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Stories about the justice system in Connecticut: law enforcement, courts, prisons and incarceration, juvenile justice and public corruption.
Hartford asks judge to block subpoenas for police misconduct records
The city of Hartford and the Hartford Police Union have asked a judge to block subpoenas issued by the city’s inspector general.
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US Justice Dept. sues CT over law banning masks, requiring ID for ICE
The Justice Dept filed suit in federal court over a new Connecticut law that prohibits federal agents from wearing masks and requires ID.
CT debate on parole eligibility bill ends without a vote
House leaders said they would not bring the bill up for discussion, but pressure from the Black and Puerto Rican Caucus opened up a debate.
Kosta Diamantis’ second trial delayed; sentencing on first trial set
Kosta Diamantis is to be sentenced on 21 convictions from his first trial in September. A second corruption trial is to begin in December.
CT seeks to claim money from ‘Mimi’ Torres-García’s father
Officials say Victor Torres owes more than $300,000 for the cost of his incarceration. CT seeks to recover the debt from any settlement.
House bill ‘a start’ to fixing medical care in CT state prisons, lawmakers say
HB 5567 would grant correction ombuds resources to investigate medical complaints, require DOC to fix problems with medication, nurse staff.
Wrongful conviction lawsuit puts 1990s New Haven police practices on trial
Stefon Morant alleges officers coerced witnesses, fabricated evidence and withheld key information. The trial begins in Hartford this week.
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