Wednesday, October 14, 2026

Crime

Criminal, sentencing, death penalty

Texas Court upholds robbery sentence for Antonio Lopez

The Texas Court of Appeals affirms a ten-year sentence for Antonio Lopez after revoking his community supervision for robbery violations.

Texas court upholds theft conviction of Jared Castillo

The Texas Court of Appeals affirms Jared Castillo's conviction for theft involving over $17,000, impacting his future and similar cases.

Texas Court of Appeals affirms conviction of Frank Greenwood

The Texas Court of Appeals upheld Frank Greenwood's conviction for soliciting a child, affirming an eight-year prison sentence.

Texas Court upholds conviction of Jennifer Garza for drug charge

The Texas Court of Appeals affirms Jennifer Garza's conviction for possession of methamphetamine, maintaining her six-year prison sentence.

Texas Court affirms sentences for Joe Angel Hernandez

The Texas Court of Appeals upholds sentences for Joe Angel Hernandez after community supervision violations, affecting his future legal options.

Texas court affirms life sentence for Delgadillo in appeal

The Texas Court of Appeals upheld Ramona Llanez Delgadillo's life sentence for felony DWI and tampering with evidence, with no grounds for appeal.

Texas Court upholds felony firearm possession ruling

The Texas Court of Appeals affirms Tyler Keaster's 18-year sentence for firearm possession as a felon, with no grounds for appeal found.

Texas Court upholds conviction for evading arrest case

The Texas Court of Appeals affirms Jacori Devon Chandler's conviction for evading arrest, addressing key legal arguments in the case.

Court upholds conviction and sentence of Royal Davis Jr.

The Indiana Court of Appeals affirms the conviction of Royal R. Davis Jr. for felony murder and other charges, maintaining a 77-year sentence.

Florida Court Affirms Ruling in Ronny Scott Cooper Case

The Florida Court of Appeal upheld a lower court's decision in the Ronny Scott Cooper case, affecting future legal strategies in similar cases.

Florida court affirms ruling in Antoine v. State case

The Florida District Court of Appeal affirms a ruling in the case of Johnathan Antoine, impacting future appeals in similar cases.

Court upholds convictions of Chauncey Hardrick in NC case

The North Carolina Court of Appeals affirms Chauncey Hardrick's convictions for breaking and entering, larceny, and eluding arrest.

North Carolina court reverses dismissal in assault case

The Court of Appeals of North Carolina reversed a trial court's dismissal of an assault case against Miguel Cuadra, citing errors in the dismissal.

Georgia court upholds conviction of man for attempted murder

The Georgia Court of Appeals affirmed the conviction of Charles Jason Matheson for attempted murder of his wife, addressing jury selection issues.

Oregon court reduces conviction in State v. Soto case

The Oregon Court of Appeals reversed a conviction of unlawful sexual penetration, converting it to sexual abuse in the second degree.

Oregon Court Upholds Conviction in Stalking Case

The Oregon Court of Appeals affirms the conviction of Daniel Hambrick for stalking, menacing, and attempted coercion, highlighting the seriousness of threats.

Oregon Court upholds convictions in sexual abuse case

The Oregon Court of Appeals affirms Alfonso Cortez-Orta's convictions for multiple sex crimes against his stepdaughters, addressing jury instruction issues.

Oregon Court Affirms Conviction in Cano-Magin Rape Case

The Oregon Court of Appeals upheld the conviction of Roman Cano-Magin for multiple sexual assault charges, affirming the trial court's decisions.

Georgia court upholds conviction in gang-related shooting case

The Court of Appeals of Georgia affirms Harvey Linder's conviction for aggravated assault and gang-related offenses, rejecting his appeal.

Georgia Appeals Court Affirms Manslaughter Conviction

The Court of Appeals of Georgia upheld Donte Hale's manslaughter conviction, rejecting claims of self-defense and trial errors.

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