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Mexico Supreme Court narrowly gives clearance to controversial judicial reforms

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The Supreme Court of Mexico narrowly denied a challenge to controversial judicial reforms on Tuesday that were enacted by the government in September of this year. The reforms will make all judges in Mexico elected by a popular vote and establish an elected judicial disciplinary court to oversee judges.

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France court convicts far-right figurehead Le Pen of embezzlement

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A French court convicted far-right leader Marine Le Pen of embezzlement on Monday, sentencing her to a five-year ban from holding public office, effectively disqualifying her from the 2027 presidential election. The post France court convicts far-right figurehead Le Pen of embezzlement appeared first on JURIST - News.

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Australia justice system is failing victims of sexual violence: report

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In some Australian jurisdictions, the report found, between 75 and 85 percent of reports to the police do not proceed to charge and even fewer to court. Stage two is set for 2026 and 2027 and will focus on the design and effectiveness of new types of criminal trials aimed at early intervention and prevention.

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US appeals court rules against environmentalists challenging Louisiana liquid natural gas facility

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A panel of three judges on the US Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit ruled against environmentalists Wednesday who were challenging permits issued by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) and U.S. This allows the Driftwood project to move forward, which is expected to begin producing liquid natural gas by 2027.

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Protests erupt across France in lead up to Constitutional Court ruling on regressive immigration reforms

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In the lead-up to a highly-anticipated ruling from France’s Highest Constitutional Court that must be delivered before Thursday, hundreds of thousands gathered across the country to protest against President Emmanuel Macron’s proposed immigration law reform package.

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France court acquits François Bayrou of fraud charges

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The Paris Criminal Court acquitted François Bayrou for his alleged involvement in a fraudulent scheme that embezzled European public funds on Monday. However, the court found another eight defendants, including five former members of the European Parliament (MEPs) guilty and passed jail sentences ranging from ten to eighteen months.

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South Korea court sentences man to prison for attempted murder of opposition leader Lee Jae-myung

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South Korea’s Busan District Court sentenced a man to 15 years in prison on Friday for attempting to murder Democratic Party leader Lee Jae-myung and for violating the Public Official Election Act , according to reports from local media. The court has given both the defense and prosecution one week to appeal the decision.

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