Teen Arrest: Home Invasion Leads to Courthouse Chase (video)
A 17-year-old was arrested for alleged home invasion and aggravated assault after previously fleeing from a courthouse. The incident raises public safety concerns.
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Alleged Killer of Two Texas Clerks Faces Justice
21-year-old Devonte Matthis faces capital murder charges for killing two convenience store clerks in Dallas and Mesquite within days of each other.
Court Attack Follows Guilty Plea in Child Arson Case
Shanyka Phillips was attacked in court after pleading guilty to aiding her boyfriend in a deadly arson that killed three children. Video shows the shocking courtroom assault.
Las Vegas Teen on Probation Charged with Murder in Shooting
18-year-old Dior Jenkins, already on probation, was charged with murdering 16-year-old Jovon Wright Bullock in Las Vegas. Surveillance footage captured the fatal shooting.
Pre-Trial Hearing for Bionca Ellis in Fatal Stabbing Case
Bionca Ellis appeared in court for a pre-trial hearing on charges including aggravated murder in the fatal stabbing of a 3-year-old child. Trial is set for December 9.
Teen Sentenced for Impersonating Deputy in Albuquerque
18-year-old Brendan Wazinski sentenced for impersonating deputy after pulling over driver in Albuquerque. Collection of bizarre courtroom incidents nationwide.
Top 5 Most Disrespectful Defendants in Court
Five shocking cases of defendants who showed extreme disrespect in court, from smoking marijuana during arraignment to threatening judges, resulting in severe consequences and additional jail time.
Brian Nichols: College Athlete to Courthouse Killer
Brian Nichols, a former college athlete, killed a judge, court reporter, and deputy during a deadly courthouse rampage in Georgia. He was sentenced to life in prison without parole and remains a high-security risk due to escape attempts.
Susan Smith: Woman Who Killed Children Up for Parole
Susan Smith, who killed her two young sons in 1994 by drowning them in a lake, is now up for parole. Prosecutor Tommy Pope reflects on the case and advocates for her to serve out her full life sentence.
Death Row Inmates Highlight Mental Illness in Justice System
Death row cases of Gary Green and Andre Thomas highlight the controversial execution of severely mentally ill inmates who committed crimes during psychotic episodes.