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The Death of Reasonnew

Lawyers argue the racial bias, and absurdity, of the death penalty in Connecticut.

New Haven Advocate | Betsy Yagla | 12-26-2007 | Crime & Justice

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The Patient Terroristnew

Was American-born Hassan Abujihaad plotting to attack a San Diego military base? A federal judge is deciding that now.

New Haven Advocate | Betsy Yagla | 12-11-2007 | Crime & Justice

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Yale's New Secret Societynew

The Yale University Police Department wants all the power of a regular police force, but none of the accountability.

New Haven Advocate | Andy Bromage | 12-04-2007 | Crime & Justice

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Parolees Await Hartford's Next Movenew

Since Gov. Jodi Rell imposed a statewide freeze on paroles for violent offenders in August, Connecticut's prison population has reached an all-time high.

New Haven Advocate | Freda Moon | 12-04-2007 | Crime & Justice

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Let's Talk About Sex Crimenew

Mike Lawlor wants to make Connecticut's sex offender registry better, which may mean making it much smaller

New Haven Advocate | Freda Moon | 11-05-2007 | Crime & Justice

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Tasers Shock and Flaw in Connecticutnew

Did New Haven police rush Tasers onto the streets before the kinks were ironed out? The answer might stun you.

New Haven Advocate | Betsy Yagla | 07-31-2007 | Crime & Justice

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Over 200 inmates have asked Connecticut's Innocence Project for help, of whom at least 140 meet basic criteria, but it's unlikely they'll get the help James Tillman did -- the group has no staff or budget.

New Haven Advocate | Betsy Yagla | 05-08-2007 | Crime & Justice

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