Constitutional LawCriminal LawFeaturedSixth Amendment
March 31, 2026By Crystal Couso
When a party alleges a witness has been tampered with, they invoke one of the justice system’s most critical procedural safeguards: the protection of witness testimony and the preservation of judicial integrity. The prosecution of rapper Jamell Demons, famously known as YNW Melly (“Melly”), has brought this concern to focus. In 2018, Melly was charged […]
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Constitutional LawFeaturedSixth Amendment
October 2, 2025By Crystal Couso
The recently concluded trial of popular rapper Cardi B brought into focus a pressing challenge for modern courts. Far from being mere celebrity drama, the trial showcased how social media can upend the seriousness of judicial proceedings. Throughout the trial, snippets of Cardi B’s testimony went viral across several social media platforms. Questions about her […]
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Entertainment LawFeaturedPuerto Rico
February 19, 2025By Crystal Couso
Benito Antonio Martínez Ocasio, better known by his stage name “Bad Bunny,” has redefined the use of music as a platform for activism.[i] Known worldwide for his popular songs and commitment to advocating for his homeland of Puerto Rico, Bad Bunny has continued to highlight Puerto Rico’s struggles in his latest album, DeBí TiRAR […]
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Criminal LawFeaturedJudiciary
October 15, 2024By Crystal Couso
The ongoing trial of famous rapper Young Thug has been defined by dramatic confrontations between Young Thug’s attorney, Brian Steel (“Mr. Steel”), and the presiding Judge Ural Glanville (“Judge Glanville”). In May 2022, Young Thug and twenty-seven others were charged with violating Georgia’s Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act (“RICO”). Although several of the other […]
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