The Zimmerman illustrates the differences between jury trials and plea bargains. Race is only indirectly involved.
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A Legal Scholar Overreaches From The Bench
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By rejecting the SEC’s settlement with Citigroup, a federal judge has appointed himself to enforce federal securities laws. He overreached.
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Making Good On A Promise
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The Sixth Amendment guarantees the accused a right “to a speedy and public trial” and to “the assistance of counsel.” …
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Nothing Crazy Except The System
Caught in legal limbo, a defendant demands his speedy trial – and his lawyers question his mental soundness for it.
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