Police Misconduct Costs Rise in U.S. Cities
Bloomberg reports police misbehavior costs climbing as cities boost training budgets and seek taxes to fund federal consent decrees. New Orleans weighing property tax hikes. Ferguson contends with potential cost up to 10 million over three years amid a 14.5 million operating budget.
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Bundy and 15 others plead not guilty in Oregon case
Ammon Bundy and fifteen co defendants face federal conspiracy charges over the 41 day occupation of the Malheur National Wildlife Refuge. Judge Anna Brown noted presumption of innocence as the group heard the indictment and set a potential trial date in April.
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Prison Houdini still seeks release after 36 years
Brendan Farrington reports on Mark DeFriest the inmate once called a prison Houdini who after 36 years remains jailed for stealing his own tools. The Florida paroled date was missed due to a communication mixup between Florida and Oregon authorities delaying his release by at least six months.
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London
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Mark DeFriest’s case shows a complex prison history tied to a burglary conviction and 13 escape attempts. His autism and unusual behavior prompted officials to handle his case differently, with parole officials arguing the system mishandled his needs.
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