Tuesday, October 13, 2026

Crime

Criminal, sentencing, death penalty

Florida Court Affirms Ruling in Malik Mills Case

The Florida District Court of Appeal affirms the lower court's ruling in Malik Mills' case, addressing accessory after the fact charges.

Court upholds contempt ruling against Demetrius Jones

The Florida court affirms a 180-day contempt sentence for Demetrius Jones after he used profanity during a court hearing.

Court upholds life sentence for man in attempted murder case

The Florida court affirms a life sentence for Richard Carrero, arguing that rulings on juvenile sentencing do not apply to young adults.

Court upholds Ariel Washington's grand theft conviction

The Florida court affirmed Ariel Washington's grand theft conviction, impacting her future and the legal standards for retail theft cases.

Court Reverses Convictions of Joel Gonzalez in Florida Case

The Florida Court of Appeal has reversed the convictions of Joel Gonzalez for aggravated burglary and other charges, citing trial errors.

Florida court affirms convictions for attempted murder case

The Florida District Court of Appeal upheld Mackenson Cherisme's convictions for attempted murder and aggravated battery, rejecting a mistrial motion.

Court upholds sentencing for Jeffrey Louis Smith appeal

The Florida court affirms Jeffrey Louis Smith's sentence for fleeing police and resisting arrest, rejecting claims of scoring errors in his past convictions.

Florida court reverses sentence for Christopher Hunt

Florida court reverses downward departure sentence for Christopher Hunt, citing lack of evidence for leniency in domestic violence case.

Court upholds ruling on defendant's mental competency case

The Florida District Court of Appeal affirms a ruling regarding the mental competency of Dudley Lewis in a criminal case.

Florida court affirms conviction in lewd battery case

The Florida District Court of Appeal upheld Earl Anthony Jackson's conviction for lewd and lascivious battery against a 15-year-old girl.

Florida court upholds conviction in McCovery case

The Florida District Court of Appeal affirms the conviction of Edward McCovery Jr., impacting future criminal appeals in the state.

Florida court upholds Ivan Wong's murder convictions

The Florida District Court of Appeal affirms Ivan Wong's murder convictions, ruling that trial errors did not affect the verdict.

Court corrects felony classification in Lagrandeur case

Florida court reclassifies attempted murder charge in Lagrandeur case, impacting sentencing and legal standards for firearm use.

Florida court upholds conviction in Johnclif Pierre case

The Florida District Court of Appeal affirms Johnclif Pierre's conviction, impacting his legal standing and future appeals.

Court reverses ruling in Keontay Baker's postconviction appeal

Florida court reverses part of ruling in Keontay Baker's appeal, allowing new evidence to be considered in his case.

Florida court affirms ruling in Luis Garcia appeal case

The Florida District Court of Appeal upheld a lower court's decision in the case of Luis Garcia, impacting his legal status and future appeals.

Florida court affirms ruling in Armad Johnson case

The Florida District Court of Appeal upheld the lower court's decision in the case of Armad Johnson v. State of Florida, impacting future appeals.

Florida court upholds conviction of Shaquon Johnson for battery

The Florida District Court of Appeal affirms Shaquon Johnson's conviction for battery against correctional officers, addressing claims of ineffective counsel.

Florida court upholds conviction of man for child molestation

The Florida District Court of Appeal affirms Michael Paul Newman's conviction for lewd or lascivious molestation of his adopted daughter.

Court denies resentencing for Johnny Lee Rembert in Florida

The Florida court upheld a decision denying resentencing for Johnny Lee Rembert, who was convicted of murder as a teenager in 1984.

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