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How Far Have We Come? Not Far Enough Are we still are failing our children by choosing to disbelieve them, discredit them, and fail to honor them as the people...? Click for article	OJ Banking on Race Card, Again Trial advocacy is what turned the OJ Simpson double murder case into one of the biggest miscarriages of justice in legal history. Click for article	We Gotta Start Talking About Sexual Assault Whenever I tell people that I am a sex crimes prosecutor, people say, "Eeewww, how can you do that?" Click for article
What We Can Learn From The Tragic Murder of Lily Burk Lily Burk's death reminds us that we are not having the conversations we need to with our kids. Click for article	Did the Economist Do Sex Crime Victims Justice? If anything should be explored about the state of the law relating to sex offenders, it's the huge issue of a lack of prosecution, rather than too much of it! Click for article	People v. Ayres: Where's the Justice? Why are the prosecutor and the defense attorney in cahoots to keep a journalist from observing the Dr. William Ayres child molestation trial in Redwood City? Click for article
"The People" Have the Right to a Speedy Trial, Too! When is justice coming for Elizabeth Smart and her family? Click for article	Human Trafficking: A Problem of Language? The U.S. Department of Justice estimates that there are 200,000 U.S. citizens yearly, mainly children and young women, who are at high risk of being trafficked throughout the U.S for sexual purposes. Click for article	Did Megan Want a Killer Millionaire? The two shows Jenkins appeared on as a contestant were Megan Wants a Millionaire and I Love Money 3, both VH1reality TV shows. Both have now been canceled. Click for article
Los Angeles Crime: 2009 in Review "I'd like to remind you specifically of 12 crime stories -- one for every juror on a panel..." Click for article	A Prosecutor's View: Sex Offender Registries in Light of Garrido "...since children, as non-voters, do not have the ability to protect their rights legally, we as adults need to explore every possible avenue to do it for them." Click for article	Summer of Missed Opportunities The specific cases that give rise to this year's "Summer of Missed Opportunities" include the case of Lily Burk (the 17-year-old slashed ear to ear by a third-striker who was not prosecuted due to a "clerical error"). Click for article
The Predator's Partner: Nancy Garrido "...I don't know if this qualifies as a love story, but let me take you to the beginning of their romance." Click for article	Mo'Nique's Unique Eloquence I hope the fictional story of Precious, and the real-life experiences of Mo'Nique, will inspire those suffering under the horror of abuse to seek help. Click for article	Point, Click, Stalk Imagine you are at the gym or the grocery store and a creep sidles up and manages to take a picture of you with his cell phone. Click for article
New Law Jails Paparazzi -- Now What? The new law will play a significant role in identifying and enforcing criminal misconduct by the paparazzi. Click for article	Lessons From Lohan and Gibson? The lessons from LiLo and Mel: Don't drink and drive and don't beat up on your wife. Click for article	We Have A Lot To Do Lou Lou, where ever you are, we hear you and we WILL keep fighting! Click for article
Baby Vaughn Court Battle Why do some states care about the best interest of children and others do not? Click for article	The Battle For Baby Vanessa What better way to continue the cycle of violence against the bio mom than to torture her with the decision she made without his permission. Click for article	Do Girls Matter? Sexism and Sexual Abuse We also cannot forget that according to statistics girls get molested two to three times more often then boys. Click for article

Baby Vaughn: Failed Adoptions and False Choices

A woman should have a valid alternative to either aborting her baby or being forced to raise a child she does not want. Click for article

Should Teens Be Charged as Adults?

The 81-year-old was on his way back to his hotel from the reception when two 16-year-old boys and one 13-year-old boy randomly attacked him. Click for article

Take Charge of Your Home Court

The bottom line is that families are not democracies; parents are the leaders, and kids are the followers. Click for article

How Casey Anthony Dodged the Death Penalty Could a jury or Anthony's peers be decide to end her life? Attorney Robin Sax, a Los Angeles County Deputy District Attorney, doesn't think so. Click for article	Can Teen Texting Put YOU Behind Bars? Are we legally responsible for what our kids do on phones WE bought them and computers WE pay for? A leading bullying expert and attorney weigh in. Click for article	Are Your Affairs In Order? What are the four things every mother should have? Attorney Robin Sax answers that in light of the Natasha Richardson tragedy. Click for article
Dad's Marriage a Legal Tactic? Can getting married prevent a couple from testifying against each other court? Robin examines some of the issue from a recent case. Click for article	Florida Seeks Death Penalty - Casey Anthony The reversal of the prosecution's position was probably not triggered by new evidence, says Robin Sax, a former Los Angeles County Deputy District Attorney. Click for article	Is Haleigh Cummings' Dad an Unfit Parent? Robin say it's not always about who is the better parent - sometimes it comes down to who cared enough to show up to court. Click for article
Who Should Have Custody of Jackson's Kids "It can be easily argued," says Sax, "that he didn't make the decision in 'sound mind and body.'" Click for article	Missing Children and the Power of Media '...for better or worse, the media is a powerful tool and a wonderful resource when dealing with protecting kids, finding perpetrators, and enlisting public support.' Click for article	Is Casey's Lack of Remorse a Syndrome? According to Sax, phrases like "battered-wife syndrome," the quasi defense that explains why a woman might resort to murder, are basically made up. Click for article
Abducted Teen Called Parents Twice "We don't know if he was dialing the phone, holding the phone, if he had a knife -- we don't know those things," explains Sax. Click for article	Human Trafficking DOES Exist 'The Shaniya Davis case is so tragic. But what I am pleased about is how quickly the prosecutors have charged the mom, at least with human trafficking.' Click for article	Would You Help a Relative Get Away with Murder? Relatives of criminals offer various levels of help, says Robin Sax, a former Los Angeles County Deputy District Attorney. Click for article
Missing Morgan: The Family's Pain Morgan Harrington was a 20-year-old Virginia Tech education major who wanted to be a teacher... Morgan's remains were found in a field last week. Click for article	Does The Punishment Fit The Crime? What's most shocking to those following the (Rihanna) case is that the 20-year-old Brown will serve no jail time. Click for article	Jim Moret Over James Ray Any Day ...just as I am about to post my review of Jim Moret's new book -- self-help speaker/author James Arthur Ray was arrested in Arizona on manslaughter charges. Click for article
Chelsea King Tragedy: Another Wasted Opportunity A violent sex offender only served five years in prison? How is it that such a plea-bargain passed legal and judicial muster? Click for article	Stepmothers Have No Rights! If things turn ugly between Sandra and Jesse, and he says he doesn't want Sandra to see the kids, then she won't be seeing the kids... Click for article	Survivor Producer's Wife Another Sad Statistic "...if the police have done their homework... why do they appear to be dropping the ball now by allowing Bruce Beresford-Redman to be out of custody?" Click for article
Parents of 'Survivor' Murder Suspect Want Custody of Kids "I am most disgusted that they could not even identify the names of the maternal grandparents on their court-certified declaration." Click for article	Larry King's Mistress to Sue for 'Breach of Promise'? This sounds like a scorned woman who is throwing spaghetti in the air to see if anything will stick. Click for article	Wives Who Sue Mistresses: Is This OK? These types of suits are called 'alienation of affection.' While most laws have abolished them, seven states still have the law on the books... Click for article
Top Four Ways Criminals Use and Abuse the Internet ...American children are easy targets, and they carry less risk for buyers because they don't need to be imported. Click for article	Why I Feel Horrified for Kyron Horman's Stepmom ...despite my sympathy, I can't help but wonder why the family didn't come out and address the public sooner. Click for article	Brian McDaddy -- Again? McKnight has been ordered to hand over a whopping $341,640 to a Florida woman who says the singer is the father of her teenage son. Click for article
Adoption Deception: Toddler Left in Legal Limbo "While he may be asserting his parental rights, is he really acting in the child's best interest? Or is he taking advantage..." Click for article	Eight Reasons Kyron Horman's Stepmom Might Be Guilty At this point in the investigation, I think suspicions about stepmom Terri Horman are more than warranted. Click for article	Why Did Kyron Horman's Dad Get a Restraining Order Against Wife? ...there were two 911 calls made from the Horman home this past Saturday evening. Click for article
Prop 8 Ruling – for the Better! ...how in the world does discriminating against a specific group make anyone's marriage stronger?!' Click for article	Did Terri Moulton Horman Hire Hitman to Kill Husband? ...new info, coupled with last week's restraining order, has proven fatal for Terri in the court of public opinion. Click for article	The Battle for Vanessa: A Mom's Custody Crusade "You can tell a lot more from someone's actions than from their lawyer's words." Click for article
	Jenner and Fishburne Redefining 'Success' in Entertainment Both Kim and Paris used sex tapes to send themselves into stardom. So that's an acceptable "outlet" now ...? Click for article

Now You See It... The Eyewitness Controversy

We all know that the truth is, juries love witnesses. Click for article

Casey, Michael and Nancy

It sounds like the beginning of a bad joke, doesn’t it? I wish I could say it was. Click for article

Rushing to Judgment from Coast to Coast

If you don’t think these news stories affect all the other run-of-the-mill cases in courtrooms each and every day, think again. Click for article

Before There Was "To Catch a Predator"... R. Stephanie Good, a highly trained lawyer, house-mom and accomplished author, was compelled to take action. Click for article	CLINTON v. OBAMA and McCAIN, TOO... Where Do They Stand On Crime? Who knew that the primaries could be so exciting? It’s no wonder that the talking heads are talking their heads off. Click for article	Why Does a Child Molester Get to Benefit from the System He Disgraced? ...this case is heinous on so many more levels that even the truest believers out there should be motivated to see that certain laws need amending—fast! Click for article
A Double Life, A Single Mission: A True Believing Prosecutor My kids know that they can’t pull any of the usual tricks when it comes to their Mom. Why? Click for article	If I Were Judge, Jury, and Lawmaker, Too... “How can you prosecute sex crimes without getting ill, jaded or miserable?” Click for article	What Happened to Stealing the Old-fashioned Way? A Look At Identity Theft Technology and modern electronics have forced even the most crotchety people to log on, tune in, and get wired. Click for article
Prosecutors Control The Courtroom; Parents Control the Home While each member of the family plays a part in the makeup of the family unit, the “law” within the home must be determined by the parents. Click for article	How Can I Talk to My Children About Molesters? “What should I say to my kids about keeping their bodies safe—without scaring them to death?” Click for article	Women Behaving Deadly Forensic psychologist Dr. Morris provides a framework to understand dangerous women and helps us understand how society should deal with them. Click for article
Confessions of a Fashion DA If I could think of my dream job, I’d be a stylist, a personal shopper, a fashion policewoman. Click for article	Economy and Crime Go Together Like Peas and Carrots So in order to really evaluate the nominees on crime, you need to take a peek at their stances on the economy. Click for article	Introducing CeeCee Gallagher . . . A Detective You Must Meet ...as a prosecutor there are very few mysteries that really knock my socks off. Click for article
Desperate Times Lead To Desperate Measures ... The money’s just about gone, and people have lost their homes, their jobs, and their life savings. And then there are those who have lost their minds. Click for article	Google This We live in a brave new world of research. The World Wide Web has changed the landscape for information-gathering for everyone, from writers to lawyers to criminals. Click for article	The Year In Review 2008 I’d like to examine the crime stories that represent justice, truth, and closure for the many lives that were affected by crime. Click for article
When Stalking Goes Hi-Tech Tech-savvy criminals can turn our favorite timesavers into tools to stalk, harass, and harm us. Click for article	Prioritize = Legalize Why are the authorities making an example of Michael Phelps? Why are we using tax dollars to prosecute and incarcerate weed smokers? Click for article	A Plea to Casey Marie Anthony How can a young mother to a beautiful child seemingly murder that child? Click for article
Drew Peterson: A View From Two Perspectives In order to understand what a big nothing relying on circumstantial evidence is, you must attend my short class on evidence. So, welcome, here we go. Click for article	Day to Honor, Memorialize, and Empower This day is a reminder to the nation to renew efforts to reunite missing children with their families and to make child protection a national priority. Click for article	A Sign of the Times...."Sexting" If a 16-year-old girl willingly sends a naked picture of herself to her same aged boyfriend, are we shocked? It seems relatively harmless, right? Click for article
Calling All of Michael Jackson's Creditors ...do those creditors lose the ability to pursue their claims as a result of Michael's death?. Click for article	What is Human Trafficking Anyway? Upon hearing those words, many people assume that is not a crime that happens here in our country. Click for article	Ohio Honors One of Their Own- Stacy Dittrich Women in Crime Ink's Stacy Dittrich is a wonder: a beautiful blond, intelligent woman, and a tough cookie. Click for article
It Never Ends: The Trauma of Sexual Assault Is it hard to believe that a victim of sexual assault still feels vulnerable 22 years later, at the age of 82? I don’t think so at all. Click for article	A Murderer Among Them: Random Act or Was Raymond Clark a Ticking Time Bomb? While many call this a case of work place violence, we must not separate a defendant's past from the crime he's charged with. Click for article	October: Cybersecurity Awareness Month This is actually the sixth year the Department of Homeland Security has marked Cybersecurity Awareness. Click for article
Funny, Freaky, Freeing, or Just Plain Irresponsible? The "Playboy" pictures feature Marge sitting naked on a bunny chair, wearing nothing but her signature blue hairdo. Click for article	Shaniya Davis: A Case of Domestic Human Trafficking To put it bluntly: We need to get the word out that human trafficking for sex is a problem not just in Thailand or Cambodia, but right here at home. Click for article	Beyond Inhuman: The Gang Rape Phenomenon How could such a horrific gang rape go on for two hours, in front of a small crowd, without anyone calling for help? Click for article
Missing Morgan: The Family’s Pain In cases of murdered children, there will be a range of emotions affecting the family: feelings of helplessness, guilt, grief, listlessness, anger, rage, horror, pain (both physical and emotional), and more. Click for article	Cherish Lewis Should Go Free You might think that this is a one-in-a million case, where a judge grants an abusive parent custody. But you would be wrong. Click for article	Sexual Abuse in the Orthodox Jewish Community In the Jewish community, especially in the ultra-Orthodox world, there has always been a general fear of airing dirty laundry. Click for article
The Value of Advocacy and Journalism Why do some cases draw media attention and others fall by the wayside? Click for article	System Failures - Part One Regardless of where you fall on the question of whether an adoptive mom should trump a biological parent – how about considering the best interest of the child? Click for article	System Failures - Part Two Self-confessed former mafia hit-man James “Jimmy” Hughes walked out of the Riverside Superior Court in Indio, CA, a free man. Click for article
Celebrity Justice? The New York Daily News has provided its findings as proof that celebs do the crime -- they just don’t do the time. Click for article	Can New Instructions for New Times Change Old Habits? ...the technology that makes it so darn easy to violate jury instructions has forced jurisdictions to update rules. Click for article	Mitrice Richardson's relationship to Mel Gibson Is there any relationship between the death of Mitrice Richardson and Mel Gibson’s rage-a-holic issues? Click for article
Human Trafficking on the World Wide Web Web sites like Myspace.com, Urbanchat.com, and Blackplanet.com have supplied the necessary victims. Click for article	A Dysfunctional, Broken System: California Department of Corrections Parole Operation Why are these parolees not being properly supervised and monitored by parole agents? Click for article	My Top 8 Stories of 2010 From Casey Anthony to Lindsay Lohan, Robin gives a year-end recap of all the top stories in her year end review. Click for article
Denial In Naples: The Case of Steven Noyes Not everyone who comes in contact with a child molester will be abused. In truth, sex offenders tend to carefully pick and set up their victims. Click for article	Should Teens Be Charged as Adults? Prosecuting children as adults is a touchy subject, especially from the perspective of one who advocates on behalf of children. Click for article	Does Lack of Desire to Prosecute Matter for Prosecutors Deciding Lindsay Lohan's Fate? The reality is that Lindsay Lohan is an addict. Click for article
Medical Marijuana: The Voters Have Spoken Why do people have so much trouble with therapeutic cannabis? Click for article

Did the Justice System Fail Chelsea King?

"...most sex offenders are family members and not strangers, and most don't kill their victims." Click to open in new window.

Michael Jackson Death Probe: Homicide?

"L.A. doesn't want another celebrity trial that they'll lose," says former L.A. County prosecutor Robin Sax. Click to open in new window.

Doctor's Paper Trail Could Aid Jackson Investigation

...as many as 10 to 20 doctors might ultimately be charged or indicted in connection with the investigation, predicted former Los Angeles prosecutor Robin Sax. Click to open in new window.

Authorities Facing Tough Challenges in Michael Jackson Case

"The one thing L.A. wants to do is to let the media die down on it," Sax tells PEOPLE. Click to open in new window.

Grayson Vaughn: A Case of Child's Best Interest Gone Wrong

The day after his third birthday celebration... little Grayson Vaughn was ripped away from his family by court order. Click to open in new window.

The Cycle of Abuse Being Perpetuated Through the Baby Vanessa Case

So, now we have a peek into the biological dad who I would like to refer to as simply, "sperm donor." Click to open in new window.

Kid Safety: What Lurks Online?

Kids have many of the keys to their own safety and they simply need smart adults who recognize that and embrace it to get the results. Click to open in new window.

Kid Safety: What Lurks Online?

Kids have many of the keys to their own safety and they simply need smart adults who recognize that and embrace it to get the results. Click to open in new window.

Sexting: Just "Kid Stuff" or Child Porn

What do you call someone at the maximum level of risk-taking behavior, but due to age, has the least ability to be rational (and thus can't recognize the consequences of their actions)? Click to open in new window.

What is the Point of a Sex Offender Registry?

How could Phillip Garrido - clearly a dangerously deranged individual - have “slipped” below the radar of the officials who clearly knew about him? Click to open in new window.

Flood of Civil Cases Hampers Miramonte Investigation

The prosecutors "are watching a case unfold on television and they're stuck with whatever is said in public" notes Robin Sax. Click for article

Keeping Children from Going Missing

'A good test for your child, especially the younger ones: when you come home, ring the doorbell and wait to see if your child is going to wait for a grown-up before answering or coming to the door.' Click for article

When Terrible Things Happen to Children

'Robin Sax, a former L.A. County Deputy District Attorney (and a contributor to Motherlode) suggests that one ideal code is “I am at the ATM.” Click for article

Sentences in statutory rape convictions like Roman Polanski's are now longer "Thirty years ago, sexual assault -- rape and sex crimes -- were treated differently," said Robin Sax, a former sex crimes prosecutor for the L.A. County district attorney's office. "Time and education haven't worked for Polanski's benefit." Click to open in new window.	Defense strategies could keep Polanski out of prison "Still, getting a conviction without the victim is possible if prosecutors rely on incriminating statements Polanski made in interviews, to police and probation officers, and in his autobiography as well as other evidence," said Robin Sax. Click to open in new window.	California Told To Reject Claim By Parents of Dead Teen They say sex offender John Gardner III violated his parole at least five times after serving a sentence for molesting a girl in 2000... Click to open in new window.
	How Prosecutors’ Unique Step Could Shape the Case Preliminary hearings are a good way for prosecutors to assess how their witnesses will do... Click for article

What To Do If You're Carjacked

Do everything within your power to avoid getting into the car with him, because once you do, experts say that your chances of survival plummet. Click to view article.

Stranger DANGER

The recent car abduction and murder of a young woman left L.A. in shock. How can you protect yourself? Click for pdf of article.

Monster Mom Out of Control

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Shocking photos Casey Anthony tried to ban may seal her fate. Robin comments on newly released photos. (.pdf File)

All-American Monster

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Craig's List Killer - “This case reeks of a sexual predator who uses control and violence to get what he wants,” Sax tells Globe. (.pdf File)

How To Protect Yourself At Work

Sign up for Skype. If you often work in the office alone at night, go to skype.com now and download the free software, then ask your friends and family to do the same... Click for pdf of article.

Chilling Photos Will Seal Cruel Killer's Fate

Sax tells GLOBE the grisly images – including spine-chilling close-ups of 21-year-old Stephany’s fractured skull and other horrific injuries – “are graphic proof of Joran’s unbridled violence.” Click for article (.pdf File)

'Safe' Websites Aren't Necessarily Safe

Chat tools are embedded in these "safe" sites, and can teach potentially dangerous lessons... Click to open in new window.

Defend Your Child

'Working with the Legal System -- Just when you thought a learning disability diagnosis for your child was difficult enough....' Click to open in new window.

Play It Safe

Nearly 70 percent of all reported sexual assaults occur to children ages 17 and under. Click to view .pdf file of article.

Kids' Online Safety Is In Their Hands - And Yours

Craigslist has become a virtual 'stop-and-shop' for predators. Click to open pdf in new window.

Is 'Sugar Daddying' Prostitution, or Just Extreme Gifting?

“The really rich and successful Hollywood men can basically get anything they want.” Click to open in new window.

Lilo Dodges the Lockup Again

"This is not a technicality; this is sloppy judicial and legal work," said Sax. Click to open in new window.

Lindsay Lohan to Have Good Friday Court Appearance on Necklace Theft Charge

Commenting on Lohan's case, former prosecutor Robin Sax told "Good Morning America" that the best defense was "a strategy of delay." Click to open in new window.

Chelsea King-Amber Dubois Plea Deal for Killer John Gardner is Justice Served

In the Gardner case the police did their job, the prosecution did theirs, and thankfully the defendant did his as well. Click for article.

Was Charlie Sheen's Sentence Too Lenient?

'...the emphasis of Sheen's day in court was on celebrity and not necessarily justice.' Click to open in new window.

Former 'Survivor' Producer Bruce Beresford-Redman Admitted Affair in E-Mails

"...the e-mails suggest less that Bruce Beresford-Redman could have "snapped" but that "there is evidence that this could be completely planned.” Click to open in new window.

How are Michael Jackson’s kids holding up?

Dr. Murray's defense team isn't backing down, and neither are prosecutors. This is going to come down to a battle of the experts. Click to open in new window.

Courtney Love Assembles a Twitter Army

Robin comments - "...why wouldn't she go to a forum that people respond to the most?" Click to open in new window.

Casey Anthony: Letters Could Be Her Demise

The release of the letters not only gives us a sneak peak into her mind, but also begins to set the stage for the drama that will unfold... Click for article.

Celebrity Justice Costs Big Time

Robin notes - "Just in this last year we have had Conrad Murray with Michael Jackson, Roman Polanski, we have Lindsay Lohan, we have Charlie Sheen. These cases are keeping us busy." Click to open in new window.

Amber Dubois' Parents Want Answers

"Have you ever seen a situation, in your experience, where an abducted family members have not known anything about the status of the case or the investigation whatsoever?" Click to open in new window.

Reuters Decides It's OK to Distribute Revealing Shot of Miley Cyrus

Reuters was “blurring the lines between what is porn and what is not. Click to open in new window.

How to Stop a Sex Offender? Chelsea King Murder Should Never Have Happened

This is not a case of bad laws, no victim, no resources, no past history, and no psychological analysis. Click for article.

Teen Targeted: What Lily Can Teach You

Parents and kids need to have a code word that can fit into conversations naturally, but be an indicator that something is wrong, signaling an emergency. Click to open in new window.

Producer got life insurance before wife died

Robin notes - "It's looking like a slam dunk from the view of the prosecutor." Click to open in new window.

What's Taking So Long with the Michael Jackson Investigation?

"It's not like prosecutors think there's a propofol murderer out there," says Robin Sax, former Los Angeles prosecutor, saying he's not a flight risk. Click to open in new window.

Paris Hilton Looking at Hard Time if Convicted of Cocaine Possession

...if convicted, Paris will be given probation which could involve substance abuse class and treatment. Click to open in new window.

Documentary focuses on child exploitation

"Whenever sex is being performed on a child, that's trafficking. The Internet has made this huge. People can profile exactly what they are looking for." Click to open in new window.

Frances Bean Cobain Comes of Age Frances drew a lot of publicity two years ago when she threw a suicide-themed Sweet 16 birthday party at the House of Blues on the Sunset Strip. Click to open in new window.	Terri Horman Appears in Court; Family Fears Son Infected by Used Condom Transcript of HLN's "Issues" with Jane Velez-Mitchell . Click to open in new window.	Age of Consent in California Robin Sax gives legal thought on age of consent in California - question is raised in article on Miley Cyrus and Justin Gaston. Cyrus is 15 while Gaston is reported to be 20. Click to open in new window.
Claims by O.C. billionaire's kids rejected Former prosecutor Robin Sax said the question of greed will come into play. Click to open in new window.	Inside the Hollywood Drug Scene: How Celebrities Get Their Fix Apparently Lindsay told her friends to ‘come over with the drugs or don’t come at all.’ Click to open in new window.	Lindsay Lohan’s Appetite For Destruction Says Robin, 'My guess is that we will see something more substantial in terms of jail time...' Click to open in new window.
Mother Harassed for Breastfeeding in OC Store A Southern California mother is outraged she was asked to stop breastfeeding her baby in public. Click to open in new window.	Lindsay Lohan Could Be Back in Jail This Week Says Robin, '...she may very well have to start serving out her sentence immediately after Friday’s hearing.' Click to open in new window.	Lindsay Lohan Said to Be in Rehab, Yet Again The actress is said to have voluntarily checked herself in for treatment. Click to open in new window.
Anna Nicole Smith's Confidantes Unlikely to See Jail Time After Guilty Verdicts, Legal Experts Say "Of all the counts, that was it? Not so much of a win..." Click to open in new window.	Shake-Up for Grigorieva's Legal Team NBCLA has learned that communication between Oskana's team of lawyers became ugly. Click to open in new window.	Randy Quaid, Wife Seek Asylum in Canada, Saying They Fear for Their Lives "Their behavior keeps raising the odds … that the court would consider jail." Click to open in new window.
Ronni Chasen Murder: Doubts Raised About 'Harold' "Harold," who neighbors say bragged about killing Hollywood publicist Ronni Chasen, shot himself fatally. Click to open in new window.	Willie Nelson Will Likely Go to Jail for Pot Bust, Expert Says Sax said that Nelson’s history of arrests is likely to work against him in the eyes of the law. Click to open in new window.	Video could hold clues to Chasen murder Chasen, 64, was killed on Nov. 16 as she was driving in her Mercedes-Benz through Beverly Hills. Click to open in new window.
Many Skeptical That Ronni Chasen Murder Was 'Robbery Gone Wrong' Sax said 'I am not convinced that it wasn’t a calculated hit.' Click to open in new window.	Hunt for Hollywood Publicist's Killer: Starting From Scratch 'Our biggest clue is to look in the will. Who was left out?' Click to open in new window.	Town Car driver sought in Chasen killing That Town Car is a potential witness that could actually provide some very important clues. Click to open in new window.
	Police: Suicide Weapon Same Used on Ronni Chasen Robin Sax notes '...there are still a lot more questions than answers in this case.' Click to open in new window.

Feds Start Medical Marijuana Crackdown

Prosecutors said they are working with the Internal Revenue Service to seize bank accounts with rent money from medical marijuana stores. Click to open in new window.

Dr. Drew - is Casey Anthony a Serial Killer Such as the One Known as the “Happy Face Killer”?

Dr. Drew and experts asked her what it’s like to find out that someone you love has done awful and evil things. Click to open in new window.

Jersey City prostitute still missing after 13 months of searching

Whether it’s the sheer mystery or the horrifying details of Gilbert’s last known moments, her case has galvanized public interest. Click to open in new window.

Stop the Torture!

The International Human Trafficking Task Force (IHTTF) wants to combat human trafficking & support existing government efforts across global jurisdictions. We hope to increase the number of investigations, rescued victims and prosecutions of human traffickers. Click to open in new window.

...Teacher Beltran Pleads Guilty

Beltran entered the guilty plea to 10 counts involving nine female victims as charged. Click for .pdf - (large file 7 mb)

How to Predator Proof Your Child

"Empowering, not scaring, children is what allows them to handle the situation, while fear tends to make them freeze and may actually disable them if they need to act in an emergency." Click to open in new window.

Robin Sax offers her take on the courtroom in an article on the 'Gay Panic' defense and notes various instances of this tactic being used by defense attorneys to sway jury decisions. Click to open in new window.

Child Sexual Assault Prosecution

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"Child Sexual Assault Prosecution: What I Know As A Prosecutor and What I Would Change" (.pdf File)

click to download full Klaas Newsletter which contains previous article and others by various contributors (.pdf File)

Robin Sax featured in article discussing the dangers of criminal liability with IT firms in a new age of data sharing. Notes on reaches of security, privacy and other important aspects related to the law and involved in deciding liability. (not linked)

Ensure safety on Missing Children’s Day

If abuse is suspected, Sax said it’s important for parents to let law enforcement take over. Evidence can be tainted and prosecutions derailed if parents confront suspected abusers or conduct their own investigations. Click to open in new window.

How can we teach our kids about personal safety without scaring them?

"The key to keeping such talks from being scary is for parents to assume that body/personal safety discussions are not scary." Click to open in new window.

Predator-proofing is a little trickier than babyproofing

"... do not use fear or scare tactics to educate children on personal safety. This can often backfire because it goes against the objective to empower them." Click to open in new window.

Straight-Talk Parenting

Parents should see the Web as a tool rather than a threat: “There's no better way to communicate than learning their language.” Click to open in new window.

Tips offered to keep children safe from abusers, abductors

'When children learn core safety values at a young age, it can then be adapted as they grow to take on new scenarios involving such things as the Internet.' (not linked)

Tips offered to keep children safe from abusers, abductors

'Fear is a paralyzing element. It doesn’t help anybody learn anything. Instead, use "teachable moments," everyday incidents children experience that emphasize safety. Click to open in new window.

This Week In Hollywoodland

"I will be very shocked if Mel Gibson is not charged for the domestic abuse." Click to open in new window.

Article: 5 Steps to Arming your Child with Street Smarts

'A 2-year old can sing 26 letters in a row, so she can probably master ten digits.' Click to open in new window.

Female teacher charged for having sex with teenager

Rousseau allegedly picked up the boy in her car and took him across country lines to have sex. Rousseau, 33, is married with two children. Click to open in new window.

Review: Predators and Child Molesters

'Parents must view protecting children from the potential of sexual assault as a priority. Teaching children preventive measures should be viewed as important as teaching kids how to dial 9-1-1.' Click to open in new window.

Mansfield News Journal

'Veteran Hollywood producer Peter Bergman flew the 'Justice Interrupted' trio to New York to film a demo for a television show based on the concept behind their radio series.' Click to open in new window.

Polanski would face tougher prosecution today

"He should be shutting up and thanking goodness for his sentence..." Click to open in new window.

Sentencing Law and Policy

'Disappointingly, though, common-ground insights often get lost in broader panics over sex offenders.' Click to open in new window.

Robin Honored in 2010 Calendar

...as one of the outstanding women who have made a difference for women in politics. Click to open image in new window.

Are The Children Safe Yet?

One year after a veteran Santa Monica schoolteacher was arrested on sexual molestation charges, what has the School District done to enhance child safety?. Click for .pdf

Pets and Women's Shelters

Pets and Women’s Shelters (PAWS)® Program Spotlighted in New Book 'Reaching the Bar' Click to open in new window.

The Courts and Child Predators

The best thing that could be done to deter offenders is to raise the awareness in victims. Click to open in new window.

A Protective Dream

LA County DA, Robin Sax, wanted to empower parents to protect their children so she drew on her experience as a sex-crimes prosecutor. Click to open in new window.

Meeting Jury Expectations

Juries now tend to expect DNA evidence, whether or not there is DNA. Thanks to shows like CSI, jurors expect that crime scene analysts go out and "light up" crime scenes in order to find evidence of wrongdoing. Click to open in new window.

Does Gotti Trial Herald the End of the US Mafia?

"They could walk the line," said Robin Sax, a district attorney and expert on organized crime. But it was an impossible balancing act, and eventually the..." Click to open in new window.

Robin comments on new law, SB 640, authored by State Sen. Joe Simitian (D-Palo Alto), which closes a loophole in the law that prevents victims of childhood sexual abuse from seeking justice later in life. Click to open in new window.

When is it OK for a child to walk to school alone?

"The paranoia and concerns about a child's safety should be balanced with the opportunity to give a child a feeling of independence," offers Robin Sax. (note: not linked)

Robin Sax featured in National Law Journal lead story - speaking on lie detector technologies. (note: not linked)

Michael Jackson Investigators Taking Cues From Anna Nicole Smith Case?

"It's not like prosecutors think there's a propofol murderer out there," says Robin Sax, former Los Angeles prosecutor, saying he's not a flight risk. Click to open in new window.

Calif told to reject claim by parents of dead teen

John Gardner III violated his parole at least five times after serving a sentence for molesting a girl in 2000. Click to open in new window.

Who's To Blame For Bill O'Reilly Hack?

The break-in to the Web site of Fox News talk show host Bill O'Reilly has gotten far less coverage than the so-called "hack" of Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin's e-mail account, but the story behind it is much more interesting. Click to open in new window.

Advocating for the most vulnerable

Those who are never adopted are often abandoned by the state at 18 and end up undereducated, unemployed, impoverished and homeless. Click to open in new window.

Reward Offered in 2007 Drowning

A $5,000.00 reward is being offered for the information leading to an arrest and conviction in the February 2007 death of 21 year-old Joshua Whittier. Click to open in new window.

A Killer In Our Midst?

"Offenders like Gardner... seek to balance their feelings of lack of power by asserting power, or control, over people who are much weaker and unable to defend themselves." Click to open in new window.

This Week In Hollywoodland

I think this is a terrible excuse for justice. It’s really unfortunate that Switzerland tried to get into the merits of the case. Click to open in new window.

Interview With Robin Sax

The best way to prevent a crime against yourself, your child or loved ones is to learn the best practices in safety. Click to open in new window.

Amber’s parents told few details

"...while I totally appreciate and want...a perfectly solid investigation to maximize prosecution, there are rights that the victims have in terms of status of the case.” Click to open in new window.

Octopus Murders' case dropped

Begley notes: “It's not the end, definitely not the end - we have a legal strategy.” Frustrated with prosecutors' handling of the case, Begley hired her own attorney, Robin Sax.... Click to open in new window.

Calif told to reject claim by parents of dead teen John Gardner III violated his parole at least five times after serving a sentence for molesting a girl in 2000. Click to open in new window.	Robin Featured: Hollywood 411 Short Films One Year Later - Michael Jackson's doctor, Conrad Murray, on trial. Click to open video link in new window.	Celebrity Trials Put Strain on Court Resources Approximately 20% of the regular judge's court hearings will likely be rescheduled on a celebrity appearance date. Click to open in new window.
Oksana to Mel -- It's PR War! TMZ has learned Oksana has retained Robin Sax, a former L.A. County Deputy District Attorney. Click to open in new window.	In Polanski's Case, Time Is On Nobody's Side "...here you have rape of an intoxicated person, sodomy of an intoxicated person, oral copulation of an intoxicated person. This isn't like one random, out-of-the-blue act that could have been misinterpreted." Click to open in new window.	Off-the-rails starlet Lindsay Lohan facing more jail time "Lindsay lives in this fantasy land, where she thinks, 'A line of coke won't show up in my system'. Click to open in new window.
Actor Quaid and his wife say they fear for their lives, seek asylum in Canada Former prosecutor Robin Sax told "Good Morning America" Tuesday that the couple thinks they can get away with the crime they committed. Click to open in new window.	How Mel Is Winning the Media War Sax told The Daily Beast that she was “sought out” by Grigorieva and spent two weeks counseling her. Click to open in new window.	Tireless Crusader Robin Sax, An Exclusive Robin offers our readers her honest and frank advice on how to teach your children not to become and continue being a victim. Click to open in new window.
State rejects claim by Chelsea King's family We have not made final decisions yet, Moe Dubois' attorney, Robin Sax, said in an e-mail message regarding legal action. Click to open in new window.	Crime experts cast doubt on police theory that Ronni Chasen was killed in a botched robbery Robin Sax notes, 'It just doesn't seem believable.' Click to open in new window.	Crime Experts No Longer Sure That Ronni Chasen Murder Was Random "...this person knew what they were doing and it was hardly random." Click to open in new window.
Charlie Sheen Files Lawsuit Against WB's "He has enough money and the desire to keep fighting and I expect it all to be drawn out for years to come." Click to open in new window.	Daughter of murder victim wants DA disciplined Begley said the prosecutor tried to prevent her from speaking to the judge... Click to open in new window.	Charlie Sheen's Home Raided By LAPD Sax tells Canyon News, “If anyone believes a person who has this type of restraining order against them is in violation of that order, they should contact police. Click to open in new window.
A Brighter Future: Ending Child Abuse Through Advocacy and Education If we direct our efforts to education and prevention of child maltreatment, then we can effectively eliminate many of these later developing problems. Click to open in new window.	Lindsay Lohan This Is No Way To Dress To Go To Court — So Inappropriate! “Every time you’re in front of a court, you are selling your case,” explains Robin. Click to open in new window.	Teacher Accused of Molesting Student: Cover Up The police investigated the case, but when the teacher in question didn’t cooperate, they dropped the ball. Click to open in new window.
Sex Abuse Lawsuit Filed Against Naples Teacher, School ...the lawsuit alleges Noyes put his hand up her dress while she was asking him for help with her math problems. Click to open in new window.	Long Island Ripper case slow moving for good reasons, say police Thus far, ten bodies have been found in this affluent Long Island community.. Click to open in new window.	Naples couple accuse teacher of molesting their daughter The girl’s mother said that they were sad that they had to do this and encouraged others to come forward if their child may have been molested. Click to open in new window.
Parents Claim Student Sexually Abused By Teacher Principal Ginger Sauter told them three times their daughter was no longer allowed to attend the school “given the nature of the allegations she made against Noyes.” Click to open in new window.	Famed Legal Icons In The Hills I caught up with two of our region’s most famed and distinguished attorneys to talk about three of the biggest cases currently in the national media. Click to open in new window.	Ex-IMF chief may use tried, tricky consent defense In general, consent is legally defined as positively cooperating in and understanding the act in question, said Robin Sax. Click for pdf article.
	Dr. Drew takes a closer look at Krystal Holloway's upcoming testimony 'If you're the prosecutor, the fruit doesn't fall far from the tree and so he's one other scumbag in the family of scumbags.' Click to open in new window.

Robin's Helpful Tips Find Big Response Across Internet

A multitude of prominent news sources features Robin Sax and child safety concepts. Click individual icons to see their take on the story and Robin's commentary. These are just a few of the many which featured the story across the globe.