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Colin and Russ are back with their first episode of 2025!  The discuss the tragic murder of actor Johnny Wactor who was allegedly shot and killed in May of 2024 by an 18 year old catalytic-converter thief and his two accomplices in Los Angeles, CA.  One of the accomplices is charged with murder while the other is not.  Colin and Russ discuss these charging disparities and whether the evidence supports them.  There are also links to gang activity in the case, and they discuss the Florencia 13 gang. They also discuss why "felony murder" was not charged by the LA District Attorney's Office.  Plus, a new Is This Legal, and a brand new DCOTW.  Check it out!

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Colin and Russ discuss the murder of United Healthcare CEO Brian Thompson which was allegedly committed by Luigi Mangione.  The attorneys walk through the NYPD/FBI investigation that led to Mangione's arrest.  They also discuss the murder charges he faces, and what defenses he may have available.  Plus, a fun Is This Legal and a brand new DCOTW!  We hope you have a Merry Christmas- Thanks for listening!

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Colin and Russ discuss the homicide charges facing ex-marine and architecture student Daniel Penny, who placed a choke hold on an erraticly behaving and possibly threatening NYC subway passenger named Jordan Neely.  Neely was a 30 year old African American street performer who was homeless at the time of his death.  Penny's trial has concluded and the jury is deliberating the case.   Does he have valid defenses?  Did he act reasonably?  Colin and Russ make their predictions about the case.  Plus, a new Is This Legal and a hilarious DCOTW. Check it out!

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Colin and Russ discuss the cases of Lyle and Erik Menendez, who were convicted of murdering their parents in 1989 in Los Angeles, CA.  Colin and Russ talk about their original trials that led to their convictions, and why the case is back in the spotlight in 2024, and why they could have their life sentences reduced.  Plus, a new game of Is This Legal and West Coast DCOTW contributed by Colin's mom.  Check it out!

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Colin and Russ discuss the case of Robert Roberson, who has been in prison in Texas awaiting execution after his convictions in the death of his infant daughter in 2022.  He was convicted on a shaken baby syndrome theory, which has been called into question in recent years as being junk science by researchers.   Colin and Russ discuss the new legal challenges being heard in the case and what this means for Roberson's future.  Plus a new Is This Legal and a brand new international DCOTW!  Listen here.

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Colin and Russ pick up where they left off in Ep. 124 and continue discussing the criminal charges against P. Diddy.  They talk about attorney Tony Buzbee, who claims to represent 120 of P. Diddy's victims, and also discuss the prospects of Diddy making bail.  Also, Colin and Russ discuss the sentencing of Tina Peters.  As always, a new Is This Legal and a Georgia DCOTW.  Listen here!

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Colin and Russ discuss the pending federal criminal charges against Sean "P. Diddy" Combs related to sex trafficking, sexual abuse and racketeering.  They cover the charges and discuss the salacious allegations related to the "freak off" events that P. Diddy allegedly organized and sometimes participated in.  Plus, a new Is this Legal and a new DCOTW.  Check it out!

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Colin and Russ tackle the aggressive traffic stop of Tyreek Hill, the star wide receiver from the Miami Dolphins, at the hands of the Miami Dade PD.  The stop also involved players Calais Campbell and Jonnu Smith.  What could the police have done better to de-escalate the situation?  What could Tyreek have done differently?  What lessons can we all learn?  Also, a new Linda Stanley update.  With a new Is This Legal and hilarious DCOTW, you've run out of excuses to not listen.  Check it out!

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Colin and Russ break down the criminal charges that 5 people face in the aftermath of Friends actor Matthew Perry's death in late 2023.  They discuss drug dealer Jasveen Sangha, aka the Ketamine Queen, two doctors who are alleged to have illegally provided Matthew and his assistant with ketamine, and others.  Plus, a new Is This Legal and a new DCOTW.  Check it out!

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After years of firing lawyers, suing government agencies and even appealing to the United States Supreme Court, former Mesa County Clerk and election denier Tina Peters finally goes on trial on charges stemming from her conduct in 2021, where she allegedly used her powers of office to undermine the 2020 election results.  Colin and Russ pick up where we left off in Episode 82 and cover it all, including some updated predictions.  Plus, Is This Legal, and a new DCOTW!