Alabama Supreme Court allows governor to pick time frame for executions
Executions in Alabama were previously carried out by the Alabama Department of Corrections in a single 24-hour window.
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Supreme Court welcomes Justice Greg Cook and re-elected Justice Kelli Wise
Cook was elected in November to fill the seat of Justice Michael Bolin, who retires this week after 18 years on the court.
January 16, 2023
Perry Hooper Jr. issues apology, admits “regrettable conduct”
Hooper was facing a felony sexual assault charge.
Montgomery DA moves to dismiss case against Perry Hooper Jr.
Hooper had been charged with felony sexual assault, but the alleged victim refused to cooperate with his prosecution.
Ethics Commission Executive Director Tom Albritton welcomes court review
After the AG filed suit against the Ethics Commission, its executive director said it welcomes the review.
Case against former Rep. Perry Hooper likely to be dropped
After the alleged victim asked that charges be dropped, a chief deputy DA said moving forward is "almost impossible."
Alabama AG vs. Alabama Ethics Commission
Alabama AG Steve Marshall filed a lawsuit Monday against the Alabama Ethics Commission, seeking to have an opinion invalidated.
Alleged victim asks that charges against Perry Hooper be dropped
Hooper was indicted on a felony sexual assault charge earlier this month following an incident at a Montgomery restaurant.
Perry Hooper, Trump Alabama co-chair, indicted for sexual abuse
The indictment by a Montgomery grand jury comes after an August arrest on charges he groped and kissed a restaurant hostess.
Unitarian Universalists file brief in support of trans youth seeking gender-affirming care
Twenty-eight Alabama clergy also joined the brief.
November 18, 2022