Public records show Los Angeles County District Attorney investigators are authorized to wear uniforms labeled “POLICE,” even as the agency…
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – December 14, 2025
The Los Angeles Sheriff’s Department (LASD) has acknowledged it lacks written policies for criminal affidavits and District Attorney Investigator authority.…
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE — December 14, 2025
On October 6, 2025, the Los Angeles Superior Court held a closed hearing for People v. Giselle Farias Smiel, excluding…
The Public Has a Right to Know Whether Government Agencies Followed the Law Before Taking Someone’s Freedom.
Los Angeles and San Diego officials are withholding public records related to the arrest and prosecution of Giselle Farias Smiel,…
When the Pilot Is a Parent: The Mental Health Crisis No Family Sees Coming
This article highlights the hidden mental health struggles pilots face, often stemming from fears of career repercussions if they seek…
Maryland Must Act: The Legislature Cannot Ignore the Systemic Failures Exposed by Clarke v. Gibson
The Maryland Supreme Court's ruling in Clarke v. Gibson reveals critical flaws in the state's protective-order system, which often deprives…
What Clarke v. Gibson Really Means for Domestic Violence Survivors: Stronger Protections, Clearer Evidence, and a More Stable Path to Safety
The Maryland Supreme Court's decision in Clarke v. Gibson strengthens protections for domestic violence survivors by ensuring that protective orders…
After Clarke v. Gibson: What Maryland’s Landmark Ruling Means for False Accusations and Custody Warfare
The Maryland Supreme Court's decision in Clarke v. Gibson mandates that protective orders must be supported by substantial evidence rather…
Maryland Supreme Court Issues Major Protective-Order Ruling: Clarke v. Gibson Resets the Standard for Evidence, Due Process, and Parental Rights
The Maryland Supreme Court’s Clarke v. Gibson ruling strengthens due process protections in protective-order cases and demands real evidence before…
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – December 5, 2025
Investigative journalist Michael Phillips is questioning the Los Angeles Superior Court about a discrepancy in the public docket for People…