Criminal law

Do federal or state prosecutors get to go first in trying Trump? A law professor untangles the conflict

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Saturday, June 10, 2023
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But the federal charges come on top of other legal trouble Trump is facing at the state level.

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  • But the federal charges come on top of other legal trouble Trump is facing at the state level.
  • If a person is charged by federal and state prosecutors – or prosecutors in different states – at the same time, which case goes first?
  • Then, Fields pleaded guilty to federal hate crime charges after the state conviction and received two life sentences for his crime from both the state and federal charges.
  • It is exceedingly unlikely that federal prosecutors would ask a court to detain Trump in jail before trial.

Trump indictment unsealed – a criminal law scholar explains what the charges mean, and what prosecutors will now need to prove

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Saturday, June 10, 2023
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The indictment also shows that Trump shared classified national defense information with people without any security clearance, including someone on a political action committee.

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  • The indictment also shows that Trump shared classified national defense information with people without any security clearance, including someone on a political action committee.
  • There are 38 felony charges against Trump – 31 of these counts relate to withholding national defense information.
  • Five counts relate to concealing possession of classified documents, and two relate to giving false statements.
  • The Conversation spoke to criminal law scholar Gabriel J. Chin at the University of California, Davis School of Law about the most important takeaways from the unsealed indictment – and the new, open questions it presents about Trump’s alleged criminal activity.
  • What is the significance of the Justice Department’s unsealing the indictment on June 9, ahead of Trump’s turning himself in to authorities?
  • In this indictment, prosecutors are making an effort to tell the full story and explain why the actions detailed are wrongful.
  • However, it is important to note that in theory, Trump could be sentenced to the maximum on each count.

Prime Minister announces nomination of Harriet Solloway as Public Sector Integrity Commissioner of Canada

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Thursday, June 8, 2023
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The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today announced the nomination of Harriet Solloway as Public Sector Integrity Commissioner of Canada.

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  • The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today announced the nomination of Harriet Solloway as Public Sector Integrity Commissioner of Canada.
  • The Public Sector Integrity Commissioner is an independent Agent of Parliament, appointed under the Public Servants Disclosure Protection Act for a term of seven years.
  • As an Officer of Parliament, the Public Sector Integrity Commissioner investigates wrongdoing in the federal public sector and helps protect persons who make disclosures and who participate in investigations from reprisals.
  • The Office of the Public Sector Integrity Commissioner of Canada is an independent federal organization that was created in 2007 under the Public Servants Disclosure Protection Act.

Utah Virtual Academy Honors 198 graduates at Commencement

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Wednesday, May 31, 2023
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Utah Virtual Academy (UTVA) honored 198 senior graduates from more than 75 cities and towns throughout Utah during commencement exercises Tuesday.

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  • Utah Virtual Academy (UTVA) honored 198 senior graduates from more than 75 cities and towns throughout Utah during commencement exercises Tuesday.
  • In fact, more than 80 members of the class are honor or high honor students.”
    The commencement keynote speaker was Representative Candice B. Pierucci (R-Riverton/Herriman) of the Utah House of Representatives.
  • “I would like to wish a big congratulations to the 2023 graduating class of the Utah Virtual Academy!” said Pierucci.
  • “We are so proud to send our graduates out into the world to accomplish everything they set out to do.”

Rancho Cucamonga Family Law Attorney Douglas Borthwick Receives Highest Rating of Distinction for Professional Achievement and Ethics

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Thursday, May 25, 2023
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RIVERSIDE, Calif., May 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Martindale-Hubbell recognizes attorney Douglas Borthwick as AV® rated, the highest possible attorney peer review rating in both legal ability and ethical standards.

Key Points: 
  • RIVERSIDE, Calif., May 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Martindale-Hubbell recognizes attorney Douglas Borthwick as AV® rated, the highest possible attorney peer review rating in both legal ability and ethical standards.
  • Attorney Douglas Borthwick has further achieved a "SUPERB" Rating from Avvo, the highest evaluation given by the nationally acclaimed attorney rating agency.
  • Douglas Borthwick has earned the trust and respect of his clients and colleagues for his integrity, preparation, determination, and attention to detail.
  • Douglas Borthwick's experience includes, but is not exclusive of, the following areas: personal injury law, family law, criminal law, and general civil litigation practice.

Riverside Family Law Attorney Douglas Borthwick Receives Highest Rating of Distinction for Professional Achievement and Ethics

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Monday, May 22, 2023
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RIVERSIDE, Calif., May 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Martindale-Hubbell recognizes attorney Douglas Borthwick as AV® rated, the highest possible attorney peer review rating in both legal ability and ethical standards.

Key Points: 
  • RIVERSIDE, Calif., May 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Martindale-Hubbell recognizes attorney Douglas Borthwick as AV® rated, the highest possible attorney peer review rating in both legal ability and ethical standards.
  • Attorney Douglas Borthwick has further achieved a "SUPERB" Rating from Avvo, the highest evaluation given by the nationally acclaimed attorney rating agency.
  • Douglas Borthwick has earned the trust and respect of his clients and colleagues for his integrity, preparation, determination, and attention to detail.
  • Douglas Borthwick's experience includes, but is not exclusive of, the following areas: personal injury law, family law, criminal law, and general civil litigation practice.

Riverside Criminal Attorney Douglas Borthwick Awarded the Acclaimed "SUPERB" Highest Avvo Rating for Top Criminal Defense Attorney

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Wednesday, May 17, 2023
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RIVERSIDE, Calif., May 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Riverside Criminal Law Attorney Douglas Borthwick has achieved the "SUPERB" Rating from Avvo as a top criminal defense attorney, the highest evaluation given by the premier attorney rating agency.

Key Points: 
  • RIVERSIDE, Calif., May 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Riverside Criminal Law Attorney Douglas Borthwick has achieved the "SUPERB" Rating from Avvo as a top criminal defense attorney, the highest evaluation given by the premier attorney rating agency.
  • Avvo is an independent attorney rating organization that rates 97% of all attorneys in America.
  • Avvo's comprehensive rating system carefully reviews a lawyer's background and overall profile, which includes years in practice, professional achievements and industry recognition.
  • Douglas Borthwick has earned the trust and respect of his clients and colleagues for his integrity, preparation, determination, and attention to detail.

Strengthening Canada's bail system to help keep communities safe

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Tuesday, May 16, 2023
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There are specific challenges facing our bail system posed by repeat violent offending, firearms, and other dangerous weapons that need to be addressed.

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  • There are specific challenges facing our bail system posed by repeat violent offending, firearms, and other dangerous weapons that need to be addressed.
  • Bill C-48 proposes to make targeted changes to the Criminal Code's bail regime to ensure our communities stay safe.
  • It is making significant investments to prevent crime and keep communities safe, and address the causes of crime as well.
  • Canadians deserve to be safe and feel safe in their communities and to have confidence that the criminal justice system will protect them and work as intended.

Riverside Criminal Attorney Douglas Borthwick Awarded the Acclaimed "Superb" Highest Avvo Rating for Top Criminal Attorney

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Tuesday, May 16, 2023
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RIVERSIDE, Calif., May 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Riverside Criminal Law Attorney Douglas Borthwick has achieved the "SUPERB" Rating from Avvo as a top divorce attorney, the highest evaluation given by the premier attorney rating agency.

Key Points: 
  • RIVERSIDE, Calif., May 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Riverside Criminal Law Attorney Douglas Borthwick has achieved the "SUPERB" Rating from Avvo as a top divorce attorney, the highest evaluation given by the premier attorney rating agency.
  • Avvo is an independent attorney rating organization that rates 97% of all attorneys in America.
  • Avvo's comprehensive rating system carefully reviews a lawyer's background and overall profile, which includes years in practice, professional achievements and industry recognition.
  • Douglas Borthwick has earned the trust and respect of his clients and colleagues for his integrity, preparation, determination, and attention to detail.

Riverside Family Law & Divorce Attorney Douglas Borthwick Awarded the Acclaimed "SUPERB" Highest Avvo Rating for Top Family Law & Divorce Attorney

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Tuesday, May 16, 2023
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RIVERSIDE, Calif., May 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Riverside Family Law and Divorce Attorney Douglas Borthwick has achieved the "SUPERB" Rating from Avvo as a top divorce attorney, the highest evaluation given by the premier attorney rating agency.

Key Points: 
  • RIVERSIDE, Calif., May 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Riverside Family Law and Divorce Attorney Douglas Borthwick has achieved the "SUPERB" Rating from Avvo as a top divorce attorney, the highest evaluation given by the premier attorney rating agency.
  • Avvo is an independent attorney rating organization that rates 97% of all attorneys in America.
  • Avvo's comprehensive rating system carefully reviews a lawyer's background and overall profile, which includes years in practice, professional achievements and industry recognition.
  • Douglas Borthwick's experience includes, but is not exclusive of, the following areas: personal injury law, family law, criminal law, and general civil litigation practice.