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Jan 22, 2026 • 26min
Dad Chained Unconscious Girl to Hockey Table Before She Died: Police
Pennsylvania father Rendell Hoagland has been sentenced to life in prison after pleading guilty to the murder of his 12-year-old daughter, Malinda Hoagland. Investigators uncovered years of systematic abuse, starvation, and torture that left the girl weighing just fifty pounds when she died. Law&Crime’s Jesse Weber dives into the shocking court documents and police reports detailing Hoagland’s crimes, as well as the role of his fiancée, Cindy Warren.PLEASE SUPPORT THE SHOW: Take your personal data back with Incogni! Use code SIDEBAR at the link below and get 60% off an annual plan: https://incogni.com/sidebar HOST:Jesse Weber: https://twitter.com/jessecordweberLAW&CRIME SIDEBAR PRODUCTION:YouTube Management - Bobby SzokeVideo Editing - Michael Deininger, Christina O'Shea, Alex Ciccarone, & Jay CruzScript Writing & Producing - Savannah Williamson & Juliana BattagliaGuest Booking - Alyssa Fisher & Diane KayeSocial Media Management - Vanessa BeinSTAY UP-TO-DATE WITH THE LAW&CRIME NETWORK:Watch Law&Crime Network on YouTubeTV: https://bit.ly/3td2e3yWhere To Watch Law&Crime Network: https://bit.ly/3akxLK5Sign Up For Law&Crime's Daily Newsletter: https://bit.ly/LawandCrimeNewsletterRead Fascinating Articles From Law&Crime Network: https://bit.ly/3td2IqoLAW&CRIME NETWORK SOCIAL MEDIA:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lawandcrimeTwitter: https://twitter.com/LawCrimeNetworkFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/lawandcrimeTwitch: https://www.twitch.tv/lawandcrimenetworkTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lawandcrimeSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jan 21, 2026 • 22min
State Defends High School Rapist in Shocking Court Docs
Jesse Butler entered a no contest plea to multiple rape and domestic assault charges in Oklahoma last year, but the court granted him Youthful Offender Status, wiping away all prison time. Now the victims and their families are crying foul, challenging the decision under Marsy's Law and arguing their constitutional rights were violated. Law&Crime's Jesse Weber spoke with Rachel Bussett, the attorney who filed the Marsy's Law motion on behalf of one of Butler's victims, about the latest developments.PLEASE SUPPORT THE SHOW: Go to https://hellofresh.com/SIDEBAR10FM to Get 10 free meals + a FREE Zwilling Knife (a $144.99 value) on your third box. Offer valid while supplies last. Free meals applied as discount on first box, new subscribers only, varies by plan. HOST:Jesse Weber: https://twitter.com/jessecordweberLAW&CRIME SIDEBAR PRODUCTION:YouTube Management - Bobby SzokeVideo Editing - Michael Deininger, Christina O'Shea, Alex Ciccarone, & Jay CruzScript Writing & Producing - Savannah Williamson & Juliana BattagliaGuest Booking - Alyssa Fisher & Diane KayeSocial Media Management - Vanessa BeinSTAY UP-TO-DATE WITH THE LAW&CRIME NETWORK:Watch Law&Crime Network on YouTubeTV: https://bit.ly/3td2e3yWhere To Watch Law&Crime Network: https://bit.ly/3akxLK5Sign Up For Law&Crime's Daily Newsletter: https://bit.ly/LawandCrimeNewsletterRead Fascinating Articles From Law&Crime Network: https://bit.ly/3td2IqoLAW&CRIME NETWORK SOCIAL MEDIA:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lawandcrimeTwitter: https://twitter.com/LawCrimeNetworkFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/lawandcrimeTwitch: https://www.twitch.tv/lawandcrimenetworkTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lawandcrimeSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jan 21, 2026 • 31min
New Evidence Shakes Up Timothy Busfield's Sex Crimes Case
New audio has been released of actor Timothy Busfield's child accuser denying sexual abuse allegations, just as Busfield's defense team launches an explosive attack on the accuser's parents. Law&Crime’s Jesse Weber and criminal defense attorney John Day dive into the bombshell 200-page court filing, the counter-claims of grooming, and the severe career fallout for the “West Wing” alum.PLEASE SUPPORT THE SHOW: 👉 Grab your free seat to the 2-Day AI Mastermind: https://link.outskill.com/LAWCRIMEJAN4🔐 100% Discount for the first 1000 people💥 Dive deep into AI and Learn Automations, Build AI Agents, Make videos & images – all for free!🎁 Bonuses worth $5100+ if you join and attendHOST:Jesse Weber: https://twitter.com/jessecordweberLAW&CRIME SIDEBAR PRODUCTION:YouTube Management - Bobby SzokeVideo Editing - Michael Deininger, Christina O'Shea, Alex Ciccarone, & Jay CruzScript Writing & Producing - Savannah Williamson & Juliana BattagliaGuest Booking - Alyssa Fisher & Diane KayeSocial Media Management - Vanessa BeinSTAY UP-TO-DATE WITH THE LAW&CRIME NETWORK:Watch Law&Crime Network on YouTubeTV: https://bit.ly/3td2e3yWhere To Watch Law&Crime Network: https://bit.ly/3akxLK5Sign Up For Law&Crime's Daily Newsletter: https://bit.ly/LawandCrimeNewsletterRead Fascinating Articles From Law&Crime Network: https://bit.ly/3td2IqoLAW&CRIME NETWORK SOCIAL MEDIA:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lawandcrimeTwitter: https://twitter.com/LawCrimeNetworkFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/lawandcrimeTwitch: https://www.twitch.tv/lawandcrimenetworkTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lawandcrimeSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jan 19, 2026 • 35min
'Violent' Firefighter Hazing Included Leg Lock, Waterboarding: Police
What seemingly started as rough-housing among co-workers quickly devolved into a nightmare at Marion County’s Fire Station 21. Ten members of the fire crew were fired and four were arrested after a young recruit reported serious hazing allegations, including being restrained, struck with a belt, and even waterboarded. Law&Crime’s Jesse Weber dives into hours of interrogation footage, internal reports, and incident logs to uncover the full story.PLEASE SUPPORT THE SHOW: Go to https://meetfabric.com/sidebar and apply today, risk-freeHOST:Jesse Weber: https://twitter.com/jessecordweberLAW&CRIME SIDEBAR PRODUCTION:YouTube Management - Bobby SzokeVideo Editing - Michael Deininger, Christina O'Shea, Alex Ciccarone, & Jay CruzScript Writing & Producing - Savannah Williamson & Juliana BattagliaGuest Booking - Alyssa Fisher & Diane KayeSocial Media Management - Vanessa BeinSTAY UP-TO-DATE WITH THE LAW&CRIME NETWORK:Watch Law&Crime Network on YouTubeTV: https://bit.ly/3td2e3yWhere To Watch Law&Crime Network: https://bit.ly/3akxLK5Sign Up For Law&Crime's Daily Newsletter: https://bit.ly/LawandCrimeNewsletterRead Fascinating Articles From Law&Crime Network: https://bit.ly/3td2IqoLAW&CRIME NETWORK SOCIAL MEDIA:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lawandcrimeTwitter: https://twitter.com/LawCrimeNetworkFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/lawandcrimeTwitch: https://www.twitch.tv/lawandcrimenetworkTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lawandcrimeSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jan 16, 2026 • 20min
Lawyer Busted for Filming Girls in Target: Police
Arizona County Attorney Paul Correa has found himself on the wrong side of the law. He’s accused of filming minor girls in a Target and then allegedly watching the video in his car with his "pants disheveled." Law&Crime’s Jesse Weber breaks down the bizarre case, including the explosive bodycam footage of the police confrontation, the shocking witness statements, and the criminal charges.HOST:Jesse Weber: https://twitter.com/jessecordweberLAW&CRIME SIDEBAR PRODUCTION:YouTube Management - Bobby SzokeVideo Editing - Michael Deininger, Christina O'Shea, Alex Ciccarone, & Jay CruzScript Writing & Producing - Savannah Williamson & Juliana BattagliaGuest Booking - Alyssa Fisher & Diane KayeSocial Media Management - Vanessa BeinSTAY UP-TO-DATE WITH THE LAW&CRIME NETWORK:Watch Law&Crime Network on YouTubeTV: https://bit.ly/3td2e3yWhere To Watch Law&Crime Network: https://bit.ly/3akxLK5Sign Up For Law&Crime's Daily Newsletter: https://bit.ly/LawandCrimeNewsletterRead Fascinating Articles From Law&Crime Network: https://bit.ly/3td2IqoLAW&CRIME NETWORK SOCIAL MEDIA:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lawandcrimeTwitter: https://twitter.com/LawCrimeNetworkFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/lawandcrimeTwitch: https://www.twitch.tv/lawandcrimenetworkTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lawandcrimeSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jan 15, 2026 • 24min
Mom Accused of Killing Kid in Exorcism Makes Big Ask to Court
Civil rights attorney Joe Richardson joins to discuss a chilling case involving a family accused of killing a three-year-old girl during an exorcism. He explains the California Racial Justice Act and its potential application, addressing claims of bias against their religious beliefs and ethnicity. The conversation delves into the controversial framing of faith healing versus criminal conduct. Richardson also evaluates how religious defenses could impact legal outcomes and the implications for future cases, amid concerns about justifying harm under the guise of faith.

Jan 14, 2026 • 26min
5 Major Theories in Ohio Double Murder Motive
Brian J. McMonigle, a veteran criminal defense attorney, delves into the shocking double murder case from Columbus, Ohio, where a vascular surgeon is accused of killing his ex-wife and her husband. They discuss the intriguing lack of forced entry and the implications of vehicle surveillance linking the suspect. The conversation highlights potential motives stemming from a longstanding malpractice suit and family dynamics. McMonigle also explains premeditation theories, prosecutor strategies, and the significance of injury patterns in establishing intent.

Jan 13, 2026 • 28min
'Abusive' Doctor Dad Refuses to Bury Twins with Dead Mom: Family
Family law attorney Randy Kessler joins to discuss the heartbreaking case of Charity Beallis and her twins, who were tragically shot in their home. They delve into the father's troubling past, including a domestic violence conviction, raising questions about his involvement. Kessler highlights the dangers in contested divorces and custody disputes, while analyzing the unsettling link between Randall Beallis and previous accusations surrounding his first wife's death. Tensions rise as the family's frustrations with the legal system unfold.

Jan 12, 2026 • 23min
Third Suspect Nabbed in Dancer Burned Alive Case
In this discussion, criminal defense attorney Meg Strickler shares insights on the chilling case of Mercedes Vega's murder, focusing on the extradition of Jared Gray. She explains the intricacies of extradition and the potential reasons defendants waive formal hearings. Strickler delves into the legal strategies surrounding bond decisions for violent crimes, and the complexities involved in capital trials. She also highlights the robust forensic evidence linking the accused, including digital footprints and physical evidence, making this a gripping analysis of a high-stakes legal battle.

Jan 9, 2026 • 29min
Nick Reiner Not Guilty of Murders?
Seth Zuckerman, a skilled criminal defense attorney, joins to break down the Nick Reiner case after his attorney's dramatic withdrawal. They discuss how the statement of 'not guilty' hints at a possible insanity defense or other strategies. Zuckerman further explores the implications of expert witnesses and funding issues. The duo also talks about the role of the Los Angeles County Public Defender and the potential impact of celebrity witnesses. Tune in for deep legal insights and unexpected twists in this high-profile case!


