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In the News: Mark Osler on Pardon System
In the NewsUniversity of St. Thomas School of Law Professor Mark Osler recently spoke with the Minnesota Star Tribune about the state’s revamped pardon system. From the story: For their anniversary, Jason Sole and his wife flew to Cancun to celebrate. The airport customs agent greeted him with a question. The same question Sole has been fielding from…
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In the News: Thomas Berg on Religious Parental Opt-Out Case
In the NewsThomas Berg, a law professor at the University of St. Thomas, commented for NPR’s “All Things Considered” and WORLD on a recent Supreme Court case that gives parents more sway over schooling. From the NPR story: Finally, the Supreme Court issued a major religion decision about the rights of parents to opt their children out of classes… -
Q&A With New Law Alumni Board President, Judge John Sandy
Business & LawThis summer, Judge John Sandy ’07, ’10 J.D. begins his one-year term as president of the University of St. Thomas School of Law’s Alumni Board. "I’m honored to lead the St. Thomas Law alumni board and excited to serve a community so deeply rooted in mission and purpose," said Sandy. Judge Sandy was appointed to… -
In the News: Mark Osler on Capital Punishment
In the NewsUniversity of St. Thomas School of Law Professor Mark Osler spoke to WCCO-TV about the possibility of the death penalty being used in Minnesota. A 114-year-old ban still holds; however, recent crimes have raised questions about federal prosecutors pursuing the punishment in Minnesota. From the story: The high-profile assassination of a top Minnesota lawmaker and her husband could… -
In the News: Rachel Moran on State vs. Federal Prosecution of Vance Boelter
In the NewsUniversity of St. Thomas School of Law Professor Rachel Moran spoke to KSTP regarding Hennepin County Attorney Mary Moriarty’s request to prosecute Vance Boelter in state court before federal prosecutors pursue their case. From the story: Hennepin County Attorney Mary Moriarty wants to prosecute the case against Vance Boelter before the U.S. Attorney’s Office does,… -
In the News: Mark Osler on Potential Sentencing of Vance Boelter
In the NewsUniversity of St. Thomas School of Law Professor Mark Osler spoke to The Associated Press regarding the potential sentencing of Vance Boelter, the man charged with killing a prominent Minnesota lawmaker and wounding another. From the story: (Boelter) could face something that is a rarity for Minnesota but could become more common under the Trump administration: the death… -
In the News: Mark Osler on Trial Delay of State Senator
In the NewsUniversity of St. Thomas School of Law Professor Mark Osler recently spoke to Minnesota Public Radio regarding the trial of state Sen. Nicole Mitchell. A Becker County judge has delayed Mitchell’s criminal burglary trial indefinitely, following the weekend shootings of two fellow Minnesota lawmakers. From the story: Mitchell is facing two felony burglary charges for allegedly… -
In the News: Mark Osler on Pardons and Restitution
In the NewsUniversity of St. Thomas School of Law Professor Mark Osler recently spoke with ABC News on how lawyers say that President Trump’s pardons have shortchanged fraud victims of millions of dollars in restitution. From the story: In April, fresh off a presidential pardon that sprung him from prison, convicted fraudster Jason Galanis embarked on a new and audacious… -
In the News: Rachel Moran on Public Officials and Federal Charges
In the NewsLaw Professor Rachel Moran spoke to KARE 11 about former state Sen. Justin Eichorn, who filed to dismiss the federal charges against him for allegedly soliciting a minor for prostitution. From the story: In court documents filed Friday, Eichorn moved to dismiss the charges based on what his lawyers called “vindictive and selective prosecution.” “They’re… -
Law Students Selected for Blackstone Christian Legal Fellowship Program
Business & LawSecond-year University of St. Thomas School of Law students Kyle Devich ’24 and Zachary Liebl have been selected for the competitive Blackstone Legal Fellowship program. The summer program for Christian law students includes lectures given by esteemed legal professionals and professional development opportunities, while also giving students time to participate in a legal internship. Upon…