Wednesday, October 14, 2026

Crime

Criminal, sentencing, death penalty

Rhode Island Supreme Court upholds Vasquez sexual assault conviction

The Rhode Island Supreme Court affirms the conviction of Francisco Vasquez for first-degree sexual assault, addressing key legal arguments.

New York Court rules on ineffective counsel in child abuse case

The New York Court of Appeals ruled on ineffective assistance of counsel in a child sexual abuse case, affecting the defendant's conviction.

New York Court upholds conviction in attempted murder case

The New York Court of Appeals affirms a conviction for attempted murder, ruling on a missing witness instruction request by the defendant.

Court affirms life sentence for child pornography network leader

William Spearman, convicted of leading a child pornography network, has his life sentence upheld by the Eleventh Circuit Court.

Texas Court upholds aggravated assault convictions in case

The Texas Court of Appeals affirms the aggravated assault convictions of Sampson Walter Graves, modifying trial court judgments.

Tennessee Court Upholds Probation Revocation for Watts

The Tennessee Court of Criminal Appeals affirms the revocation of Bruce Allen Watts' probation, ordering him to serve his sentence in confinement.

Texas Court overturns ruling on DWI evidence suppression

The Texas Court of Appeals reverses a ruling that suppressed evidence in a DWI case involving Joram Wambugu Murichu.

Texas Court affirms life sentence for aggravated assault case

The Texas Court of Appeals upholds the life sentence of Dedrick Dewayne Davis for multiple counts of aggravated assault against a family member.

Texas Court of Appeals rules on Blankenship's misdemeanor case

The Texas Court of Appeals addressed Trevor Blankenship's appeal regarding two misdemeanor convictions, affirming the trial court's decisions with modifications.

Texas Court dismisses appeal by Alfred Dale Vegia

The Texas Court of Appeals dismissed Alfred Dale Vegia's appeal due to abandonment and failure to file necessary documents.

Texas court affirms felon firearm possession conviction

The Texas Court of Appeals upheld Rodney Earl Wright's conviction for possessing a firearm as a felon, affirming the trial court's decisions.

Texas Court affirms conviction in child indecency case

The Texas Court of Appeals upheld Willietroy Black's conviction for indecency with a child, affirming the jury's five-year sentence.

Texas court upholds conviction in burglary of habitation case

The Texas Court of Appeals affirms Matthew Aaron Powell's conviction for burglary of a habitation, emphasizing evidence of theft intent.

Texas Court dismisses DWI appeal involving Joshua Hale

The Texas Court of Appeals dismissed the State's appeal against Joshua Hale's DWI sentence, citing procedural issues.

Idaho Court Vacates Stalking Conviction of Montrez Mayberry

The Idaho Court of Appeals vacated Montrez Mayberry's stalking conviction, citing insufficient evidence of nonconsensual contact.

Tennessee Court upholds conviction and 24-year sentence

The Tennessee Court of Criminal Appeals affirms Jereme Walker Amis's 24-year sentence for firearm possession and community supervision violations.

Florida Court Affirms Ruling in Campbell v. State Appeal

The Florida District Court of Appeal upheld a lower court's decision in the case of Adrian Shane Campbell, impacting future legal proceedings.

Florida Court Affirms Ruling in Barber v. State Appeal

The Florida District Court of Appeal affirms the ruling in Judane Barber's case against the State, impacting future criminal appeals.

Court denies request for details in Hillmer fraud case

The court ruled against Danielle Hillmer's request for specifics on fraud charges related to her cloud service company dealings.

Delaware Supreme Court upholds conviction of Devin Coleman

The Delaware Supreme Court affirms the conviction of Devin Coleman, denying his claims of ineffective counsel in a postconviction relief motion.

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