Access to Justice
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Harvey Weinstein Gets 15 Years in New York for 2006 Sexual Assault
Harvey Weinstein sentenced to 15 years in New York after 2025 conviction, adding to his 16-year California sentence, closing a high-profile #MeToo case.
Taiwan Innocence Project Seeks Retrial in 2000 Execution Case
Taiwan Innocence Project files motion for retrial on 2000 execution, citing new evidence of wrongful conviction and coerced confession.
Ninth Circuit Blocks Idaho’s Attempts to Delay Court Filings
Ninth Circuit affirms First Amendment right to timely public access to judicial documents, rejecting Idaho's policy delaying court filing disclosures.
DR Congo Suspends Universities in M23-Controlled Zones
DR Congo halts university activities in 11 public institutions in M23-controlled areas due to security and governance concerns, affecting the 2026-2027 academic year.
Courthouse News Sues Georgia Clerks Over Delayed Court Filing Access
Courthouse News Service sues nine Georgia county clerks over delayed public access to new court pleadings, challenging restrictions on transparency.
Canadian Civil Liberties Association Sues Over Underfunded Manitoba Legal Aid
CCLA sues Canada and Manitoba alleging underfunded criminal legal aid violates constitutional rights, disproportionately impacting Indigenous peoples.
Advocates Challenge Ontario's Mandatory Cash Bail as Unconstitutional
Rights groups filed a constitutional challenge against Ontario's cash bail law, citing Charter violations and impacts on vulnerable populations.
Judge Blocks Trump Effort to Defund LA Homelessness Authority
Federal judge halts Trump administration's attempt to cut LAHSA funding, preserving $241M for homeless services in Los Angeles amid crisis.
California Supreme Court requires official records for indigent litigants
The California Supreme Court mandates lower courts provide official records to indigent litigants, reinforcing legal access and fairness in court proceedings.
EFF Releases Updated Guide on Recording Police Rights
EFF updates its comprehensive, bilingual guide clarifying citizens' rights to record law enforcement in public spaces.
South Korea Court Decision Reveals Legal Gaps in Abortion Protections
A 2026 South Korean appellate ruling highlights legal gaps in abortion laws, prompting Amnesty International to demand stronger reproductive rights protections.
BC coalition urges voting rights for incarcerated in 2026 municipal elections
A BC coalition calls on the provincial government to guarantee voting access for incarcerated individuals during 2026 local elections, addressing legal ambiguity.
California AI Rules Could Limit Nonlawyer Legal Service Programs
California's proposed AI ethics rules may restrict nonlawyer justice workers, impacting affordable legal services and access to justice.