Wednesday, October 14, 2026

Crime

Criminal, sentencing, death penalty

New York court reverses murder conviction in baby death case

A New York court has reversed Andee Wright's murder conviction, granting her a new trial in a case involving the death of her newborn baby.

New York court affirms conviction of Alexander Williams

The Appellate Division upholds Alexander Williams' conviction for attempted criminal possession of a controlled substance in New York.

Court orders resentencing in Valion attempted murder case

The New York Appellate Division modifies Valion's sentence, ordering a resentencing due to procedural errors in the original judgment.

New York court affirms conviction of attempted robbery case

The Appellate Division upholds the conviction of Catherine Turnage for attempted robbery, addressing her appeal on sentencing severity.

New York court reinstates indictment in fatal crash case

The New York Appellate Division reinstated an indictment against Ryan Stencel for criminally negligent homicide following a fatal vehicle accident.

New York court upholds conviction of Stephanie Scharet

A New York appellate court affirms the conviction of Stephanie Scharet for drug possession, ruling her appeal waiver was valid.

New York court affirms murder conviction of Adriel Riley Jr.

The Appellate Division upholds the murder conviction of Adriel Riley Jr., affirming the evidence of intent and participation in the crime.

New York court upholds aggravated vehicular homicide conviction

The New York Appellate Division affirms Nicholas Rich's conviction for aggravated vehicular homicide, rejecting his appeal on multiple grounds.

New York court upholds conviction of Weston Rhodes for rape

The New York Appellate Division affirms Weston Rhodes' conviction for rape and attempted rape, addressing appeal rights and sentencing issues.

New York court upholds conviction in drug possession case

The Appellate Division affirms Danielle Ray's conviction for drug possession, highlighting the importance of plea agreements in criminal cases.

New York court affirms resentencing of Marcus Miller

The New York Appellate Division upheld the resentencing of Marcus Miller for multiple convictions, including attempted murder and assault.

New York court modifies manslaughter conviction in Major case

The New York Appellate Division modifies Charles Major's manslaughter conviction, impacting future cases involving self-defense and weapon possession.

New York court upholds conviction of Marcus Miller for assault

A New York appellate court affirms the conviction of Marcus Miller for attempted murder and related charges, impacting his legal standing and future.

New York court modifies conviction in attempted rape case

A New York court has modified the conviction of Emmanuel Jenkins, dismissing charges of attempted rape and robbery while upholding other convictions.

New York court affirms resentence in child sexual assault case

The New York Appellate Division has upheld the resentence of David E. Evans for predatory sexual assault against a child and attempted rape.

New York court affirms conviction of Steven Forshey for burglary

The Appellate Division upheld Steven Forshey's conviction for attempted burglary, rejecting his claims about the validity of his plea and trial conditions.

Court affirms assault conviction in People v. Evans case

The New York Appellate Division affirms Scott Evans' assault conviction, impacting future plea agreements and criminal defenses.

New York court affirms conviction of Richard Felvus

The Appellate Division of New York upheld Richard Felvus's conviction for strangulation and forcible touching, affirming the lower court's judgment.

New York court upholds conviction of Scott L. Evans

The New York Appellate Division affirms Scott L. Evans' conviction for drug possession and assault, addressing appeal rights and sentencing.

New York court affirms conviction of Giang Cao for assault

The Appellate Division upholds Giang Cao's conviction for attempted assault, confirming his waiver of appeal rights in a recent ruling.

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