Wednesday, October 14, 2026

Crime

Criminal, sentencing, death penalty

Texas Court affirms life sentence for Ronald White in abuse case

The Texas Court of Appeals upheld Ronald White's life sentence for continuous sexual abuse of a child, rejecting his appeal on multiple grounds.

Fifth Circuit upholds restitution order for child exploitation case

The Fifth Circuit affirms a $100,000 restitution order for Gerald Brann, convicted of sexually exploiting his stepdaughter.

Court upholds 22-year sentence for child exploitation case

The Seventh Circuit affirms Daniel Betty's 264-month sentence for child exploitation, rejecting his appeal on multiple grounds.

Sixth Circuit Court Reverses Release of Cyberstalker Kyle Wagner

The Sixth Circuit Court overturned a lower court's decision to release Kyle Wagner, charged with cyberstalking and threats against federal agents.

Eighth Circuit upholds seizure of phone in child porn case

The Eighth Circuit affirms the seizure of Amir Mulamba's phone, ruling it contained evidence of child pornography, impacting future Fourth Amendment cases.

Eighth Circuit dismisses appeal from drug offender Murry

The Eighth Circuit dismissed Xavier Murry's appeal against a 204-month sentence for drug charges, citing a plea agreement waiver.

Second Circuit upholds judgment in Reddell Smith case

The Second Circuit affirms a judgment against Reddell Smith, ruling he was not entitled to an in-person resentencing hearing.

Texas court affirms burglary conviction of Sariah Garcia

The Texas Court of Appeals upheld Sariah Garcia's burglary conviction, addressing variances in sentencing judgments.

Texas Court of Appeals modifies sentence in Garcia case

The Texas Court of Appeals modifies Sariah Garcia's sentence for credit card abuse, correcting a discrepancy in her sentencing judgment.

Texas Court upholds burglary conviction of Sariah Garcia

The Texas Court of Appeals affirms Sariah Garcia's burglary conviction, addressing variances in sentencing judgments from the trial court.

Louisiana Court upholds 20-year sentences for Wiggins

The Louisiana Court of Appeal affirms 20-year sentences for Ahkeem Wiggins, convicted of battery against a pregnant partner.

Florida court reduces prosecution costs in Parks case

The Florida District Court of Appeal lowers prosecution costs for Perry Walter Parks, affirming other convictions in a recent ruling.

Texas court affirms burglary conviction for Sariah Garcia

The Texas Court of Appeals upheld Sariah Garcia's burglary conviction, addressing variances in sentencing judgments from the trial court.

Texas Court modifies judgment in credit card abuse case

The Texas Court of Appeals modifies Sariah Garcia's sentence for credit card abuse, correcting a variance in sentencing.

Texas Court upholds burglary conviction of Sariah Garcia

The Texas Court of Appeals affirms the burglary conviction of Sariah Garcia, addressing variances in sentencing judgments.

Texas Court Modifies Sentences for Sariah Garcia's Appeals

The Texas Court of Appeals modifies Sariah Garcia's sentences for burglary and credit card abuse, correcting discrepancies in trial court judgments.

Idaho Court of Appeals affirms conviction for drug possession

The Idaho Court of Appeals upheld Caylor Mark Tremayne's conviction for drug possession, affirming the lower court's ruling on overdose immunity.

Florida court upholds conviction despite late evidence ruling

The Florida District Court of Appeal affirmed Alfred Blakely's conviction, ruling that late evidence did not prejudice his case.

Florida court affirms ruling on Stacey Williams' sentences

The Florida court upheld a decision regarding Stacey Williams' sentences for murder and robbery, impacting how sentences are served.

Delaware Supreme Court orders new trial for Christopher Porter

The Delaware Supreme Court has reversed Christopher Porter's convictions for robbery and murder, ordering a new trial due to a conflict of interest.

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