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Dec 2, 2025 • 25min
Beauty Queen in Murder Scheme Says Ankle Monitor Is Hurting Her Brand
A Georgia mom accused in a murder-for-hire plot in the Bahamas claims her GPS ankle monitor is "cramping her style" and preventing her from launching a new career. Lindsay Shiver is petitioning the Bahamian court to remove the monitor and allow her to move back to Thomasville, Georgia, for modeling and influencer work. Law&Crime’s Jesse Weber breaks down her legal arguments and her difficult history with the judge with Georgia criminal defense attorney Meg Strickler.PLEASE SUPPORT THE SHOW: Give the gift of everyday luxury this holiday season. Head to https://cozyearth.com and use code LAWANDCRIME for up to 40% off.Place your order by December 12th for guaranteed Christmas delivery. Listening after the 12th? Don’t worry — code LAWANDCRIME still works year-round for 20% off.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/lawandcrime/Twitter: 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.

Dec 1, 2025 • 36min
'Spiraling' Dad Left Kids in Snow During 'Hike from Hell': Indictment
A Utah father who was stranded on a mountainside with his three young children during a storm is now facing child torture and aggravated child abuse charges. The indictment reveals shocking evidence, including a video where his 8-year-old daughter asks, "Are we going to freeze to death, daddy?" Micah Smith, is accused of ignoring warnings, being ill-prepared, and abandoning his children before rescuers arrived. Utah criminal defense attorney Skye Lazaro joins Law&Crime’s Jesse Weber to break down the horrifying details and legal implications of the "hike from hell."PLEASE SUPPORT THE SHOW: Join CROWDHEALTH and say goodbye to insurance headaches. Use code SIDEBAR to get your first 3 months for only $99/month at https://joincrowdhealth.com 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/lawandcrime/Twitter: 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.

Nov 28, 2025 • 32min
Court Claps Back at Teen Mom After Baby Nearly Freezes in Dumpster
A New Mexico teen who gave birth and threw her newborn baby into a dumpster has had her conviction appeal denied. Alexis Avila was convicted of attempted first-degree murder and child abuse involving great bodily harm. On appeal, her attorneys argued that jury instructions on mental health were confusing and claimed ineffective assistance of counsel for not pursuing an insanity defense. Law&Crime's Jesse Weber breaks down the disturbing case, the arguments on appeal, and why the court upheld Avila's conviction.PLEASE SUPPORT THE SHOW:Join CROWDHEALTH and say goodbye to insurance headaches. Use code SIDEBAR to get your first 3 months for only $99/month at joincrowdhealth.comHOST: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/lawandcrime/Twitter: 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.

Nov 27, 2025 • 21min
Teacher Accused of Using AI to Create Child Porn Makes Stunning Decision
Former Mississippi teacher Wilson Jones used artificial intelligence to create explicit videos of his own middle school students, a scheme uncovered by a school monitoring system that flagged a "severe sexual alert" from his computer. Investigators say he used the students' real faces and typed detailed, explicit prompts into an AI website to generate the material. With his federal trial approaching, Jones made a shocking decision that would change his case forever. Law&Crime’s Jesse Weber breaks down the horrifying evidence and the teacher's last-minute plea with former federal prosecutor and law professor Mary Fan.PLEASE SUPPORT THE SHOW: Black Friday has come early at Cozy Earth! Right now, you can head to https://cozyearth.com and use code LAWANDCRIME on top of their sitewide sale — giving you up to 40% off in savings. These deals won’t last, so start your holiday shopping today! And if you get a Post-Purchase Survey, be sure to mention you heard about Cozy Earth right here!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/lawandcrime/Twitter: 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.

Nov 26, 2025 • 23min
5 Disturbing Details of Co-Worker's Sledgehammer Attack
The man accused of brutally murdering young welder Amber Czech could face upgraded charges. Law&Crime’s Jesse Weber and Minnesota trial attorney Paul Applebaum are taking a closer look at the latest from a Minnesota courtroom, including the court-ordered mental health evaluation for her coworker and alleged killer, David Delong.GoFundMe: https://www.gofundme.com/f/amber-czech PLEASE SUPPORT THE SHOW: Grow your own audience today – go to https://www.opus.pro/sidebar and get 65% off an annual Opus Pro plan for the month of November. 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/lawandcrime/Twitter: 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.

Nov 25, 2025 • 22min
LAPD Fires Back on ‘Bogus’ Claim of Frozen Body Found in D4vd Tesla
The back and forth continues in the Celeste Rivas Hernandez investigation. An LAPD official is pushing back on a claim that the 14-year-old's body was frozen and decapitated, but in a new twist, the LA County Medical Examiner's office has confirmed a court-ordered security hold, sealing all information about her death. What does the security hold mean for the investigation, and does this suggest the cause and manner of death have already been determined? Jesse Weber breaks down the latest with coroner Dr. Naida Rutherford.PLEASE SUPPORT THE SHOW: Use code SIDEBAR20 to get a 20% OFF discount directly on Plaud products in the links below. This is the biggest discount of the year—save on your BFCM shopping now! @PlaudAI- Plaud Website: https://bit.ly/4ohxpFe- Plaud Amazon: https://amzn.to/4lG76aO#blackFriday #BFCM #PlaudHOST: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/lawandcrime/Twitter: 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.

Nov 24, 2025 • 23min
D4vd Tesla Body Bombshells: Teen Found Frozen, New Suspect Eyed Per Reports
There are major new developments in the Celeste Rivas Hernandez death investigation. Reports allege the teenage girl's body, found in the trunk of a Tesla registered to singer D4vd, was frozen, dismembered, and decapitated. Now, a potential second suspect who may have helped with the body's disposal has been identified. Law&Crime’s Jesse Weber and former police commander Mike King break down the shocking new details and what they mean for the investigation into the singer.PLEASE SUPPORT THE SHOW: Use code SIDEBAR20 to get a 20% OFF discount directly on Plaud products in the links below. This is the biggest discount of the year—save on your BFCM shopping now! @PlaudAI- Plaud Website: https://bit.ly/4ohxpFe- Plaud Amazon: https://amzn.to/4lG76aO#blackFriday #BFCM #PlaudHOST: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/lawandcrime/Twitter: 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.

Nov 22, 2025 • 33min
International Manhunt on for Olympian Tied Hit Job, Drug Ring: FBI
Ryan Wedding — a former Olympic snowboarder — is now accused of becoming one of the world’s most violent drug kingpins. Prosecutors say he ran a billion-dollar cocaine empire, ordered multiple murders, and even hunted down a federal witness. Law&Crime’s Jesse Weber breaks down the explosive new indictment with criminal defense attorney Eric Faddis.PLEASE SUPPORT THE SHOW: Grow your own audience today – go to https://www.opus.pro/sidebar and get 65% off an annual Opus Pro plan for the month of November.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/lawandcrime/Twitter: 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.

Nov 21, 2025 • 28min
What Can We Really Expect in the Epstein Files?
We're on the brink of the Department of Justice's release of the Jeffrey Epstein files, as mandated by the new Epstein Files Transparency Act. But how much new information can we realistically expect to see? Law&Crime's Jesse Weber sits down with CNN senior legal analyst Elie Honig to analyze some of the biggest questions.PLEASE SUPPORT THE SHOW: Grow your own audience today – go to https://www.opus.pro/sidebar and get 65% off an annual Opus Pro plan for the month of November. 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/lawandcrime/Twitter: 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.

Nov 20, 2025 • 22min
WWE Wrestler Murdered by Ex-Wife, New Lover Just 3 Days After Divorce: Cops
Two arrests have been made in the shooting death of former WWE NXT star Knuckles Madsen, whose real name is Kevin Nikel. His ex-wife, Amanda Penny, and her new boyfriend, Michael Hogue, are accused of plotting together to kill him. Law&Crime’s Jesse Weber breaks down the two wildly competing narratives, as well as the charges and possibility of bail with victim’s rights lawyer John Phillips.PLEASE SUPPORT THE SHOW: Use code SIDEBAR20 to get a 20% OFF discount directly on Plaud products in the links below. This is the biggest discount of the year—save on your BFCM shopping now! @PlaudAI- Plaud Website: https://bit.ly/4ohxpFe- Plaud Amazon: https://amzn.to/4lG76aO#blackFriday #BFCM #PlaudHOST: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/lawandcrime/Twitter: 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.


