Tuesday, October 13, 2026

Crime

Criminal, sentencing, death penalty

Ohio court upholds sentence for attempted assault, OVI case

The Ohio Court of Appeals affirms Linda Efford's sentence for attempted assault and operating a vehicle under the influence.

Ohio Court affirms ruling in Jerry Butler's felony case

The Ohio Court of Appeals upheld a lower court's decision in the case of Jerry Butler, affirming his guilty plea and sentencing.

Ohio court upholds sentence for aggravated vehicular assault

The Ohio Court of Appeals affirms Douglas Bressler's sentence for aggravated vehicular assault and OVI, rejecting his appeal on multiple grounds.

Court affirms child molestation convictions of Stewart Kelley

The Court of Appeals of Georgia upheld Stewart Kelley's convictions for child molestation and sexual battery, affirming the trial court's decisions.

Georgia court vacates sentence for sexual crimes against minor

The Court of Appeals of Georgia vacated Marques Khalil Eagle's sentence for sexual crimes against a minor, requiring a new sentencing hearing.

Florida Court Affirms Ruling in Martinez v. State Case

The Florida District Court of Appeal upheld a lower court's decision in the case of Juan Montes Martinez against the State of Florida.

Ohio Court affirms denial of Thersea Swift's record sealing

The Ohio Court of Appeals upheld the denial of Thersea Swift's motions to seal her criminal records, citing public safety concerns.

Ohio Court upholds conviction of Antonio Spurling in appeal

The Ohio Court of Appeals affirms Antonio Spurling's conviction for failure to comply with police orders, rejecting his claims of insufficient evidence.

Ohio Court Upholds Conviction of Gustavo Jimenez for Rape

The Ohio Court of Appeals affirmed the conviction of Gustavo Jimenez for raping his daughter, addressing key legal arguments in the case.

Ohio Court of Appeals rules on Moredock's sentencing appeal

The Ohio Court of Appeals reversed part of Timothy Moredock's sentence for strangulation, correcting a clerical error in the trial court's judgment.

Ohio court affirms conviction of Nancy Lajoyce Mays

The Ohio Court of Appeals upheld Nancy Lajoyce Mays' felony theft conviction, rejecting her claims about her guilty plea and sentencing.

Ohio Court affirms robbery conviction of Mattie Loyd

The Ohio Court of Appeals upheld the robbery conviction of Mattie Loyd, affirming the trial court's decision and addressing key legal arguments.

Ohio Court upholds conviction in gross sexual imposition case

The Ohio Court of Appeals affirms Dylan Craft's conviction for gross sexual imposition, addressing evidence and jury credibility.

Ohio court affirms abduction and strangulation convictions

The Ohio Court of Appeals upheld Williamson Beauvais's convictions for abduction and strangulation, affirming his 48-month sentence.

California court upholds probation terms for caregiver theft

The California Court of Appeal affirms probation terms for Joseph Kent Putallez, addressing judicial authority delegation in sentencing.

Hawaii Court Upholds Conviction for Marijuana DUI Case

The Hawaii Intermediate Court of Appeals affirms a DUI conviction for Thomas Dullam, ruling on evidence and police procedures.

Ohio Appeals Court Reverses Drug Conviction of Shay Browning

The Ohio Court of Appeals reversed Shay Browning's drug conviction, citing an unlawful traffic stop and suppression of key evidence.

Ohio Court affirms conviction of teen in shooting case

The Ohio Court of Appeals upheld the conviction of Leveire Barnes for involuntary manslaughter and other charges related to a fatal shooting.

Ohio Court corrects sentencing error in Rutherford case

The Ohio Court of Appeals reversed a sentencing error for Xzavier Rutherford, remanding the case for a corrected sentencing entry.

Utah court upholds convictions of Zachariah Avina for rape

Zachariah Avina's convictions for object rape and sexual abuse upheld by Utah Court of Appeals, affirming trial court's decisions.

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