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Golden Kinsey v. Anitra Ford - Order of Protection Appeal

The Arkansas Court of Appeals affirmed an order of protection against Golden Kinsey, prohibiting contact with Anitra Ford for ten years and their minor daughter for six months. Kinsey appealed the order, arguing it was based on conduct outside Arkansas and that the findings of domestic abuse were erroneous.

Jasmine Henson v. Arkansas Department of Human Services - Parental Rights Termination

The Arkansas Court of Appeals affirmed an order terminating Jasmine Henson's parental rights to her three children. The court granted the counsel's motion to withdraw, finding no arguable merit in an appeal. The termination followed an emergency hold initiated due to allegations of child sexual abuse by the children's father and the mother's permitting of child abuse.

Talley v. Johnson - Tort Immunity Appeal

The Arkansas Court of Appeals reversed a lower court's denial of a motion to dismiss filed by a police officer and the City of Jonesboro. The appeal concerned the officer's claim of tort immunity following a traffic accident. The court's decision impacts the scope of immunity for law enforcement actions.

Vicentic v. Arkansas Alcoholic Beverage Control Board - License Revocation

The Arkansas Court of Appeals affirmed the revocation of Green Springs Medical LLC's dispensary license. The court found that the Alcoholic Beverage Control Board's decision was supported by substantial evidence and followed lawful procedure, upholding the revocation of the license.

Supreme Court of New Jersey Opinion on Vicarious Liability for Teacher Sexual Abuse

The Supreme Court of New Jersey issued an opinion in Russell Forde Hornor v. Upper Freehold Regional Board of Education, addressing vicarious liability for school districts concerning teacher sexual abuse. The Court considered whether N.J.S.A. 59:2-1.3(a)(1) allows for imposing liability on a school district for a teacher's sexual abuse of a student outside the scope of employment.

State of Iowa v. Jereme Michael Owens - Stalking Conviction Appeal

The Iowa Court of Appeals affirmed a conviction for stalking in violation of a protective order. The defendant appealed, arguing insufficient evidence, but the court found the evidence supported the conviction for a course of conduct intended to cause fear or intimidation. The appellate court's decision upholds the lower court's ruling and sentence.

State of Iowa v. John Robert West - Child Sex Abuse Case Opinion

The Iowa Court of Appeals filed an opinion affirming the conviction of John Robert West for seven counts of second-degree sexual abuse and four counts of lascivious acts with a child. The court addressed West's claims regarding insufficient evidence, territorial jurisdiction, and sentencing.

Police Pensions (Member Contributions) (Amendment and Transitional Provisions) Regulations 2026

The UK Secretary of State has issued the Police Pensions (Member Contributions) (Amendment and Transitional Provisions) (England and Wales) Regulations 2026, effective April 1, 2026. These regulations amend the Police Pensions Regulations 2015, specifically altering provisions related to member contributions and pensionable earnings for police officers in England and Wales.

Social Security Order Modifies Acts for India Contributions Agreement

The UK Government has issued the Social Security (Contributions) (Republic of India) Order 2026, modifying relevant UK legislation to give effect to a new Social Security Agreement with India. This agreement aims to coordinate social security contributions between the two countries.

State AGs Sue Education Dept. Over Data Demand

A coalition of 10 state Attorneys General, led by Colorado AG Phil Weiser, has sued the U.S. Department of Education to halt new data collection requirements for higher education institutions. The lawsuit challenges the department's demand for race and sex-based data, arguing it is an unlawful expansion of the IPEDS system and jeopardizes student privacy.