Wednesday, October 14, 2026

Crime

Criminal, sentencing, death penalty

Utah Court Upholds Conviction of Michael Hall for Abuse

The Utah Court of Appeals affirms the conviction of Michael Hall for aggravated sexual abuse of a child, addressing jury instruction issues.

Ohio Court upholds drug convictions and sentences for Penix

The Ohio Court of Appeals affirms Jonathan Penix's drug convictions and sentences, impacting future drug trafficking cases.

Utah Court Upholds Conviction in Minor Enticement Case

The Utah Court of Appeals affirms James Christian Kent's conviction for enticing a minor, emphasizing the evidence of his intent and awareness.

Texas Court of Appeals Orders New Hearing for Rodriguez Case

The Texas Court of Appeals has reversed Michael Anthony Rodriguez's conviction and ordered a new punishment hearing due to trial errors.

Mississippi Supreme Court affirms conviction of Bozard

The Mississippi Supreme Court upheld Elizabeth Bozard's felony evasion conviction, confirming the sufficiency of evidence against her.

Mississippi Supreme Court upholds death sentence for Heard

The Mississippi Supreme Court affirms the death sentence of Joseph David Heard, convicted of capital murder for the death of his stepson.

Texas Court Remands Appeal of Alexander Zuniga's Conviction

The Texas Court of Appeals has remanded Alexander Zuniga's appeal for further proceedings due to issues with his legal representation.

Texas Court affirms conviction in aggravated robbery case

The Texas Court of Appeals upheld Jevon Moreland's conviction for aggravated robbery, affirming the trial court's decision and sentencing.

Texas Court upholds conviction in computer security case

The Texas Court of Appeals affirms Clint Janecka's conviction for breach of computer security, ruling the appeal was frivolous.

Texas Court upholds aggravated assault conviction appeal

The Texas Court of Appeals affirms Toray Lamont Moore's aggravated assault conviction, ruling his appeal lacks merit.

Texas Court affirms conviction of Tommy Andrews in child case

The Texas Court of Appeals upheld Tommy Andrews' conviction for indecency with a child, affirming the trial court's decision and penalties.

Texas Court upholds murder conviction of Abdallah Babiker

The Texas Court of Appeals affirmed Abdallah Babiker's murder conviction, ruling his appeal was frivolous. Babiker received 32 years in prison.

Texas Court upholds murder conviction of Abdallah Babiker

The Texas Court of Appeals affirmed Abdallah Babiker's murder conviction, ruling the appeal was without merit and frivolous.

Texas Court upholds conviction of Oscar Ardon for abuse

The Texas Court of Appeals affirmed Oscar Ardon's conviction for indecency with a child, rejecting claims of trial errors.

Texas Court upholds DWI conviction of Steven Daniel

The Texas Court of Appeals affirms Steven Daniel's DWI conviction, citing reasonable suspicion for his traffic stop and modifying a clerical error.

Texas Court dismisses appeal in methamphetamine case

The Texas Court of Appeals dismissed Brian Glenn Ware's appeal after he waived his right to appeal in a plea agreement related to meth charges.

Texas Court Dismisses Appeal of Assault Case Against Toscano

The Texas Court of Appeals dismisses Alejandro Toscano's appeal in an assault case, allowing the original ruling to stand.

Texas Court affirms sentences in evading arrest case

The Texas Court of Appeals upheld Eric D. Oliver's sentences for evading arrest and unlawful possession of a firearm, correcting a billing error.

Texas Court upholds arson conviction of Christopher Kelley

The Texas Court of Appeals affirms Christopher Kelley’s arson conviction and deadly weapon findings, impacting future cases involving similar offenses.

Texas Court affirms conviction of Norman Bell for indecency

The Texas Court of Appeals upheld Norman Bell's conviction for indecency with a child, affirming a ten-year sentence for the offense.

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