Jails to open the doors, let bad guys walk free under shocking new laws
A criminal defendant's right to be freed from jail on bond while awaiting trial is guaranteed in the U.S. Constitution's Bill of Rights. The 8th amendment says a judge can't impose "excessive bail." But a national effort to reform bail laws is raising concern that dangerous inmates are being let out of jail where they can commit other crimes. Nancy Grace looks at the controversy with Beth Chapman, matriarch of the bounty-hunting Chapman family on the "Dog the Bounty Hunter" show and president of National Bail Bonds Association. Also in this discussion is Colorado bondsman Bobby Brown, and victims' rights advocate Marc Klaas. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
12 Maalis 201846min
Natalie Finn parents brought to justice for starving, torturing, killing teen daughter
Natalie Finn weighed just 81 pounds when she died of cardiac arrest in October 2016. The 16-year-old and her two adopted siblings were locked in a small room in a Des Moines home while they were subjected to unimaginable torture and neglect. Nancy Grace explores the case against their parents who starved the teen daughter to death. She is joined by forensics expert Joseph Scott Morgan, juvenile Judge Ashley Willcott, forensic psychiatrist Dr. Daniel Bober, and reporter John Lemley. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
9 Maalis 201846min
Three beautiful woman make horrific false accusations and get busted
When a woman accuses a man of rape, there are serious consequences for the alleged rapist even before the investigation is completed. But when the investigation reveals the accusations are false, there can be serious consequences for the woman. Nancy Grace explores several cases in which women are prosecuted for falsifying evidence and lying about sexual assaults. Her experts include defense lawyer Troy Slaten, child advocate Ashley Willcott, psychologist Dr. Chloe Carmichael, prosecutor Wendy Patrick, and Heavy.com reporter Jennifer Dzikowski. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
8 Maalis 201847min
Woman murders three separate infants for 'constantly crying,' & Missouri Governor sex scandal a crime?
A woman who confessed to killing 3 babies, including her own son, 3 decades ago blames the babies for crying too much. Nancy Moronez told detectives she "can't take kids that constantly cry." Medical examiners concluded in the 1980s that the two boys and a girl died from SIDS, but the cases were reopened after the daughter of Moronez told police that her mother confessed to her. Nancy Grace looks at this case with psychologist Dr. Tiffany Sanders, forensics expert Joseph Scott Morgan, and reporter Scott Kimbler. Missouri's governor faces a possible impeachment trial amid accusations by a woman that he tried to blackmail her with nude photos after they engaged in an extra-marital affair. Grace debates the case with lawyer Troy Slaten, psychologist Caryn Stark, & reporter Pamela Furr, Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
7 Maalis 201848min
Mom disappears on country road, 2-year old tot girl found strapped in car seat left behind
Traci Pittman Kegley mysteriously vanished in 20 years ago, leaving her 2-year-old daughter alone in her car on a rural Alabama road. Her disappearance has been a cold case for years, but not investigators believe they could be close to finding the mother's remains. They reportedly have suspects on their radar. Nancy Grace explores the Kegley case with forensics expert Joseph Scott Morgan, psychologist Dr. Tiffany Sanders, and WSFA 12 News reporter Jennifer Horton. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
6 Maalis 201855min
'Hot' teacher charged in illicit relationship with middle school boy & Mom to tot killer: 'You're evil!'
Florida middle school teacher Stephanie Peterson Ferri allegedly carried on an illicit relationship with a 14-year-old male student, sending him nude photos and giving him marijuana. Nancy Grace looks at what the 26-year-old woman is accused of doing. Nancy is joined by defense lawyer Robin Ficker, analyst Dr. Bethany Marshall, Atlanta Juvenile Judge Ashley Willcott, & reporter Jennifer Dzikowski. The mother of 2 children who died at the hands of their nanny ended her testimony at the accused killer's trial by yelling “You’re evil and you love this!” Nancy discusses the trial of Yoselyn Ortega with reporter John Lemley and forensic expert Joseph Scott Morgan. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
5 Maalis 201852min
3-year-old tot girl body found in creek, just obtained 9-1-1 call, and sorority girl found dead, new charge
Earl Kimrey could face the death penalty if convicted of murdering little Mariah Woods. Prosecutors plan to pursue capital punishment against the North Carolina man. Nancy Grace stays on the case with lawyer Troy Slaten, psychologist Caryn Stark, forensics expert Joseph Scott Morgan, & Jacksonville Daily News reporter Mike McHugh. The opioid epidemic has hit South Carolina hard, but the state is fighting back by going after people who supply drugs that result in deaths. Nancy looks at the case against Anthony “A.J.” Hunt who allegedly gave a University of South Carolina coed the drugs that killed her. She is joined by Dr. William Morrone, forensics expert George Schiro, and reporter Larry Meagher. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2 Maalis 201844min
Tv star Heather Locklear arrested; where is missing doctor?
The disappearance of a disease researcher at the U.S. Centers for Disease Control has spurred many theories. Dr. Timothy Cunningham left his keys, car and wallet behind in his Atlanta home. Nancy Grace explores the case with medical examiner Dr. William Morrone, forensics expert George Schiro, and WSB Radio reporter Robyn Walensky. Grace also looks at the latest troubles for actress Heather Locklear. who faces a felony domestic violence charge in the wake of a fight with her boyfriend. Los Angeles defense lawyer Troy Slaten, New York psychologist Caryn Stark, forensics expert Joseph Scott Morgan, and RadarOnline.com reporter Alexis Tereszcuk join the discussion. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
1 Maalis 201848min
