Texas Court upholds sentence in drug possession case
The Texas Court of Appeals affirms Richard Kerns' sentence for drug possession, ruling no grounds for appeal were found.
Third Circuit upholds conviction of Jose Tavares in fraud case
The Third Circuit affirms Jose Tavares' conviction for fraudulently obtaining COVID-19 unemployment benefits, addressing key trial issues.
Eighth Circuit upholds conviction of Anfernee Rondeau
The Eighth Circuit Court affirms the conviction of Anfernee Rondeau for aggravated sexual abuse of a minor, rejecting claims of insufficient evidence.
Eighth Circuit affirms ruling on child pornography case
The Eighth Circuit Court upheld the conviction of Nicholas Peterson for child pornography, affirming the validity of search warrants issued in Nebraska.
Court affirms 46-year sentence for Alex Baranyi in murder case
The Washington Court of Appeals upheld a 46-year sentence for Alex Baranyi, who killed four family members at age 17, citing lack of youthful characteristics.
Ohio Court of Appeals upholds dismissal of Smith's appeal
The Ohio Court of Appeals ruled against Sherman Smith's appeal for postconviction relief, affirming the dismissal of his claims of ineffective counsel.
Kansas Court Upholds Conviction in Fentanyl Death Case
The Kansas Court of Appeals affirms McKaine Farr's conviction for aiding in fentanyl distribution leading to a death, clarifying liability laws.
Kansas Court Affirms Conviction in Fentanyl Overdose Case
The Kansas Court of Appeals upheld McKaine Tyson Farr's conviction for distributing fentanyl causing death, emphasizing legal causation standards.
North Carolina Supreme Court Rules on Garmon Drug Case
The North Carolina Supreme Court reversed part of a lower court's ruling in the case of State v. Garmon, affecting habitual felon status and drug charges.
North Carolina Supreme Court Rules on Kidnapping Case
The North Carolina Supreme Court reinstates kidnapping conviction for Michael John Moore, Sr. in a case involving the murder of his wife.
Nebraska Supreme Court affirms murder conviction of Nickels
The Nebraska Supreme Court upheld Daniel Nickels' murder conviction, ruling on self-defense and jury instructions in a high-profile case.
Texas Court upholds conviction for meth possession case
The Texas Court of Appeals affirmed Jacob Hutchins' conviction for meth possession, addressing key legal arguments and evidence.
Ohio Court affirms lengthy sentence for Michael Thomas
The Ohio Court of Appeals upheld a 21 to 25-year prison sentence for Michael Thomas, convicted of multiple felonies including firearm offenses.
Fourth Circuit vacates sentence in Zerion Franklin case
The Fourth Circuit vacated the sentence of Zerion Franklin, citing insufficient evidence for a firearm enhancement during sentencing.
Fourth Circuit Reverses Conviction in Drug Case Against Griffin
The Fourth Circuit Court overturned Earl Griffin Jr.'s conviction, citing lack of probable cause for a search warrant in a drug case.
Sixth Circuit affirms conviction of Tianna Barber in drug case
The Sixth Circuit upheld Tianna Barber's conviction for drug offenses, affirming the trial court's evidentiary rulings and sentencing calculations.
Tenth Circuit affirms 20-year sentence for fentanyl dealer
The Tenth Circuit upheld a 240-month prison sentence for Nathen Garley, convicted of fentanyl possession and linked to a child's murder.
Florida court affirms ruling in Jorge Audinot Lugo case
The Florida District Court of Appeal affirmed the ruling in Jorge Audinot Lugo's case, impacting how evidence is treated in reckless driving cases.
Florida court reverses judgments in Gutierrez case
The Florida District Court of Appeal reversed Victor Gutierrez's judgments due to a lack of valid charging documents, impacting his legal standing.
Ohio court upholds conviction in trespass case against Jackson
The Ohio Court of Appeals affirms Darryeon Jackson's conviction for trespass, ruling sufficient evidence supported the jury's decision.