Misconduct Archives

Judge’s Recommendation Could Overturn Texas Woman’s 2008 Death Sentence Amid Prosecutorial Misconduct Allegations

Harlingen, Texas – A district judge in Harlingen, Texas, recently made a recommendation to the Texas Court of Criminal Appeals to overturn the 2008 conviction of Melissa Lucio, who was sentenced to death for the murder of her 2-year-old daughter. This decision came after the Cameron County district attorney’s office admitted to withholding crucial evidence from Lucio’s defense during the trial. Lucio has spent over 15 years on death row in the Patrick O’Daniel Unit …

EU imposes sanctions on Hamas for sexual misconduct during October 7 attack, reports Vanguard

Brussels, Belgium – The European Union has imposed sanctions on Hamas following reports of sexual violence during an attack on October 7. This move marks a significant step by the EU to address human rights abuses committed by the militant group. The EU’s decision was made in response to the disturbing reports of sexual violence that occurred during the October 7 attack carried out by Hamas. This marks a rare occasion where the EU has …

Iowa Care Facility Accused of Nursing Misconduct and Patient Neglect

SIOUX CITY, Iowa – A former nurse at Countryside Health Care Center in Sioux City, Iowa, recently testified that she was asked to falsify medical records and to have unqualified aides administer drugs to residents. The testimony was given during a hearing on her request for unemployment benefits, and she mentioned that she resigned from the facility in late June after working there for six months as a registered nurse. The former nurse also stated …