Tag: due process
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New Hampshire Considers First-in-the-Nation Move to Abolish Family Court System
New Hampshire’s House Bill 652 proposes significant changes to the family justice system, aiming to replace specialized Family Division courts with a mediation-first model under general jurisdiction courts. Advocates cite issues of bias and inefficiency, while opponents warn of potential chaos and loss of expertise. The bill has reignited a crucial debate on family law’s…
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When Algorithms Become Evidence: A Warning on AI Deepfakes and Due Process
A Pennsylvania-linked case shows how unverified AI-generated text messages sent an innocent woman to jail, exposing dangerous gaps in due process as courts struggle to keep pace with rapidly advancing technology.
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New York Ends Anonymous Child Abuse Hotline Calls — A Long-Overdue Check on Weaponized Reporting
New York is ending anonymous child abuse reports to restore accountability and protect families. The Anti-Harassment in Reporting Act mandates that callers provide their identities, addressing concerns about false reports and harassment. The reform seeks to balance child safety while minimizing government overreach into family life, fostering genuine protection without unnecessary intrusions.
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Brooklyn Family Court Ends Compulsion — But an Autistic Child Remains Missing
A Brooklyn Family Court ruling has relieved Jacqueline Pritchett of further obligations regarding her missing son, Jacob, an autistic boy last seen in 2025. Despite constitutional protections upheld, child safety remains at risk, and authorities lack information or leads in a case raising concerns about parental accountability and systemic failures in child welfare.
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NY’s High Court to Family Judges: You Can’t Take Kids Without Real Lawyers Anymore
New York’s highest court ruled that the government must adhere to constitutional due process when terminating parental rights. The Court of Appeals overturned a case against a Syracuse mother, highlighting the need for effective legal representation for indigent parents. This landmark decision demands reforms to ensure fair hearings in termination cases across the state.
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