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News outlets published a first-draft opinion dated February 10 that appeared to show a majority ready to reverse Roe v Wade. Mary Chartier and Takura Nyamfukudza join Liisa Speaker on this episode of In the Name of the Law to discuss what the leaked opinion would mean for Michigan residents if it were published as written. Mary and Takura also discuss what is happening in other states and how this opinion is not limited to abortion only.
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Grand Rapids made national headlines after a white police officer shot an unarmed black man in the back of the head. The shooting ultimately led to charges of second-degree murder against the officer. Mary Chartier and Takura Nyamfukudza join Liisa Speaker on In the Name of the Law to discuss the incident and likely progression of the case.
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Allegations involving criminal sexual conduct can have life altering impacts. On this episode of In the Name of the Law, Mary Chartier and Takura Nyamfukudza join Liisa Speaker as they discuss how to defend individuals accused of sexual assault and address many common misconceptions about these types of cases.
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A Select Committee of Congress was charged with investigating and reporting the facts, circumstances, and—perhaps most importantly—the causes related to the January 6, 2021 domestic terrorist attack on the United States Capitol. Mary Chartier and Takura Nyamfukudza join Liisa Speaker to explain what the Committee has revealed so far and about what to expect in the weeks and months ahead.
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The Gun Violence Archive reported that there were at least 281 mass shootings in the U.S. in 2022. President Biden recently signed into law the first major gun safety legislation passed by Congress in a generation. Mary Chartier and Takura Nyamfukudza join Liisa Speaker on In the Name of the Law to explain what the new law does.
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Cellular phones, laptops, social media, and tablets are potential treasure troves of evidence for law enforcement when they are investigating suspected crimes. They can also be used to defend against very serious charges. Mary Chartier and Takura Nyamfukudza join Liisa Speaker on this episode of In the Name of the Law to explain how.
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Librarians brought missing documents—including missing classified documents—in the possession of the former president to light. This resulted in an unprecedented search of the former president’s home. Mary Chartier and Takura Nyamfukudza join Liisa Speaker on In the Name of the Law to discuss the search and what the legal procedures that follow could mean for the former president and the country.
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Some politicians and media performers have been claiming that juvenile crime rates have spiraled out of control. Mary Chartier and Takura Nyamfukudza join Liisa Speaker on In the Name of the Law to discuss these claims and set the record straight. They also provide tips on how young people and their parents can protect themselves against the criminal prosecution system.
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Basketball star Brittney Griner made global headlines when she was found guilty on drug charges and sentenced to nine years in prison after she carried a tiny amount of cannabis oil into Russia. Mary Chartier and Takura Nyamfukudza join Liisa Speaker on In the Name of the Law to discuss the Griner case and sentencing disparities here in the United States.
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Miracle McGlown was serving a 20-year federal prison sentence for drug conspiracy until President Barack Obama reduced his sentence in 2017. Miracle is now a successful business owner. He makes quality leather goods, such as purses and luggage, that are sold at 1elevenleather.com. He joins Mary Chartier and Takura Nyamfukudza to discuss his business and ways to keep young people from landing in criminal trouble in this episode of In the Name of the Law with Liisa Speaker.
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