Press Release and Top Society Death Penalty News From 24-7 Press Release Newswire Top Society Death Penalty, Press release and news information from 24-7 Press Release Newswire en-us 24-7 Press Release.com http://rss.24-7pressrelease.com/images/24-7PressRelease_rss_logo.gif http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/ http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press_releases_by_category.php?cat=468 The War On Drugs: The War Of The Powerful On The Powerless? http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/the-war-on-drugs-the-war-of-the-powerful-on-the-powerless-338833.php Wed, 10 Apr 2013 07:00:00 GMT MPL attorney Dean Weitzman speaks to the director of 'The House I Live In'. Maryland Citizen's Dream of Death Penalty Abolition Closer to Reality http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/maryland-citizens-dream-of-death-penalty-abolition-closer-to-reality-333065.php Mon, 04 Mar 2013 07:00:00 GMT To execute just one innocent person is too much, even if it means that people convicted of offenses like homicide will escape the ultimate punishment for their crimes Van Nuys Criminal Attorneys Bring on New Lawyer http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/van-nuys-criminal-attorneys-bring-on-new-lawyer-320645.php Tue, 18 Dec 2012 07:00:00 GMT Naderi & Weinrieb is pleased to announce that is has expanded its team of criminal defense lawyers. Attorney Mr. Lee Zavatsky is the newest member of the firm, and will be handling a variety of felony and misdemeanor cases, including DUI. Tennessee Legislature Expands Crimes Subject to Expungement http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/tennessee-legislature-expands-crimes-subject-to-expungement-289266.php Fri, 29 Jun 2012 07:00:00 GMT On July 1, 2012, an expanded Tennessee expungement statute goes into effect. The amended statute greatly increases the number of nonviolent, felony offenses and misdemeanors that may be expunged. Supreme Court May Modify Punishment for Youngest Offenders http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/supreme-court-may-modify-punishment-for-youngest-offenders-285015.php Fri, 08 Jun 2012 07:00:00 GMT The U.S. Supreme Court, which will soon rule on whether sentencing young offenders to life without parole is cruel and unusual punishment, in violation of the Eighth Amendment. What is the Difference Between Murder and Manslaughter? http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/what-is-the-difference-between-murder-and-manslaughter-283159.php Thu, 31 May 2012 07:00:00 GMT The primary difference between murder and manslaughter is intent. When the taking of a life is premeditated, a person can be charged with murder. Burton Blatt Institute Names Inaugural Olinsky Law Group Fellow http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/burton-blatt-institute-names-inaugural-olinsky-law-group-fellow-278404.php Fri, 04 May 2012 07:00:00 GMT Alumnus's Gift Will Support Next Generation of Disability Leaders Van Nuys Criminal Defense Attorneys Expand Practice http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/van-nuys-criminal-defense-attorneys-expand-practice-278220.php Thu, 03 May 2012 07:00:00 GMT The team of highly experienced criminal defense attorneys at the Law Offices of Naderi & Weinrieb are excited to announce an expansion of the firm to serve more courts and areas throughout the San Fernando Valley. Supreme Decision: Life Sentences for Juveniles 14 and Younger http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/supreme-decision-life-sentences-for-juveniles-14-and-younger-256259.php Wed, 11 Jan 2012 07:00:00 GMT Illinois is among 19 states that imposes life sentences to juveniles 14 and younger, according to the Los Angeles Times. Facts About California Wrongful Death Claims http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/facts-about-california-wrongful-death-claims-253572.php Wed, 21 Dec 2011 07:00:00 GMT California law allows the families of a person who dies because of the negligence of another to bring what is known as a wrongful death claim against the responsible parties. Pennsylvania Commission Looks at Ways to Avoid Wrongful Convictions http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/pennsylvania-commission-looks-at-ways-to-avoid-wrongful-convictions-243856.php Sun, 30 Oct 2011 07:00:00 GMT A recent report from Pennsylvania's Joint State Government Commission reviewed the problem of wrongful convictions involving drug crimes, sex offenses and other violent crimes. Book Announcement: "Betrayed," Unveiling the Iranian Conspiracy Against the United States http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/book-announcement-quotbetrayedquot-unveiling-the-iranian-conspiracy-against-the-united-states-241780.php Thu, 20 Oct 2011 07:00:00 GMT Betrayed is a spy fiction thriller centering on a conspiracy by the Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corp to distribute heroin and cocaine into the United States. The IRGC's purpose is to corrupt the West and provide financing for the Iranian hegemony. What Ehline Law Accident Attorney Says You Should Know About Alleged DUI Newport Beach Bicycle Wrongful Death http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/what-ehline-law-accident-attorney-says-you-should-know-about-alleged-dui-newport-beach-bicycle-wrongful-death-198820.php Sat, 26 Feb 2011 07:00:00 GMT Various things we can all learn from the Newport Beach bicycle accident causing a death with an alleged DUI. What Ehline Law Accident Attorney Says You Should Know About Alleged DUI Newport Beach Bicycle Wrongful Death. Prominent Criminal Defense Attorney's Expertise Featured in Popular Criminal Law Blog http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/prominent-criminal-defense-attorneys-expertise-featured-in-popular-criminal-law-blog-192118.php Thu, 20 Jan 2011 07:00:00 GMT Prominent Pittsburgh criminal defense attorney Michael V. Worgul is featured blogger in popular Pittsburgh criminal defense and DUI blog concerning the rigid system of punishment for criminal defense and DUI charges in Pennsylvania. New Jersey Murder Conviction Overturned Due to Polygraph Evidence Ruling http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/new-jersey-murder-conviction-overturned-due-to-polygraph-evidence-ruling-172782.php Thu, 30 Sep 2010 07:00:00 GMT A New Jersey man obtained a reversal of his murder conviction due to a recent NJ Supreme Court decision about polygraph evidence. Tennesse Supreme Court Rules: Life Time Supervision for Certain Sex Offenses is Punishment http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/tennesse-supreme-court-rules-life-time-supervision-for-certain-sex-offenses-is-punishment-173120.php Thu, 30 Sep 2010 07:00:00 GMT Tennesse Supreme Court sex offense ruling opens the door for possible challenges. Modifying "Pain and Suffering" Awards: When and Why http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/modifying-pain-and-suffering-awards-when-and-why-157757.php Thu, 24 Jun 2010 07:00:00 GMT Pain and suffering awards are calculated in general ways and vary wildly. They can be modified due to several reasons, either in favor or not in favor of the injured party. Criminal Justice System May Get Much Needed Overhaul http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/criminal-justice-system-may-get-much-needed-overhaul-151960.php Thu, 20 May 2010 07:00:00 GMT Congress is currently considering legislation to create a blue-ribbon commission that would study the problems of the state and federal criminal justice systems. Panic Story Frees Killer Wilbert Rideau After Three Murder Convictions http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/panic-story-frees-killer-wilbert-rideau-after-three-murder-convictions-151379.php Mon, 17 May 2010 07:00:00 GMT Louisiana convicted killer, Wilbert Rideau, a darling of The New York Times and now a free man, debuts his new book, published by Random House, In the Place of Justice. But, does his book tell the whole story? Unreliable Evidence Casts Pall Over Texas Criminal Justice System http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/unreliable-evidence-casts-pall-over-texas-criminal-justice-system-147752.php Fri, 23 Apr 2010 07:00:00 GMT Forensic evidence used to convict people of crimes is coming under the microscope. Homes for Our Troops will hold 10 Build Brigades for Severely Injured Veterans in Seven US Towns During the Month of April http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/homes-for-our-troops-will-hold-10-build-brigades-for-severely-injured-veterans-in-seven-us-towns-during-the-month-of-april-144098.php Wed, 31 Mar 2010 07:00:00 GMT Homes for Our Troops mission is to build specially adapted homes for severely injured veterans that have returned from Iraq and Afghanistan. Homes for Our Troops will hold 10 3-day build brigades in seven US towns in April. Arrested for a Crime in Las Vegas? Don't Know Where to Turn? You Need the Experience of Las Vegas Criminal Attorney Pat McDonald http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/arrested-for-a-crime-in-las-vegas-dont-know-where-to-turn-you-need-the-experience-of-las-vegas-criminal-attorney-pat-mcdonald-134864.php Sat, 30 Jan 2010 07:00:00 GMT Patrick E. McDonald, a well-respected criminal attorney in Las Vegas, can answer your questions and put your mind at ease, so you can get on with your life. Save Millions While Fighting Crime http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/save-millions-while-fighting-crime-134905.php Sat, 30 Jan 2010 07:00:00 GMT Dr. Byron Elsey's controversial new book, Angels from Hell, dispels the myths surrounding criminals and their families while providing communities with crime prevention knowledge and tools. Drew Peterson Discloses His Timeline for the Day Stacy Peterson Disappeared—Exclusively in the Investigative Book Drew Peterson Exposed http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/drew-peterson-discloses-his-timeline-for-the-day-stacy-peterson-disappearedexclusively-in-the-investigative-book-drew-peterson-exposed-66072.php Mon, 22 Sep 2008 07:00:00 GMT Nearly a year after Stacy Peterson disappeared, Drew Peterson reveals for the first time his timeline of events and his whereabouts for October 28, 2007 to Derek Armstrong, author of Drew Peterson Exposed (Kunati, Oct 1, 2008). Drew Peterson Exposed — A Book-Length Investigation Presents New Evidence and a Stinging Indictment http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/drew-peterson-exposed-a-booklength-investigation-presents-new-evidence-and-a-stinging-indictment-65839.php Sat, 20 Sep 2008 07:00:00 GMT Drew Peterson Exposed (Kunati Books, Oct 1, 2008) is a breaking-news book length investigation that presents compelling new evidence — and a stinging indictment — for one of the most provocative and high profile criminal investigations in the country.