Topic: Michelle Dempsey
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Jaycee Dugard lawsuit seen as a long shot. What can it accomplish?
Jaycee Dugard is suing the US, alleging 'gross neglect' by federal officers in charge of supervising the parolee who abducted her. A spokeswoman for Jaycee Dugard says proceeds from the suit would go to her charity.
09/23/2011 10:38 pm -
Jaycee Dugard case: surprise 'not guilty' plea hints at delay tactics ahead
Phillip Garrido, accused of kidnapping Jaycee Dugard in 1991 at age 11, pleaded not guilty Thursday and is contesting the legitimacy of his indictment, signaling a bid to delay the case.
04/08/2011 08:10 pm -
Barry Bonds trial opens with push to prevent 'roundabout justice'
Jury selection begins Monday in the Barry Bonds trial. A primary goal is to find jurors who will focus on the actual charges in the case – perjury – and not allegations of steroid use.
03/21/2011 07:28 pm -
Defending Jared Lee Loughner: Will an insanity plea work?
If Jared Lee Loughner's defense attorney, Judy Clarke, decides on an insanity plea, many experts believe it will fail. The burden of proof that the defense bears in such cases has grown in recent years.
01/21/2011 07:53 pm
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