Solving the problem: a team of forensic pathologists and a statewide network make New Mexico's medical examiner system a model for the nation

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The medical examiner system in New Mexico provides superior death investigations while only costing a little more than $2.5 million per year statewide. The system involves a staff of five forensic pathologists, all board-certified, who are linked with the University of New Mexico's School of Medicine, allowing them to remain current with techniques and to perform research. The evidence gathering is performed by approximately 130 part-time field investigators. Public response is positive because of the systems' success at solving mysteries.

Justice, Public Order, and Safety Activities, Investigative Procedures, Practice, Death, Law enforcement officers, New Mexico, Certification, Medical examiners (Law)

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Ducking the confirmation process; Clinton's judicial nominees could find themselves stuck in political limbo

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Pres Bill Clinton's troubles with the Monica Lewinsky crisis bode ill for his chances to win Senate confirmation for any of his judicial nominees during the rest of his presidency. The legislative priorities of any lame-duck president will have an uphill battle with a Congress controlled by the opposing party, and Clinton's admission of an "inappropriate relationship" with a former White House intern make matters even more difficult. Some 40 to 50 judicial appointees are pending.

United States, Clinton, Bill, Political aspects, Judicial selection

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A too trusted secretary; a 10-year employee with a taste for luxury nearly destroys lawyer's practice

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The long-time secretary of Porterville, CA, attorney Burke Burford stole $268,000 from his trust accounts over a period of years. Her crimes were discovered after she forged her boss's signature on a letter of resignation to the California State Bar and he was accused of her crimes. The state bar has readmitted Burford to practice.

Analysis, Admission to the bar, Embezzlement

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