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November 17, 1734 - Newspaper Publisher Arrested for “Seditious Libel” - Today In Crime History
On this day, November 17, in the year 1734, John Peter Zenger was arrested for seditious libel and held in jail for ten months before his case went to trial. Alexander Hamilton represented him and despite heavy pressure from the colonial Governor's judges, was found not guilty. This case was important for setting a precedent of freedom of the press before America became an independent nation, even in criminal cases.
October 26, 1948, Abused Wife, Betty Ferreri, Kills Husband With Meat Cleaver - Today In Crime History
On this day, October 26, in the year 1948, Betty Ferreri killed her abusive husband, Jerry, with a meat cleaver, in their Los Angeles home with the assistance of handyman Alan Adron.
October 20, 1990, 2 Live Crew Acquitted Of Obscenity Charges - Today In Crime History
On this day, October 20, in the year 1990, members of the musical group 2 Live Crew were acquitted of obscenity charges in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.
October 3, 1995 - O.J. Simpson Acquitted of Murder - Today In Crime History
On this day, October 3, in the year 1995, former football star O.J. Simpson was found not guilty of the 1994 double murder of his estranged wife, Nicole Brown Simpson, and her friend Ronald Goldman.
September 1, 1807, Aaron Burr Acquitted of Committing Treason - Today In Crime History
On this day, September 1, in 1807, Aaron Burr was acquitted of committing treason against the United States.
