House approves sentencing‑transparency measure combining HB 2637 and HB 3155 after divided debate A House committee substitute combining measures on sentencing clarity passed after debate about whether it increases mandatory minimums; supporters said it provides victims and communities clearer information about parole eligibility and time served.

The Missouri House has passed a controversial bill aimed at improving sentencing transparency, but critics warn it could lead to harsher penalties and unintended consequences.

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Videos released in Epstein files raise fresh questions about jail footage
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Grand Jury Transcripts from Florida Epstein Investigation to Be Released, Judge Rules A federal judge in Florida has authorized the Justice Department to release transcripts from a grand jury investigation into Jeffrey

A federal judge has authorized the Justice Department to release Florida grand jury transcripts from the Jeffrey Epstein case, providing new transparency in a high-profile investigation.

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Sentencing Guidelines Commission advances criminal‑history package; staff to model impacts The Sentencing Guidelines Commission moved toward a package of criminal‑history reforms — removing juvenile points, turning custody status into a durational add‑on, and shortening decay windows — and asked staff to run numerical impact estimates and prepare follow‑up work, including possible legislative recommendations on mandatory minimums.

The Sentencing Guidelines Commission is set to transform Minnesota's criminal-history rules, aiming for a fairer and more transparent justice system.

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Nevada Cannabis Compliance Board updates disciplinary procedures for license violations Nevada revises cannabis disciplinary procedures to streamline investigations and hearings.

Nevada is shaking up its cannabis industry by revamping disciplinary procedures to make investigations and hearings faster and more efficient!

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Center for Crime Victim Services implements victim notification system task force Victims can opt in for 90-day notices on offenders' earned time reductions.

Vermont is taking a bold step to empower crime victims by allowing them to receive updates every 90 days on offenders' earned time reductions—could this transform the justice system?

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Quality system team uncovers critical defect in widely used laboratory products Team identifies serious defect in global laboratory products manufactured in Germany

A critical defect in forensic materials was uncovered by the Houston Forensic Science Center, raising alarms about potential wrongful prosecutions worldwide.

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Vermont officials address sentencing reforms and victim rights in legislative proposal Legislators discuss proposed reforms highlighting victim rights and sentencing criteria in Vermont.

Vermont is redefining justice with groundbreaking reforms aimed at reducing incarceration while ensuring victim voices are heard, but new proposals may leave some concerns unaddressed.

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Defense challenges cell phone data handling in ongoing Bexar County court case Defense seeks clarity on cell phone evidence from juvenile court for upcoming trial.

Tensions rise in the courtroom as the defense fights for clarity on crucial cell phone evidence that could make or break their case.

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Indiana enacts law integrating law enforcement names into Giglio list by 2025 Indiana legislature approves law for prosecuting attorney's Giglio list effective July 2025

Indiana's House Bill 1471 aims to revolutionize law enforcement accountability by creating a "Giglio list" to ensure only credible officers testify in court.

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