Tuesday, October 13, 2026

Crime

Criminal, sentencing, death penalty

Ohio Court upholds kidnapping and assault convictions of Hooper

The Ohio Court of Appeals affirms Richard Allan Hooper's convictions for kidnapping and felonious assault, citing sufficient evidence presented at trial.

Ohio Court affirms ruling in State v. Cottrell drug case

The Ohio Court of Appeals upheld a lower court's decision denying Chiron Cottrell's motion to dismiss felony charges related to drug trafficking.

Montana Supreme Court upholds convictions of Jason Miller

The Montana Supreme Court affirmed Jason Miller's convictions for multiple felonies, addressing concerns over trial fairness and evidence admission.

Fifth Circuit upholds home detention for child pornography offender

The Fifth Circuit affirms home detention for Jonathan Tampico, a child pornography offender, modifying his supervised release conditions.

Third Circuit upholds drug evidence in Walker case

The Third Circuit ruled that evidence obtained in a drug case against Davone Walker was admissible, despite a police officer's mistake.

Eighth Circuit upholds 15-year sentence for body parts case

The Eighth Circuit affirms a 180-month sentence for Candace Scott, who sold human body parts online, highlighting the severity of her crimes.

Court affirms conviction of man who shot at White House

The D.C. Circuit Court upholds the conviction of Oscar Ortega-Hernandez for shooting at the White House, affirming his sentence under federal law.

Mississippi Court Reverses Murder Conviction Over Counsel Issue

The Mississippi Court of Appeals reverses Rantelvin Richardson's murder conviction due to a violation of his right to counsel during trial.

Mississippi Court Affirms Ruling on Child Neglect Case

The Mississippi Court of Appeals upheld the ruling in the case of Alyson Coltrain, affirming her five-year sentence for child neglect.

Mississippi court affirms convictions in armed robbery case

The Mississippi Court of Appeals upheld Brandon Brinkley's convictions for armed robbery and attempted murder, affirming the jury's findings.

Florida court affirms decision in Cansler appeal case

The Florida District Court of Appeal upheld the lower court's decision in the case of Eric W. Cansler, affecting his legal standing and future.

Florida court affirms decision in Mondragon appeal case

The Florida District Court of Appeal upheld a ruling involving Alejandro Mondragon, affecting his legal standing and future appeals.

Florida court affirms ruling in Dominique L. Mitchell case

The District Court of Appeal of Florida upheld the ruling in Dominique L. Mitchell v. State of Florida, impacting future criminal appeals.

Florida court affirms ruling in Jaylin Talik Williams case

The Florida District Court of Appeal upheld a lower court's decision in the case of Jaylin Talik Williams, impacting future legal proceedings.

Court affirms ruling in Summers v. State of Florida case

The Florida District Court of Appeal upheld the lower court's decision in the case of Johnathan L. Summers, impacting future legal appeals.

Florida court affirms ruling in Hunter v. State case

The District Court of Appeal of Florida upheld the ruling in Bradly Hunter's case against the state, affirming the lower court's decision.

Florida court affirms ruling in Michael Davis appeal case

The Florida District Court of Appeal upheld a prior ruling in the case of Michael Davis, impacting his legal standing and future appeals.

Florida court affirms ruling in Tammy Lorraine Martin case

The Florida District Court of Appeal upheld a lower court's ruling in the case of Tammy Lorraine Martin, impacting her legal standing.

Florida court affirms ruling in Quincy Demone Smith case

The Florida District Court of Appeal affirms a ruling in the case of Quincy Demone Smith, impacting future appeals in similar cases.

Georgia Court Dismisses Appeal by Paul Bettencourt

The Georgia Court of Appeals dismissed Paul Bettencourt's appeal for armed robbery and other convictions due to untimeliness and procedural issues.

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