A Race Against the Clock

In New Orleans, the ticking clock of justice runs on a strict 60-day timer. Under this rule, if you’re waiting in the clink for your trial and 60 days pass, your case gets the boot. It’s a reality that’s as startling as it is true, often called the ’60-day murder law.’

For many, it’s a race against the clock, where justice needs to sprint or lose out. This unique twist in the legal system has seen many murder cases slip through the cracks. A bewildering blend of hope and frustration, this law is a real talker in justice.