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Lawmakers push for death penalty for Jose Ibarra
SUMMARY: Jose Ibara was sentenced to life in prison for the murder of nursing student Lakan Riley, prompting controversy over the absence of a death penalty option. Georgia State Senator Colton Moore has called on Attorney General Chris Carr to seek an emergency motion for an execution sentence. Legal expert Darl Cohen confirmed that prosecutors could have pursued the death penalty due to multiple aggravating factors but chose not to, partly to spare the victim’s family from a prolonged trial. Once sentenced, Georgia law prohibits increasing a punishment, meaning the Attorney General cannot alter Ibara’s life sentence.
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New details on Savannah federal immigration operation
SUMMARY: Federal agencies, including ICE and the DEA, are conducting raids across the U.S., targeting illegal migrants with criminal backgrounds, including a recent operation in Savannah. The DEA stated these raids aim to disrupt drug trafficking networks, often linked to Mexican cartels using illegal immigrants. Savannah Mayor Van Johnson expressed support for the actions, emphasizing the importance of treating everyone with dignity, regardless of their immigration status. Local immigration attorney Craig Dobson highlighted the need to inform clients about their rights without causing undue fear, advising those affected to seek legal pathways to adjust their status. The outcome of the Savannah raid is pending.
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Georgia ICE raids: Is it safe to go to school? | FOX 5 News
SUMMARY: President Trump emphasized his administration’s aggressive stance on illegal immigration during a speech to House Republicans, announcing the arrest of over 7,000 criminal migrants in his first week. ICE conducts raids in various cities, raising concerns among immigrant families, particularly with new guidelines allowing arrests at schools. Immigration attorney Michael Urbina reports increased inquiries from families worried about the implications for their children. He advises having a plan and understanding rights, as ICE typically lacks warrants to enter homes. Local school districts reassured families about student privacy protections amidst heightened fears within immigrant communities.
An immigration attorney said he’s getting a lot of calls from families asking whether they should send their kids to school. He is advising his clients to know their rights and have a plan in place.
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Georgia’s chief justice addresses threats, role of judges | Georgia
SUMMARY: In his State of the Judiciary address, Georgia Supreme Court Chief Justice Michael Boggs highlighted the growing threats against judges, with credible threats against federal judges rising from 179 in 2019 to 457 in 2023. He emphasized that such threats, including disinformation and violence, undermine democracy. He also criticized partisan political actors and warned against judges making decisions based on personal preferences. Boggs announced initiatives to address legal representation in rural areas and court reporter shortages, proposing a digital recording system. He also thanked legislators for considering pay raises for judges, with bills currently in committee.
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