Law & Crime

What Law & Crime does

Law & Crime (operating as LawNewz, Inc.) is a multi-platform true crime and legal content media company founded in 2015 by Dan Abrams, ABC News Chief Legal Analyst. The company produces live courtroom coverage, expert legal commentary, crime documentaries, and investigative reporting, distributing content across YouTube (where it has built 8+ million subscribers and accumulated 4.7 billion total video views), FAST channels, cable television, and major streaming platforms including Roku, Google TV, Apple TV, and Amazon Fire TV. Its portfolio includes the flagship Law&Crime Network, the Court TV cable network acquired from E.W. Scripps in February 2026 for a reported $125 million, the Prime Crime podcast (top 4 on Spotify, #1 true crime podcast on US charts), original docuseries produced through Law&Crime Productions for A&E, Hulu, Amazon, Fox Nation, Wondery, and Netflix, and the Law&Crime+ subscription streaming service launched in March 2026.

The company operates a diversified revenue model built on three streams: (1) advertising and sponsorship, anchored by deep relationships with advertisers such as Morgan & Morgan (2,000+ sponsored videos), People Connect (TruthFinder/OmniWatch), and Cozy Earth; (2) a direct-to-consumer subscription service, Law&Crime+, priced at $3.99 per month or $40.99 per year after a 7-day free trial, providing exclusive access to evidence photos, court documents, 911 calls, and uncensored footage from cases like Karen Read, Alex Murdaugh, and Bryan Kohberger; and (3) content licensing royalties from major platforms including Netflix (where Jailbreak: Love on the Run reached #1) and A&E (Killer Investigations). Law & Crime is wholly owned by Jellysmack (Keli Network, Inc.) following its 2023 acquisition, and the company is led by Founder & CEO Dan Abrams with a recently expanded executive team including President Rachel Stockman, CTO Debasish Mishra (formerly of NBCUniversal and The WNET Group, with noted AI in media expertise), and EVP of Current Series & Documentaries Marco Bresaz (formerly Head of Nonfiction at AMC Networks).

Name

Law & Crime

Legal name

LawNewz, Inc.

Website

https://lawandcrime.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2015

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Law & Crime is a multi-platform true crime and legal content media company founded by Dan Abrams, distributing live trial coverage and original documentaries via YouTube (8M+ subscribers), cable (Court TV), streaming platforms, and a direct subscription service.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

True Crime and Legal Media

NAICS

Motion Picture Theaters (except Drive-Ins) (512131)

SIC

Services-Motion Picture & Video Tape Distribution (7822)

akta.pro primary industry

True Crime Documentaries (MPADADAN)

akta.pro secondary industry

Legal & Regulatory Publishing (Case Law, Statutes, Treatises) (MPAJACAA)

Keywords

• True crime media
• Live trial coverage
• Legal commentary
• Crime documentaries
• Court reporting

Headquarters

HQ city

New York

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Digital Commerce or Content

Cost components

Personnel, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Operations, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Advertising and Sponsorship: Law&Crime generates primary revenue through advertising and sponsorships, partnering with brands that align with its legal and justice-focused content. Major sponsors include personal injury firm Morgan & Morgan (2,000+ sponsored videos), People Connect (TruthFinder and OmniWatch), and non-adjacent brands like Cozy Earth. The company leverages its journalistic credibility and audience engagement to attract diverse advertisers.
2. Law&Crime+ Subscription Service: Subscription-based streaming service offering exclusive behind-the-scenes access to high-profile cases including Karen Read, Alex Murdaugh, and Bryan Kohberger. Subscribers gain access to evidence photos, official court documents, original 911 calls, uncensored footage, and community features.
3. Content Licensing: Law&Crime licenses its original content to partners including A&E, Hulu, Amazon, Fox Nation, Wondery, and Netflix. The company produces docuseries and documentaries for these platforms, including original series like Jailbreak: Love on the Run which hit #1 on Netflix.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Law & Crime is a multi-platform true crime and legal content media company that produces live courtroom coverage, expert legal commentary, crime documentaries, and investigative reporting. The company distributes content across YouTube, streaming platforms, cable television (Court TV), FAST channels, and podcasts, and operates a subscription streaming service (Law&Crime+) offering exclusive access to evidence, court documents, and uncensored footage from high-profile cases.

Product overview

Law & Crime is a multi-platform true crime and legal content studio created by Dan Abrams in 2015, now owned by Jellysmack since 2023. The company operates a platform-plus-distribution model, combining its core Law&Crime Network with the acquired Court TV brand. Content is distributed across YouTube (8+ million subscribers), FAST channels, and major streaming platforms. The portfolio includes original productions (Law&Crime Productions), investigative shows (Law&Crime Investigates, On the Case with Chris Stewart), the Prime Crime podcast, and the subscription service Law&Crime+. Recent acquisition of Court TV expands trial coverage content. Content partnerships extend to Netflix, A&E, Hulu, Amazon, Fox Nation, and Wondery.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Law&Crime+: Subscription streaming service offering exclusive behind-the-scenes access to high-profile cases including Karen Read, Alex Murdaugh, and Bryan Kohberger, with access to evidence photos, official court documents, original 911 calls, and uncensored footage.
• Law&Crime Productions

Products and services

• Law&Crime Network Multi-platform true crime and legal content network featuring live trials, expert legal commentary, crime documentaries, and investigative reporting, distributed across YouTube, FAST channels, social media, and major streaming platforms.
• Court TV Trial-focused cable network maintained as a distinct standalone brand under Law & Crime, featuring coverage of high-profile cases and operating under a three-year distribution deal with Scripps.
• Law&Crime+ Subscription streaming service offering exclusive behind-the-scenes access to high-profile cases, including evidence photos, official court documents, original 911 calls, uncensored footage, and community features. Available on Roku, Google TV, Apple TV, and Amazon Fire TV at $3.99/month or $40.99/year after a 7-day free trial.
• Law&Crime Productions Original docuseries and documentary production arm creating content for partners including A&E, Hulu, Amazon, Fox Nation, Wondery, and Netflix, with series like Jailbreak: Love on the Run hitting #1 on Netflix.
• Prime Crime Podcast True crime podcast distributed on Spotify and other audio platforms, ranked in top 4 on Spotify and #1 true crime podcast on US charts.
• Sidebar YouTube show featuring legal analysis and commentary, regularly appearing in YouTube's Top 100 shows, debuted at #5 following Diddy trial coverage.
• On the Case with Chris Stewart YouTube show that premiered in February 2025, ranks #47 among all YouTube podcasts, featuring in-depth investigative coverage and legal analysis.
• Law&Crime Investigates Investigative journalism series led by on-air talent Kristin Thorne, covering crime investigations and legal developments.
• Killer Investigations A&E documentary series examining major homicide cases through law enforcement interviews, forensic evidence, and trial testimony, written by Emmy Award and Peabody Award-winning journalist Brian Ross.

Quantifiable outcome

• 8+ million YouTube subscribers with 4.7 billion total video views
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration4 records

Feature1 record

Partnerships

Ten partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• CellebriteminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 16 April 2026Law&Crime Network analyst Jesse Weber hosted Cellebrite's second annual Digital Justice Awards (JUSTYS) at the C2C User Summit 2026. The awards ceremony was livestreamed to Law&Crime's 7.5 million YouTube subscribers, providing cross-promotional visibility for both brands.
• Roku, Google TV, Apple TV, Amazon Fire TVcoreTechnology or Integration · 24 March 2026Law&Crime+ subscription service is available across major streaming platforms including Roku, Google TV, Apple TV, and Amazon Fire TV, enabling direct-to-consumer distribution of exclusive content.
• E.W. Scripps CompanycoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 9 February 2026Law&Crime acquired Court TV network from E.W. Scripps Company in February 2026. The acquisition allows Law&Crime to expand its portfolio in the legal media space, combining Court TV's trial coverage with Law&Crime's existing library of crime content. Court TV continues operating as a separate brand under Law&Crime's ownership, with Court TV maintaining its basic cable programming under a three-year distribution deal with Scripps.
• National Law Enforcement Officer Hall of FameminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 30 January 2026Law&Crime partnered with the National Law Enforcement Officer Hall of Fame as livestream sponsor for the 2026 induction ceremony, extending its reach into law enforcement community partnerships.
• CrimeConminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 18 August 2025Law&Crime brings detectives and content to CrimeCon, the premier true crime convention, participating as featured presenters and content partners for the event.
• Morgan & MorganminorGTM or Marketing PartnerPersonal injury law firm Morgan & Morgan is a major sponsor of Law&Crime content, having produced over 2,000 sponsored videos on the platform, demonstrating the company's ability to attract legal-adjacent advertising partners.
• People Connect (TruthFinder and OmniWatch)minorGTM or Marketing PartnerBackground check and identity protection services company that sponsors Law&Crime content as part of its advertising strategy targeting the platform's legal-interested audience.
• A&EcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorLaw&Crime Productions creates content for A&E, including the documentary series 'Killer Investigations.' The partnership involves original docuseries production and distribution through A&E's network.
• NetflixcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorLaw&Crime Productions original series Jailbreak: Love on the Run hit #1 on Netflix, demonstrating successful content licensing partnerships with major streaming platforms.
• Hulu, Amazon, Fox Nation, WonderyminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorLaw&Crime licenses original content to multiple streaming and entertainment platforms including Hulu, Amazon, Fox Nation, and Wondery for broader content distribution and revenue diversification.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Others

• Jellysmack: Law&Crime's parent company and creator-economy media operator. Comparable as a multi-channel video and creator monetization platform, providing context on ownership strategy and capital allocation.

Direct peers

• Wondery: Amazon-owned podcast and premium video producer specializing in true crime and is a Law&Crime licensing partner. Directly comparable in true-crime content production and cross-platform monetization model.
• Court TV: Trial-focused cable network now wholly owned by Law&Crime but historically a direct competitor in linear live court coverage. Highly comparable in audience proposition (high-profile trials, legal analysis) and content format.

Broad incumbents

• Dateline NBC: Long-running NBC true-crime franchise covering high-profile cases. Comparable in true-crime trial and mystery coverage, with vastly larger newsroom and broadcast distribution behind it.
• 48 Hours: CBS true-crime newsmagazine focused on investigations and trials. Overlapping audience and use case (in-depth trial and criminal case coverage) with established broadcast reach.
• Oxygen (True Crime): NBCUniversal-owned cable and streaming network dedicated to true crime. Directly comparable genre and audience, with significantly larger media-company backing and broader distribution.
• HLN: CNN's cable network historically known for live trial coverage (e.g., Jodi Arias, Casey Anthony). Comparable in live courtroom trial format and trial-driven audience spikes, though much broader news footprint.
• A&E: Major cable network that licenses Law&Crime Productions content (Killer Investigations). Comparable as a true-crime destination and a key commercial partner, with broader unscripted and documentary portfolio.
• Investigation Discovery: Discovery Inc.'s flagship true-crime cable network with deep library and audience overlap. Comparable as an established linear and streaming destination for true crime, though broader in scope than Law&Crime's trial-centric focus.

Emerging players

• Crime Junkie: Leading independent true-crime podcast with a large, highly engaged audience. Comparable in true-crime audio content and audience overlap with Law&Crime's Prime Crime podcast, though without live trial coverage.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/c/LawCrimeNetwork/videos
• Xx.com/LawCrimeNetwork
• Facebookfacebook.com/lawandcrime
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/law-crime

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles10 records

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A2 records

Investments

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