The case of a woman detained by authorities for more than five years without any case filed against her is a shocking reminder of what’s wrong with the justice system—and everything else in this country.
A few days ago, the Court of Appeals ordered the release of Joan Urbina, saying her detention for such a long period of time was unconscionable. It also castigated prosecutors at the Department of Justice for depriving her of her right to a speedy trial.
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