The Medill Justice Project December 23, 2014 Updated November 7, 2019

Executions in Louisiana on hold until at least June

The state didn't say why it sought the delay. A scheduling conference is now set for two weeks after the 2015 legislative session ends.
by Della Hasselle November 17, 2014 Updated November 7, 2019

George Carter, 15, was not a demon and not an angel, but he’s dead — and that should be our focus

by Jed Horne November 14, 2014 Updated November 7, 2019

Chief public defender: Vote tomorrow for judges willing to back sentencing reform

Twenty-year sentences for non-violent, victimless crimes are both unjust and a huge waste of taxpayer dollars.
by Derwyn Bunton November 3, 2014 Updated November 7, 2019

Simple change could add $20 to traffic tickets in New Orleans, to benefit DA

District Attorney says flick of the pen would help his office; Criminal Court projects deficit this year.
by Thomas Thoren October 29, 2014 Updated November 7, 2019

Mayor, sheriff quietly end much-criticized per diem method for paying for prisoners

City says in January, it started paying Gusman a flat amount, though such an arrangement could run afoul of decades-old federal court order.
by Charles Maldonado October 27, 2014 Updated November 7, 2019

If elected judge, Ernest ‘Freddie’ Charbonnet pledges to create task force to remake juvenile justice system

Juvenile Court doesn’t leave children better off, he says.
by Della Hasselle October 23, 2014 Updated November 7, 2019

Yolanda King says she would streamline Juvenile Court docket, seek alternatives to youth detention

She has been pulled from the bench until criminal charges are resolved, but she’s running for re-election.
by Della Hasselle October 23, 2014 Updated November 7, 2019

Cynthia D. Samuel says she has experience, temperament for Juvenile Court judge

Over 23 years, she has handled thousands of Juvenile Court hearings and trials.
by Della Hasselle October 23, 2014 Updated November 7, 2019

Niki Roberts would advocate for vocational training, mentoring for kids in Juvenile Court

Many children in prison-like facilities don’t belong there, Roberts said.
by Della Hasselle October 23, 2014 Updated November 7, 2019

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