| This paper will seek to analyze the growing phenomenon of Judges, Prosecutors and Defense attorneys who ran afoul of the law either by their involvement in unethical or criminal behavior: Particular emphasis will be given to those who engage in a pattern 'of corrupt activities by giving and accepting bribes in order to affect the outcome of criminal cases. What impact, if any, does it have on the Administration of Justice, the perception of the judicial system by the public and the media's role in reporting or unearthing those illegal activities? What role, if any, has the mob or other entities played in influencing judges and lawyers to put a price on justice? How has it affected the level of crime in particular communities and what has been the response of the Judiciary, the Bar, as well as Federal, State and local Government. |
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