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The Akron Legal News is a daily publication devoted to legal, financial, real estate and general news. Designated by the Federal, County and Municipal Courts as the Official Law Journal of Summit County, Ohio.
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UA professor’s book shines light on jury nullification
A jury returns a not guilty verdict against a criminal defendant despite the fact that its members are convinced that the person is legally guilty of the charge or charges.
As Travis Hreno, an associate professor in the philosophy department at The University of Akron explains, this scenario, known as jury nullification, does i ... (full story)
Judge David Hamilton named presiding muni court judge
AKRON––Judge David Hamilton will serve as the administrative/presiding judge of the Akron Municipal Court for 2025.
In this role, Judge Hamilton will oversee the court’s administration, docket and court calendar, as well as the observance of the rules of superintendence and the timely reporting and termination ... (full story)