Category: Criminal law

German Police Conduct Nationwide Crackdown on Citizens Accused of Online Speech Crimes

ICE, ICE Baby: Denver City Council Ends Car Theft Tracking System to Protect Illegal Immigrants

The Denver City Council has voted unanimously to shutter a highly successful anti-theft auto license plate tracking system. The system was not closed due to concerns about privacy or finances. It was shut down because Democratic members believed that ICE could use the data to deport illegals.

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“Where You At?”: California Vice Mayor Under Investigation After Calling on Gangs to Protect Their “Turf” Against ICE

The Vice Mayor of Cudahy, Cynthia Gonzalez, is reportedly being investigated by the FBI after she posted a video urging criminal organizations like the 18th Street and Florencia 13 gangs to protect their “turf” against ICE. The call for gang action is disgraceful, particularly as ICE reports a 500 percent increase in attacks on its officers. However,  I do not believe that the comments can be the basis for a criminal charge and would be considered protected speech. Continue reading ““Where You At?”: California Vice Mayor Under Investigation After Calling on Gangs to Protect Their “Turf” Against ICE”

“In the Spirit of Your Loyalty”: LA Citycouncil Member Asks Police to Warn Citizens of Federal Operations

There was an extraordinary moment this week in Los Angeles where  City Councilmember Imelda Padilla asked LAPD Chief Jim McDonnell to monitor and warn citizens whenever the federal authorities are conducting an operation or seeking to make an arrest. Padilla asked McDonnell if they could use “AI” and other means to give immigrants a heads up to allow them to oppose or evade federal law enforcement. McDonnell gently explained that Padilla was asking him to commit a crime. Continue reading ““In the Spirit of Your Loyalty”: LA Citycouncil Member Asks Police to Warn Citizens of Federal Operations”

Always Ready, Always There: Democrats Mobilize Against the National Guard Deployment

Below is my column in Fox.com on the deployment of National Guard in Los Angeles. Another round of court challenges are unfolding, but the escalation is likely to continue on both sides. While the Guard’s motto is “Always Ready, Always There!,” California Democrats do not want them between rioters and federal law enforcement.

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British Blasphemy Prosecution: London Man Convicted After Burning Qur’an

We recently discussed how the United Kingdom has continued its erosion of free speech by pushing an effective blasphemy law. Now, a London man has been convicted of a “religiously aggravated public order offence.” Hamit Coskun, 50, a Turkish-born Armenian-Kurdish atheist was arrested after burning a Qur’an. Continue reading “British Blasphemy Prosecution: London Man Convicted After Burning Qur’an”

Democrats Pledge Impeachments and Prosecutions When They Return to Power

Various Democrats are promising to investigate and impeach President Donald Trump if they retake the House next year. At the same time, others are promising a scorched earth campaign against those who support Trump, including Elon Musk. Representative Suhas Subramanyam (D-VA) declared this week that Musk committed crimes and will be at the top of the list.  Continue reading “Democrats Pledge Impeachments and Prosecutions When They Return to Power”

Unfinished Business: FBI Moves to Reopen Dobbs Leak Investigation

Dan Bongino, the FBI’s deputy director, has announced that the bureau is reexamining the long-controversial investigations into the leaking of the Dobbs decision, the pipe bombs left on Jan. 6th and the cocaine found at the White House. All three investigations led to speculation over political influences on the unresolved outcome. I am aware of no credible evidence of such influence, but there is reason to hope that this reopening of the investigation into the Dobbs leak could bring accountability for the most egregious violation of ethics in the modern Court’s history.

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Vandal Wearing “UCLA Law” Sweater Destroys Pro-Life Display on Campus

We have been following a rise in political violence and property destruction on the left this year. The latest such example is from UCLA where a young man destroyed pro-life posters. This man is accused of previously stealing signs from the group and the group has posted images of the alleged perpetrator wearing a “UCLA Law” sweater.(Note: There has been no official determination or charge that this is the culprit by police).

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The Red Line: Democratic Officials Claim a Dangerous License for Illegality

Across the country, a new defense is being heard in state and federal courtrooms. From Democratic members of Congress to judges to city council members, officials claim that their official duties include obstructing the official functions of the federal government. It is a type of liberal license that excuses most any crime in the name of combating what Minn. Gov. Tim Walz called the “modern-day Gestapo” of the Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).

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“A Circus-Like Atmosphere”: Nessel Drops Charges Against University of Michigan Anti-Israel Protesters

Roughly a year ago, Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel made a splash in the press after she brought charges against anti-Israel protesters at the University of Michigan. The move followed a refusal of liberal local district attorneys to prosecute the cases despite clear criminal conduct. Now, as violent and disruptive protests are again rising on our campuses, Nessel has followed her local counterparts and dropped all charges in a bizarre, convoluted rationalization. Continue reading ““A Circus-Like Atmosphere”: Nessel Drops Charges Against University of Michigan Anti-Israel Protesters”

Turley Testifies on Over-Criminalization Before the House Judiciary Committee

Today, I will be testifying on the over-criminalization of federal law before the Subcommittee on Crime and Federal Government Surveillance Committee on the Judiciary. The testimony (linked below) is part of a hearing titled Criminalizing America: The Growth of Federal Offenses and Regulatory Overreach. Continue reading “Turley Testifies on Over-Criminalization Before the House Judiciary Committee”

“This Judge is a Hero”: Democratic Politicians and Judges Praise Judge Dugan and Call for Resistance

The defense team for Judge Hannah Dugan is likely  thinking, “This is not helpful.” While Dugan initially contested the allegations that she assisted an illegal immigrant to evade federal authorities in her Milwaukee courthouse, Democrats are heralding her as a type of Harriet Tubman guiding illegal immigrants to safety.  Democratic State Rep Ryan Clancy even declared to a cheering crowd: “What Judge Dugan apparently did was what all of us should be doing.” That is precisely why federal authorities felt criminal charges were warranted despite Dugan’s judicial title.

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