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Amanda Knox Hopes to 'Welcome' Melissa Lucio to Her 'Exoneree Family'
Lucio, who was convicted of murdering her 2-year-old daughter after the infant fell down the stairs, is set to be executed next week.
Capitol Rioter Who Said Trump 'Ordered' Him May Face 20 Years
A jury found Capitol rioter Dustin Thompson guilty of felony obstruction of Congress and five other charges on Thursday.
Former Cop Found Guilty of Jan. 6 Obstruction of Congress, 5 Other Counts
Thomas Robertson's former fellow officer and alleged co-conspirator Jacob Fracker struck a deal last month and served as a key witness for the prosecution.
Jeff Fortenberry Resigning After Convictions and Urging From GOP Leaders
The congressman was found guilty of lying to federal investigators about a $30,000 donation from a Nigerian billionaire.
Billy Ray Turner Convicted of Killing Former NBA Player Lorenzen Wright
Wright was found dead in Memphis in 2010, and Turner and Wright's ex-wife were arrested in connection with the murder in 2017.
'Rot in Hell': Victim Berates Ex-Sheriff Who Sexually Abused Him
Victims testified that the abuse inflicted by the former sheriff had lasting impacts on their lives, including causing PTSD and substance abuse problems.
Michael Avenatti Convicted of Cheating Stormy Daniels Out of $300K
"I'm very disappointed in the jury's verdict. I look forward to a full adjudication of all of the issues on appeal," Avenatti told CNN.
Drew Peterson Cites Grievances in Asking Judge to Vacate Murder Conviction
Peterson claims former attorney Joel Brodsky gave him unsatisfactory legal advice that he says led to his 38-year murder sentence.
Alleged Sexual Misconduct By Judge Leads to Retrial in Murder Case
Robert Hashagen III was found guilty of murder and sentenced to life behind bars. Now, he gets a rare second chance in court.
Former Coach Convicted of Lying About Larry Nassar Has Conviction Reversed
Judges did not rule that Kathie Klages had told the truth to investigators, but that her interviews were "inconsequential" to the investigation.
Harvey Weinstein Could Be Headed for Retrial for 'Prejudicial Testimony'
The New York panel argued the decision to use testimony from women whose sexual assault allegations were not part of his charges resulted in an unfair trial.
St. Louis Man Sentenced to 241 Years as a Teen in 1997 Paroled
The judge who sentenced Bostic to life in prison in 1997 and advocated for his parole said so much has been discovered about brains of young people since then.
Former Danish Immigration Minister Convicted for Asylum Seekers' Separation
The Court of Impeachment convened for the first time in 26 years to try Inger Stoejberg, who now faces 60 days in detention.
Michelle and Jim Bob Duggar Call Son's Child Porn Trial a 'Grievous' Ordeal
"Our hearts and prayers are with anyone who has ever been harmed," their joint statement said.
Josh Duggar Convicted in Child Pornography Case, Faces 20 Years in Prison
Duggar and his extensive family were formerly featured in the TLC series "19 Kids and Counting."
Conviction of Lesser Charges in Arbery Case Could Lead to Felony Murder
"If the lesser-included offenses are still felonies, then it could support a felony murder conviction," defense attorney Richard Lawson told Newsweek.
Union Boss, City Council Member Convicted of Conspiracy Over No-Show Job
It is the latest conviction that has rocked the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers union chapter Local 98 in Philadelphia.
Former Louisiana Sheriff Convicted of Sexually Abusing Kids and Young Men
"The evidence was compelling, overwhelming and convincing," North Shore District Attorney Warren Montgomery said after the conviction.
Man Spends 37 Years in Prison, Denied Compensation for Wrongful Conviction
"You just got to keep your faith. That's what its about," the man said.
Ship Captain Convicted in Italy for Returning 101 Rescued Migrants to Libya
As Libya is not considered a safe port by the U.N. refugee agency or the European Union, the captain was convicted on abandonment-related charges.
Man Sentenced to Death in Murder of Wife, 4 Others Apologizes to His Family
"This is an event that should've never happened. I'd also like to apologize to my mom and my daughter," Christopher Henderson said of the quintuple homicide.
Cristhian Bahena Rivera Sentenced to Life for the Murder of Mollie Tibbetts
In May, Bahena Rivera was found guilty of first-degree murder of 20-year-old University of Iowa student Mollie Tibbetts.
TikTok Users Are Protesting Convicted Killer's Innocence: 'He's Too Cute'
Cameron Herrin pled guilty to vehicular homicide after his driving killed a mother and her child, but TikTok and Twitter users have been obsessing over him.
U.S. Attorney Calls Ex-Georgia Official Convicted of Fraud a 'Thief'
"Jim Beck treated that company that those customers paid money to as a piggy bank," an assistant U.S. Attorney said.
Man Released From Prison Plans to Marry Sister of His Alleged Victim
A judge recently overturned John Tiedjen's conviction after 32 years. Now, he plans to marry the sister of the man he was accused of killing.
Air Force Failed to Tell FBI of Felony Convictions for Texas Church Shooter
A judge said the Air Force's failure to report prior felony convictions of the 2017 Texas church shooter "caused the deaths and injuries" of the victims.
Trump Impeachment Attorney Cut Deal That Overturned Cosby Conviction
Castor struck a deal with Cosby's attorney to not bring criminal charges in 2005. Pennsylvania's highest court says the deal was legally binding on current district attorneys and overturned Cosby's conviction.
Alabama Officer William Darby Convicted of Murder for Shooting Suicidal Man
A senior officer was de-escalating the situation with a suicidal man who was holding a gun to his head when Darby entered the scene and shot the man in the face.
Man Who Attacked Orthodox Jewish Family in NYC Had 12 Prior Convictions
The 30-year-old was released from state prison in February for charges that included attempted murder.
Sarkozy Jail Sentence Buoys Trump Critics as U.S. Prosecutors Close In
Observers on both sides of the Atlantic have wondered if the "blueprint" for Trump's demise could be seen in the former French president's corruption trial.