Utah Court Affirms Conviction of Julio Garza for Murder
The Utah Court of Appeals upheld Julio Garza's conviction for aggravated murder, rejecting his claims of trial errors and ineffective counsel.
Texas court grants out-of-time appeal for Richard Tilford
The Texas Court of Criminal Appeals allows Richard Tilford to appeal his securities fraud convictions after he was denied his right to appeal.
Texas court grants habeas corpus for Michael Blain Cochran
The Texas Court of Criminal Appeals grants Michael Blain Cochran an out-of-time petition for discretionary review after a failed appeal.
Texas Court Denies Mark Anthony Gonzalez's Appeal for Relief
The Texas Court of Criminal Appeals ruled against Mark Anthony Gonzalez's appeal for relief, affirming the conviction for the murder of a police officer.
Nevada Supreme Court upholds assault convictions for man
The Nevada Supreme Court affirmed Carl Deamicis's assault convictions for threatening park rangers with a knife, impacting future assault cases.
Kentucky Supreme Court affirms arson conviction of Young
The Kentucky Supreme Court upheld Joseph Gordon Young's conviction for arson and wanton endangerment, affirming a 32-year prison sentence.
Ohio Supreme Court affirms death sentences for Brinkman
The Ohio Supreme Court upheld the death sentences for George Brinkman Jr., convicted of murdering three women in 2017, after a lengthy appeal process.
Seventh Circuit Reverses Ruling in Child Pornography Case
The Seventh Circuit Court overturned a lower court's decision in a child pornography case involving Peter Braun, impacting future legal standards.
Seventh Circuit Reverses Ruling in Child Pornography Case
The Seventh Circuit Court of Appeals reversed a lower court ruling that suppressed evidence in a child pornography case against Peter Braun.
Tenth Circuit upholds convictions of doctor in drug case
The Tenth Circuit Court affirms the conviction of Shakeel A. Kahn for illegal drug prescriptions, impacting opioid regulation and medical practices.
Eighth Circuit affirms life sentences for Nesbitt, Burkhalter
The Eighth Circuit upheld life sentences for Joshua Nesbitt and Shawn Burkhalter, convicted of multiple federal crimes including murder.
Eighth Circuit affirms sentence for Kentrell Powell's gun crime
The Eighth Circuit upheld Kentrell Powell's sentence for unlawful firearm possession, citing assault on an officer during his arrest.
Texas Court dismisses appeal in drug possession case
The Texas Court of Appeals dismissed Edgar Manuel Hernandez's appeal for possession of a controlled substance, concluding the case.
Texas Court upholds stalking conviction of George Ahl
The Texas Court of Appeals affirms George Ahl's stalking conviction, ruling on juror misconduct claims during his trial.
Texas Court Affirms Death Sentence in Capital Murder Case
The Texas Court of Criminal Appeals upheld the death sentence of Facundo Chavez, convicted of capital murder in 2023. The ruling addresses multiple trial errors.
Texas Court Reverses Conviction in Prostitution Case
The Texas Court of Criminal Appeals reverses Jemadari Chinua Williams' conviction for aggravated promotion of prostitution, affecting future cases.
Texas court upholds conviction in family violence assault case
The Texas Court of Appeals affirms Christopher Dale Havens' conviction for family violence assault, impacting domestic violence legal standards.
Texas Appeals Court Reverses Organized Crime Conviction
The Texas Court of Appeals reversed Nelsin Ray White's conviction for organized criminal activity, citing ineffective counsel regarding statute limitations.
Texas Court upholds guilty plea in child pornography case
The Texas Court of Appeals affirms a guilty plea by David Anthony Chavez for child pornography, modifying costs due upon release.
Texas Court affirms conviction in fatal hit-and-run case
The Texas Court of Appeals upheld Armando Barba's conviction for failure to stop and render aid after a fatal accident, impacting future cases.