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Josh Kolsrud Breaks Down Legality Of Nicolas Maduro Capture On News 3
Defense attorney Josh Kolsrud explained that the capture of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro by U.S. forces, while extraordinary, is likely legal under existing U.S. precedent. He pointed to the 1989 apprehension of Panamanian leader Manuel Noriega, noting that American courts rejected claims of sovereign immunity in that case.
Was Nicolas Maduro Capture Legal? Federal Defense Attorney Josh Kolsrud Breaks It Down With Fox 10 News
Josh Kolsrud opens by cutting straight to the point on international law, calling it largely ineffective due to the lack of any real enforcement mechanism. In his view, global politics operate less on written rules and more on power dynamics between nations. Strong countries act, weaker countries react. Because of this imbalance, Josh explains that international law is unlikely to stop or meaningfully challenge the U.S. action against Nicolas Maduro. From a practical standpoint, he believes any international legal challenge would go nowhere.
Josh Kolsrud Weighs In On Extradition Hearing Of Murder Suspect Michael Abadi With Channel 3 News
Phoenix News 3 is tracking the case of Michael Abadi, a well-known California farmer accused of shooting and killing his wife, Kerianne, in Pinetop just before Thanksgiving. Investigators say evidence points to Abadi driving from Imperial County, California to Arizona, committing the murder, and then returning to California, where he was later arrested in El Centro. While he’s expected to be sent back to Navajo County to face murder charges, the big question right now is timing—when will he actually appear in an Arizona courtroom?
Josh Kolsrud on the Brianna Aguilera Investigation: “Follow the Facts”
In a recent Court TV discussion, defense attorney Josh Kolsrud shared his perspective on why Austin police reached a suicide conclusion in the death of Texas A&M student Brianna Aguilera—and why, in his view, that conclusion isn’t inherently unreasonable based on what investigators have described so far.
Defense Attorney Josh Kolsrud Insights on the Anna Kepner Cruise Ship Death
In a recent Court TV appearance, Defense Attorney Josh Kolsrud shared legal insights on the investigation into the death of 18-year-old Anna Kepner aboard a cruise ship. Below is a summary of the case background and highlights of Kolsrud’s perspective.
Court TV Appearance: Josh Kolsrud on the Trinity Poague Verdict
Criminal defense attorney Josh Kolsrud joined Court TV to discuss the guilty verdict in the Trinity Poague case, where Poague—a former Georgia pageant winner—was convicted on five of six counts and sentenced to life in prison with the possibility of parole after 30 years for the death of her boyfriend’s 18‑month‑old son.
What’s Next for the NBA Gambling Scandal? Attorney Josh Kolsrud Breaks It Down With Mike Broomhead
The airwaves have been abuzz with the shocking news of the arrests of prominent Portland Trail Blazers head coach Chauncey Billups, Miami Heat guard Terry Rozier, and former NBA player Damon Jones. The trio, now facing an array of federal indictments related to organized gambling schemes and rigged poker games, are at the center of a legal firestorm. In a recent interview on KTAR News with Mike Broomhead, veteran criminal defense attorney and former prosecutor Josh Kolsrud was asked to cut through the sensationalism and shed light on what these cases really mean from a legal standpoint.
Inside the NBA Gambling Scandal: Josh Kolsrud’s Legal Take With AZ Family News
The basketball world was rocked as news broke that current and former NBA players, a coach, and alleged organized crime figures had been swept up in one of the most expansive federal sports betting indictments in memory. On AZ Family News, defense attorney Josh Kolsrud offered a candid and seasoned legal perspective, cutting through the headlines to explain what these charges truly mean and how the court drama will unfold.
How AI is Reshaping Criminal Investigations and Fraud: Insights from Defense Attorney Josh Kolsrud
October 16, 2025 – Fox10 News Phoenix Artificial Intelligence (AI) is rapidly transforming every industry, but few areas feel its impact as sharply as the criminal justice system. During a recent appearance on Fox10 News in Phoenix, Defense Attorney Josh Kolsrud discussed how AI-generated images, voices, and analytical tools are both empowering law enforcement and creating new challenges for defense attorneys, courts, and the public. Here are some key insights offered by Josh on the…
Delays in the Cudjoe Young Murder Case | Criminal Defense Attorney Josh Kolsrud Weighs in on 12News
October 16, 2025 -12 News Phoenix The ongoing legal proceedings surrounding Cudjoe Young have attracted significant public attention. Young is currently facing both first-degree murder and kidnapping charges in connection to the killing of Mercedes Vega, alongside an earlier charge for armed robbery involving Vega and several other dancers in Phoenix. Notably, Young’s trials have seen an extraordinary 19 delays, sparking debate and frustration from all sides. Recently, criminal defense attorney Josh Kolsrud shared…
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