Bobby Allyn
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From prison, Meek Mill vows to champion changes in Pa. criminal justice system
Penn hosts discussion of Philadelphia rapper's case as emblematic of a system clouded with racial bias.
7 years ago
An immigrant’s tale of becoming Philadelphia’s lawyer
After two years as Philadelphia solicitor, Sozi Tulante has resigned to teach at the University of Pennsylvania Law School.
7 years ago
Listen 6:09Judge denies request to throw out Cosby charges, hears arguments on calling 19 past accusers
If the first morning of court arguments in the hearings ahead of Bill Cosby’s retrial are any barometer, hostility between both sides is poised to be high.
7 years ago
Listen 4:07Cosby case back in court for hearing before April 2 retrial
Bill Cosby will be back in Montgomery County court Monday for what is expected to be two days of pre-trial hearings.
7 years ago
Philly DA Krasner calls lien over unpaid taxes an ‘oversight’
Krasner, according to city records, ignored his 2017 tax bill so long that the Philadelphia Department of Revenue took him to court to recover some $10,000 in overdue taxes.
7 years ago
Krasner files charges against former Philly cop for alleged brutality
The Philadelphia District Attorney’s Office has filed criminal charges against a former police officer for allegedly brutalizing a pedestrian while making an on-duty arrest.
7 years ago
Ambler doctor gets prison for supplying prescription pills to addicts, dealers in South Philly
Judge tells Dr. Alan Summers, 79, that his clinic 'made an absolute mockery' of the medical profession by supplying addicts and dealers with drugs.
7 years ago
New DA telling Philly prosecutors not to seek bail for defendants in low-level crimes
The policy shift is expected to affect defendants in thousands of cases, easing systemic bias against the poor and people of color.
7 years ago
Listen 2:18Corruption trial of former Philly sheriff, associate underway
John Green will be taking the stand to testify in his defense. Also planning to testify is his successor who has been granted immunity in the case.
7 years ago
Philly plan for safe-injection site ‘oxymoronic,’ U.S. attorney says
Federal prosecutor opposes opening a facility for illegal drug use in Philadelphia. City officials say it's part of an effort to get users into treatment — and save lives.
7 years ago
Listen 2:22Krasner confirms DA’s office created ‘secret list’ of suspect Philly officers
New district attorney plans review of allegations lodged against cops. If claims prove credible, he'll release their names.
7 years ago
At Constitution Center, Ginsburg champions #MeToo movement and rights of accused
U.S. Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg hopes the #MeToo movement 'becomes as effective for the woman who works as a maid in a hotel as it is for Hollywood stars.'
7 years ago