Tuesday, October 13, 2026

Crime

Criminal, sentencing, death penalty

Florida court affirms ruling in Hunter v. State appeal case

The Florida District Court of Appeal upheld the lower court's decision in the case of Arik Jourdon Hunter, impacting the legal landscape in Osceola County.

Mississippi Court Affirms Conviction in Burglary Case

The Mississippi Court of Appeals upheld Tarius Hartzog's conviction for automobile burglary, citing sufficient evidence despite his appeal.

Texas Court affirms conviction of Juan Marquis Council

The Texas Court of Appeals upheld the conviction of Juan Marquis Council for possession of a controlled substance, affirming a 25-year sentence.

Florida Court Affirms Ruling in Selene Thomas Case

The District Court of Appeal of Florida upheld the lower court's decision in the case of Selene Thomas v. State of Florida, affecting her legal standing.

Court upholds dismissal of false arrest claims against NYC

The New York Appellate Division affirms the dismissal of a false arrest case involving Ahmell Thomas, accused of murder, citing probable cause.

Mississippi court upholds drug possession conviction

The Mississippi Court of Appeals affirms Larry Larue's drug possession conviction, addressing evidence admission and jury verdict concerns.

New York court affirms conviction in gun possession case

The Appellate Division upholds Alexis Santos' conviction for weapon possession, addressing issues of probable cause and gun licensing laws.

Massachusetts court upholds murder convictions in Cotto case

The Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court affirmed the murder convictions of Luis Cotto and others in a drive-by shooting case, clarifying intent and jury instructions.

Texas Court upholds 20-year sentence for Roshanda Pierson

The Texas Court of Appeals affirms a 20-year sentence for Roshanda Pierson after she violated her community supervision terms.

Texas Court upholds 21-year sentence for drug conviction

The Texas Court of Appeals affirms a 21-year sentence for John Edward Mickey-Harris IV, convicted of methamphetamine charges.

Ohio Court affirms conviction of Malakhi Young in homicide case

The Ohio Court of Appeals upheld the conviction of Malakhi Young for the homicide of O.L., affirming the trial court's decision.

Ohio Court upholds assault conviction against Tieyon Ramsey

The Ohio Court of Appeals affirmed the conviction of Tieyon Ramsey for assault, ruling that evidence supported the decision despite witness recantation.

Ohio Court Reverses Consecutive Sentences for Farqiri

The Ohio Court of Appeals ruled that the trial court failed to properly impose consecutive sentences on Karim Farqiri for sexual battery.

Ohio Court upholds sentence for James Wood in theft case

The Ohio Court of Appeals affirms James Wood's sentence for theft and burglary, despite errors in his criminal record.

Ohio Court upholds convictions in State v. Lingam case

The Ohio Court of Appeals affirms the convictions of Sai Praveen Lingam for multiple counts of rape, rejecting his appeal on several grounds.

Ohio Court upholds 16-year sentence for child pornography

The Ohio Court of Appeals affirms a 16-year prison sentence for Terry L. Davis, convicted of pandering sexually-oriented matter involving minors.

Ohio court upholds conviction of man for damaging tire

The Ohio Court of Appeals affirmed John W. Moore's conviction for criminal damaging, impacting his legal standing and potential future cases.

Ohio Court Affirms Drug Convictions of Harry Dukes

The Ohio Court of Appeals upheld Harry Dukes' drug convictions, affirming the trial court's decisions on evidence and juror impartiality.

Indiana Court affirms DUI conviction in McGraw case

The Indiana Court of Appeals upheld Todd McGraw's DUI conviction, affirming the legality of the traffic stop that led to his arrest.

Ohio Court denies Felix Brown's motion for new trial

The Ohio Court of Appeals upheld the denial of Felix Brown's request for a new trial, citing lack of credible new evidence.

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