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Ben Lowenthal: Courts Should Not Give Prosecutors A Pass For Using Tainted Evidence
Failed prosecutions are no reason to roll back protections against unconstitutional search and seizure.
David Croxford/Civil Beat/2024
Hawaii Corruption Offenders Are Getting Reduced Sentences — With One Notable Exception
Changes to federal sentencing guidelines mean dozens of Hawaii prisoners, including those in high-profile corruption cases, are now eligible for early release.
David Croxford/Civil Beat/2024
The Miske Trial: Muscle And Money
Importing and selling illegal fireworks in Hawaii made millions of dollars for Mike Miske, a witness testified last week.
Cory Lum/Civil Beat/2015
The Miske Trial: A Honolulu Used Car Dealer Gets Roughed Up
Testimony continues in the organized crime and murder trial of Honolulu businessman Mike Miske with government witnesses describing violent behavior by the alleged crime boss.
Kevin Fujii/Civil Beat/2024
Thousands In Hawaii With Arrest Records For Marijuana Possession Could Have Them Expunged
Wiping and sealing qualifying arrest and court records would be a major challenge for data managers.
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A Bar Fight Could Cost A Former Miske Co-Defendant His Kaneohe Home
A federal judge who reviewed a video of the fight says there is no doubt that Michael Buntenbah attacked a man in a bar in January, violating the conditions of his bail.
David Croxford/Civil Beat/2024
Defense In Hawaii Corruption Case Denies Involvement In Murder Conspiracy
The investigation was revealed as Sheri Tanaka is awaiting trial on charges that she conspired to bribe a former Honolulu prosecutor.
David Croxford/Civil Beat/2024
Class-Action Lawsuit Targets Aggressive Cosmetic Vendors
A Honolulu law firm is pursuing claims on behalf of more than 150 people who say they were victimized by predatory skin care businesses.
David Croxford/Civil Beat/2024
Miske Is Set To Stand Trial Alone When His Brother Takes A Last-Minute Deal
Opening statements in the high-profile case are expected to begin Monday in federal court in Honolulu.
Ludwig Laab/Civil Beat/2021
John Hill: How A Maui Court Mishandled A Divorce Case Involving One Of Its Own
Dania Novack argued she had been treated unfairly in her divorce from a husband whose new partner was a Maui judge. Six years later, the Hawaii Supreme Court agreed.