Supreme Court signals potential ruling against DOMA in same sex marriage case
A majority of justices signaled they may strike down the Defense of Marriage Act denying federal benefits to legally married same sex couples. Kennedy warned of states' rights concerns while liberal justices pressed for full equal protection questions. Rulings expected by June.
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Inmate granted new trial over leg restraints
Iowa Court of Appeals reversed Earl J. Griffin’s 2010 assault conviction after ruling the Coralville prison inmate was improperly restrained during his 2010 trial. The court faulted the District Court for not issuing an individualized safety determination and for deferring to the sheriff on restraint use.
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Linn County shifts facilities control to opponent of auditor
The Linn County Board of Supervisors voted 5-0 to transfer oversight of the county facilities operation to Garth Fagerbakke, the man Miller defeated by 25 points for auditor last fall. Miller, tearful after the decision, memories the staff he once led and questions the move.
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