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fromIndependent
16 hours ago

Two gardai acquitted of falsely imprisoning and assaulting boy (17) who had underwear searched for drugs

The court found that the search conducted by the officers was lawful, and the level of force employed during the detention was deemed reasonable under the circumstances.
Miscellaneous
fromAdvocate.com
1 week ago

Puerto Rico trans rights advocates prepare legal fight as GOP governor considers gender-affirming care ban

Puerto Rico is experiencing a significant legal shift, as recent legislation threatens to ban gender-affirming healthcare for trans youth, potentially criminalizing supportive caregivers.
LGBT
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Trans youth fight for care as California clinics cave to Trump: How can this happen here?'

Eli was stunned to receive an email alerting him that Children's Hospital Los Angeles was shutting down its Center for Transyouth Health and Development, critical for his healthcare.
LGBT
#police-misconduct
#immigration
NYC parents
fromwww.amny.com
1 month ago

Public officials, advocates rally in the Manhattan for the release of Bronx high school student detained by ICE | amNewYork

Elected officials advocate for the release of Dylan Lopez Contreras from ICE custody, citing his legal entry into the U.S.
NYC parents
fromwww.amny.com
1 month ago

Public officials, advocates rally in the Manhattan for the release of Bronx high school student detained by ICE | amNewYork

Elected officials advocate for the release of Dylan Lopez Contreras from ICE custody, citing his legal entry into the U.S.
#health-policy
#social-media
Privacy technologies
fromMashable
1 month ago

Federal judge: A social media ban for kids under 14 is unconstitutional

A federal judge ruled Florida's law restricting social media access for kids under 14 is likely unconstitutional.
NYC parents
fromBrooklyn Eagle
1 month ago

'Right to Remain Silent' bill passes assembly

The 'Right to Remain Silent' Act aims to protect minors' rights during arrests by ensuring they consult with counsel before waiving Miranda rights.
#second-amendment
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

Supreme Court Declines to Hear Case on Age Limits for Carrying Guns

The Supreme Court refuses to address gun restrictions for ages 18-20, reflecting ongoing legal debates and divisions in lower courts.
Right-wing politics
fromSlate Magazine
4 months ago

A Conservative Giant Just Gave the Supreme Court Reason To Uphold Youth Gun Bans

The 11th Circuit upheld Florida's gun ban for young adults, signaling a potential shift in legal consensus regarding Second Amendment rights for this age group.
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

Supreme Court Declines to Hear Case on Age Limits for Carrying Guns

The Supreme Court refuses to address gun restrictions for ages 18-20, reflecting ongoing legal debates and divisions in lower courts.
Right-wing politics
fromSlate Magazine
4 months ago

A Conservative Giant Just Gave the Supreme Court Reason To Uphold Youth Gun Bans

The 11th Circuit upheld Florida's gun ban for young adults, signaling a potential shift in legal consensus regarding Second Amendment rights for this age group.
Mental health
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
4 months ago

Transgender Youth Have Better Emotional Health After Taking Hormones, New Study Finds

Transgender and nonbinary youth face increased suicide risk due to restrictive laws.
Hormone therapy notably enhances emotional health in trans youth.
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