Courtroom Confidential, hosted by Joshua Ritter, is your weekly rendezvous with the latest updates in headline-making criminal cases nationwide. With his background as a former L.A. County prosecutor now practicing as a criminal defense attorney, Joshua brings a unique blend of professionalism and a personal touch to the table. Join Joshua every Monday, Wednesday and Friday to explore the ever-developing legal landscape and gain a deeper understanding of how the legal system operates.

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Lawyer Hot Takes: "Rust" GUILTY Verdict, What’s Next For Baldwin, Plus More!

Welcome back to Courtroom Confidential with Joshua Ritter! This week, I analyze the following true crime updates…

Welcome back to Courtroom Confidential with Joshua Ritter! This week, I analyze the following true crime updates:

- Rust armorer Hannah Gutierrez-Reed was found guilty on Wednesday in New Mexico on involuntary manslaughter charges in connection with the death of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins.
- James Crumbley, the father of school shooter Ethan Crumbley, began his trial this week as he faces involuntary manslaughter charges in connection with the 2021 Oxford High School Shooting.
- Delphi murders suspect Richard Allen’s attorneys filed a motion for early trial – meaning, the long-awaited murder trial must be set within 70 days, which is much sooner than the October trial date currently set.

Plus, I briefly cover cases that also made headlines this week, and what’s on the docket for next week. Share your thoughts and questions on these cases in the comments!

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Alec Baldwin Waves a Gun on Set, a Judge Gets Kicked Off the Bench & More on Courtroom Confidential

Welcome back to Courtroom Confidential with Joshua Ritter! This week, I analyze the following true crime updates…

Welcome back to Courtroom Confidential with Joshua Ritter! This week, I analyze the following true crime updates:

#JoseIbarra arrested in the brutal murder of Georgia nursing student #LakenRiley.

• Behind-the-scenes clips of #AlecBaldwin’s film #Rust were shown in court this week during armorer #HannahGutierrezReed’s manslaughter trial.

• Illinois judge #RobertAdrian who overturned the conviction of a man accused of sexual assault was removed from the bench in a 33-page ruling by the state’s Courts Commission.

Plus, I briefly cover cases that also made headlines this week, and what’s on the docket for next week. Share your thoughts and questions on these cases in the comments!

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