Court Extends Fines Ban to States in Timbs v Indiana
Supreme Court rules the Eighth Amendment excess fines ban applies to states, affecting civil forfeiture practices. Tyson Timbs, of Marion Indiana, had a $40,000 Land Rover seized after a heroin arrest. the court case Timbs v Indiana 17-1091 centered on due process and constitutional limits on state action. Justice Ginsburg wrote for the majority while Justice Thomas issued a separate view. The decision relies on the 14th Amendment due process clause as the basis for applying the ban to states.
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Winter storm closes schools across much of US
A sprawling winter storm sweeps from the Midwest to the East Coast closing schools and delaying travel. NYC saw snow as New Jersey declares emergency with up to four inches expected. FlightAware reports over 2 000 flight cancellations and 3 400 delays. Amtrak modified Keystone service while officials urge shelter for the homeless amid code blue efforts in Philadelphia.
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Amal Clooney and friends attend Meghan Markle baby shower
New York reports a secretish baby shower for Meghan Markle with guests including Amal Clooney Gayle King Abigail Spencer Serena Williams Jessica Mulroney and Markus Anderson. Markle, 37, is due in late April and has been seen at The Mark Hotel Mel Musuem The Polo Bar and other Upper East Side spots.
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El Chapo's lawyers fear juror misconduct during trial
New York reports jurors viewed media coverage amid judge orders, with VICE News citing at least five jurors involved. Defense lawyer Balarezo called the disclosures deeply concerning and said they could mean Guzman did not receive a fair trial. No immediate plans for a retrial disclosed.
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Weinstein seeks speedy appeal of trafficking ruling
U S District Judge Robert Sweet weighs immediate appeal for a new legal question after August ruling that the casting couch could be a commercial sex act. Weinstein argues no exchange occurred in 2014 allegations and denies wrongdoing despite the plaintiff’s claims.
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Rhode Island marks 16th anniversary of nightclub fire
Rhode Island marks the 16th anniversary of the 2003 Station nightclub fire that killed 100 and injured over 200 in West Warwick. Pyrotechnics set off by Great White sparked a fast spreading blaze. owners Jeffrey and Michael Derderian and tour manager Daniel Biechele reached plea deals for involuntary manslaughter with Biechele and Michael Derderian serving prison time.
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Lenny Aboard DIS From Pi Declar Last W Funding
A fragmented report notes a disputed funding move involving Lenny A and Pi. It references a billion dollar figure and byps money amid legal and political challenges. The text hints at open questions about role and link to the rail project and a wall context.
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