Wednesday, October 14, 2026

Crime

Criminal, sentencing, death penalty

Ohio Court dismisses appeal in State v. Brown case

The Ohio Court of Appeals dismissed Anthony Freeman Brown's appeal, finding it frivolous and upholding the lower court's decision.

Ohio Court upholds drug trafficking conviction of Murphy

The Ohio Court of Appeals affirms Michael Murphy's drug trafficking conviction and consecutive sentences, impacting future drug-related cases.

Texas Court dismisses appeal in DWI case due to waiver

The Texas Court of Appeals dismissed Armando Lujan's appeal after he waived his right to appeal in a DWI plea agreement.

Court Denies Motion to Suppress Evidence in Gun Case

Adrian Thompson's motion to suppress evidence in a gun possession case was denied by the District Court of D.C. ahead of his upcoming trial.

Rhode Island Supreme Court upholds murder conviction of Rivera

The Rhode Island Supreme Court affirmed the conviction of Juan Rivera for first-degree murder and related charges, addressing key evidentiary issues.

New York court modifies probation terms for Pedro Falcon

A New York court has modified probation conditions for Pedro Falcon, striking search and fee requirements, impacting future probation cases.

Georgia Court Dismisses Appeal in Child Molestation Case

The Georgia Court of Appeals dismisses Charlie Wright's appeal for an out-of-time motion after he failed to meet legal requirements.

Utah Court Affirms Conviction of Aaron Verive for Domestic Violence

The Utah Court of Appeals upheld Aaron Verive's conviction for unlawful detention and domestic violence, emphasizing the evidence presented during the trial.

Ohio Court upholds Phillip Ryan's abduction conviction

The Ohio Court of Appeals affirms Phillip Ryan's conviction for abduction and aggravated menacing, rejecting his appeal on multiple grounds.

Ohio court upholds conviction of Garrick Morris for rape

The Ohio Court of Appeals affirms Garrick Morris's conviction for rape and gross sexual imposition against his granddaughter, K.T.M.

Ohio Court of Appeals Reverses DUI Conviction in Mele Case

The Ohio Court of Appeals reversed Christopher Mele's DUI conviction, ruling that blood evidence was improperly handled and should be suppressed.

Ohio court upholds burglary and robbery convictions of Rucker

The Ohio Court of Appeals affirmed Edmund Rucker's convictions for burglary and robbery, citing sufficient evidence from the trial.

Ohio court revives rape case against Nicholas Musarra

The Ohio Court of Appeals reversed a trial court's acquittal of Nicholas Musarra, allowing the rape case to proceed after a venue dispute.

Ohio Court affirms sentence for Kayla Lewis in assault case

The Ohio Court of Appeals upheld Kayla Lewis's sentence for felonious assault, affirming a nine-year prison term after a shooting incident.

Ohio Court Affirms Conviction of George Ivery for Threats

The Ohio Court of Appeals upheld George Ivery's conviction for making terroristic threats and inducing panic through social media posts.

Ohio court affirms murder conviction of Juwone Deaver

The Ohio Court of Appeals upheld Juwone Deaver's murder conviction, rejecting claims of self-defense and improper jury instructions.

New York court upholds burglary conviction of Farrah Singleton

The New York Appellate Division affirms Farrah Singleton's burglary conviction, addressing appeal waiver and sentencing issues.

New York court upholds convictions in child kidnapping case

A New York appellate court affirms the convictions of Mary Jane Hollman for kidnapping and endangering a child, following a controversial trial.

Fourth Circuit upholds convictions in prison death case

The Fourth Circuit Court affirmed some convictions while vacating others in the case involving prison staff and the death of inmate W.W.

Court affirms ruling in Harrell government funds theft case

The Sixth Circuit Court upheld Jeremy Harrell's conviction for theft of government funds, addressing forfeiture issues in its ruling.

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