Life imitates art that was based on real life in Cyprus, where a young woman is charged after retracting a rape allegation.
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An Unbelievable Retraction In Cyprus
Tag Archives: Crime
Dishonor Killings, Abroad And At Home
‘Honor killings’ occur abroad, but our own domestic violence scourge shares its roots and society’s resignation toward it.
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The Importance Of Corroboration
Our senses can be deceived, so relying on objective external evidence is the best way to avoid getting lost in the clouds.
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For Wanton Cruelty, Punishment Or Redemption?
How should the law handle a teenager who shoots and kills a puppy for target practice?
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Abduction In Lieu Of Arrest
You won’t get arrested for smoking pot in public in New York City, but you won’t necessarily go free either.
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A Tragic Mistake Is Not Necessarily A Crime
If a bad decision has fatal consequences, must someone go to prison for it?
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Michigan State Chief To Victims: Tough Luck
Legal obstacles impede abuse victims from suing Michigan State University. The school’s new chief wants to keep it that way.
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Freedom For The ‘Aspirational Terrorist’
It isn’t entrapment for authorities to go after ‘aspirational terrorists’ before they commit mayhem.
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You Track Weather, It Tracks You
Many people use weather apps to keep a close eye on seasonal dangers. Given a chance, those apps also keep a close eye on us.
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