Wednesday, October 14, 2026

Crime

Criminal, sentencing, death penalty

Florida court affirms ruling in Corey Allen Wood case

The District Court of Appeal of Florida upheld the ruling in Corey Allen Wood v. State of Florida, impacting future legal proceedings.

Florida court affirms ruling in Leroy appeal case

The Florida District Court of Appeal upheld a ruling in the case of Jaelin Ieon Leroy, impacting future legal proceedings in the state.

Florida court affirms ruling in Jerome Lamont Hill case

The Fifth District Court of Appeal affirms the lower court's ruling in the case of Jerome Lamont Hill v. State of Florida, docket 5D2025-1162.

Tennessee court reduces charges against Alfonvo Johnson

The Tennessee Court of Criminal Appeals reversed two charges against Alfonvo Johnson while affirming others related to a double homicide.

Mississippi court upholds conviction of Robert Sanders for abuse

The Mississippi Court of Appeals affirms the conviction of Robert Sanders for multiple counts of sexual battery against a minor, addressing legal challenges.

Court denies disqualification of prosecutors in Allen case

The court ruled against Cole Tomas Allen's request to disqualify prosecutors in his attempted assassination case against President Trump.

Maryland Court Rules on Admissibility of Testimony in Jun Case

The Maryland Court of Appeals ruled on expert testimony in a child pornography case, affirming convictions based on lay testimony from a detective.

Delaware Supreme Court upholds guilty plea of Mark Clay

The Delaware Supreme Court affirms Mark Clay's guilty plea in a child sexual abuse case, rejecting his motion to withdraw the plea.

Second Circuit affirms life sentences in Parks kidnapping case

The Second Circuit upheld Edward Parks' life sentences for kidnapping and murder, clarifying jury instruction standards in such cases.

Indiana Court upholds convictions in drug and firearm case

The Indiana Court of Appeals affirms Anthony Minney's convictions for drug dealing and firearm possession, addressing search legality and jury issues.

Indiana Court upholds battery conviction of Erica Anders

The Indiana Court of Appeals affirms Erica Anders' battery conviction, ruling no material variance in the case against her.

Indiana Court affirms convictions for drug dealing case

The Indiana Court of Appeals upheld Tamela J. Hollingsworth's convictions for drug dealing after a thorough review of evidence and trial procedures.

Indiana Court upholds conviction of Jarren Duff for battery

The Indiana Court of Appeals affirmed Jarren Duff's conviction for aggravated battery and battery resulting in bodily injury, citing sufficient evidence.

Court Denies Joyner's Evidence Suppression Motion in D.C.

A D.C. court ruled against Shamell Joyner's motions to suppress evidence and limit other crimes evidence in his upcoming robbery trial.

Florida court affirms second-degree murder conviction

The Florida District Court of Appeal upheld Jameslee Senatus's second-degree murder conviction, confirming evidence of intent was sufficient.

Florida court reverses murder conviction in self-defense case

The Florida District Court of Appeal overturned a murder conviction, citing jury instruction errors related to self-defense claims.

Court denies sentence reduction for Taquan Canarte

A federal court denied Taquan Canarte's request to reduce his sentence for drug and firearm offenses, citing his criminal history and behavior.

Court denies appeal in Puerto Rico assault case ruling

The Puerto Rico Court of Appeals denied an appeal from Juan Bautista Collazo Cheverez regarding an assault charge, impacting future legal proceedings.

Vermont Supreme Court upholds conviction of Dean Lovejoy

The Vermont Supreme Court affirmed Dean Lovejoy's conviction for lewd conduct with a child, rejecting his arguments for acquittal and lesser charges.

Delaware Supreme Court affirms child abuse conviction

The Delaware Supreme Court upholds Stacy Jenkins' conviction for third-degree child abuse, dismissing her appeal as without merit.

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