Habeas Corpus Extends to Military Prisoners?: Despite CJLF's research that the Great Writ did not extend to military prisoners under common law, the Supreme Court ruled today that Guantanamo detainees have the right to challenge their detention in civilian court. This Associated Press article in the LA Times has details on counsels' arguments and the final decision released by the Court.

Texas Killer Executed, First Since National Pause: Michael Graczyk for the Associated Press writes that Texas has executed convicted killer Karl Chamberlain, 17 years after he murdered a 30-year-old woman who lived in his apartment building. The victim's family wondered why it had taken so long for justice to be served.

Independent Report on Juvenile Escape May Prevent Future Incidents: Following the February escape of a 17-year-old charged as an adult for murder, an independent audit has detailed the factors that allowed for the escape from San Mateo County's juvenile facility. John Coté of the San Francisco Chronicle reports that officials hope the investigation will prevent future incidents.