Hinckley found not guilty by reason of insanity verdict
John W. Hinckley Jr. cried as jurors returned not guilty by reason of insanity on charges related to the Reagan assassination attempt. He faces confinement at St. Elizabeths hospital with hearings planned to determine future status and possible release.
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Odessan Reactions Split on Hinckley Verdict
Local residents react to the jury decision in the Hinckley case with mixed views. Tom Burg and Patricia Torres urge accountability while Carol Eccleston calls for life imprisonment. Johnnie Williams voices strong opposition and others remain uninformed about the verdict.
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Insanity Defense in Presidential Plot Reappears in Court
The debate over the insanity plea resurges after John Hinckley Jr.’s trial. Legal experts note the defense’s rarity and a 50,000 case California study showing insanity raised in only 100 instances, with most rejected, while lawmakers push bills to modify or abolish the defense.
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Budget plan tightens limits amid tax rise push
Republican leaders anticipate House and Senate approval of a 1983 budget compromise placing the deficit on an election year path. President Reagan backs the plan to raise taxes by about 21 billion and cut domestic spending, with total federal outlays limited to 769.8 billion and a 103.9 billion deficit projected next year. Shuttle countdown for Columbia’s final test flight begins, carrying a top secret military payload. Liftoff slated for Sunday after a five day countdown and preparations at launch pad 39A.
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Odessa American Subscription Rates and Delivery Info
The Odessa American lists daily and Sunday home delivery and Sunday-only options with various subscription terms and prices. Details include rates for 6 months, 3 months, and monthly plans, plus a delivery problems contact number and mailing address changes.
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Odessa Weather Forecast Sees Clear Sunny Days Through Wednesday
National Weather Service reports Odessa will stay clear and sunny into Wednesday with mid 90s highs and nights in the 60s. Thunderstorms moved across North Texas and the Big Bend, some heavy, prompting a flash flood watch for parts of North Texas. Extended outlook calls for hot, partly cloudy days in the 90s across North Texas and South Texas with scattered thunderstorms.
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Supreme Court case tests limits on tuition for out of district students
The Morales case traces a 1977 dispute in which Roberto Morales, born in the United States to Mexican parents, faced tuition when enrolling in McAllen schools despite his citizenship. The Fifth Circuit upheld a Texas rule restricting free schooling to district residents, while the Supreme Court recently struck down a similar tuition law for children of illegal aliens, affirming free public education for such students. Morales' lawyers argue the rule creates unequal treatment for youths seeking education versus those who work in fields.
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Rumors Fly Over County Judge Race In Ector County
Reported talk centers on Murrell Howell potential candidacy and GOP push. Bill Hicks and others deny involvement while Fisher asserts she will run and Howell vows full campaign with billboards starting in July and ads in August. Moseley notes mixed views among party officials.
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Florida Senate blocks ERA's Florida path to ratification
The Florida Senate voted 22 to 16 against adopting the Equal Rights Amendment, dimming national prospects for ratification by the June 30 deadline. Supporters vow to fight on, with some vowing to defeat lawmakers in November.
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