Tuesday, October 13, 2026

Crime

Criminal, sentencing, death penalty

Ohio Court of Appeals upholds guilty plea of Donte Carter

The Ohio Court of Appeals affirms Donte Carter's guilty plea, ruling it was valid despite claims of not being fully informed during the process.

New York court upholds sentence in People v. Walker case

The Appellate Division of New York affirms the sentence of Philip Walker, ruling his appeal on excessive sentencing is invalid due to a prior waiver.

New York court upholds sentence in People v. Ward case

The New York Appellate Division affirms the sentence in People v. Ward, addressing claims of excessive sentencing following a guilty plea.

New York court affirms conviction of Brooke Stedman

The Appellate Division of New York upholds the conviction of Brooke Stedman for attempted burglary, affirming the lower court's decision.

New York court upholds sentences for Wilber Ruiz in appeal

The New York Appellate Division affirms the sentences for Wilber Ruiz, ruling his appeal was invalid due to a waiver of rights.

New York court upholds sentence for Naquan Ricks

The New York Appellate Division affirms a sentence for Naquan Ricks, ruling it was not excessive after his guilty plea.

New York court upholds dismissal of DWI charges against man

A New York court affirmed the dismissal of DWI charges against Shine Radhakrishnan due to the prosecution's failure to meet speedy trial requirements.

New York court affirms sentence in People v. Nelson case

The Appellate Division of New York upheld Moses Nelson's sentence, ruling his appeal was invalid due to a waiver of rights.

Court upholds sex offender designation for Marc Melter

The New York Appellate Division affirms sex offender status for Marc Melter, convicted of a crime against a child, in a recent ruling.

New York court upholds sentence in People v. Cuebas case

The Appellate Division affirms the sentence of Edwin Cuebas, addressing claims of excessiveness in a recent ruling.

Court affirms sentence in People v. Locus appeal case

The New York Appellate Division upheld the sentence of Donikqua Locus, ruling her appeal was barred by her waiver of rights.

New York court upholds sentence for Jason Jacobs in appeal

The New York Appellate Division affirmed Jason Jacobs' sentence, ruling it was not excessive. This decision impacts future sentencing appeals.

New York court affirms sentences for Darrell Heath in appeals

The Appellate Division upheld the sentences for Darrell Heath, affirming that they were not excessive. The case involved two separate indictments.

New York court affirms resentence for Vaughn Campbell

The New York Appellate Division upheld a resentence for Vaughn Campbell, convicted of assault and robbery, ruling it was not excessive.

Ohio Court dismisses appeal in domestic violence case

The Ohio Court of Appeals dismissed Walter C. Love Jr.'s appeal regarding his sentencing for domestic violence, emphasizing the legality of the plea agreement.

Ohio court affirms child endangerment convictions for caregiver

The Ohio Court of Appeals upheld De-Shawnay Daniels' convictions for child endangerment after a jury trial involving a disabled child.

Ohio court affirms murder conviction of April Neagos

The Ohio Court of Appeals upheld April Neagos' murder conviction for the stabbing death of her father, Nick Neagos, affirming the trial court's decision.

Ohio Court upholds conviction of Jacquavius Williams for drug offenses

The Ohio Court of Appeals affirms Jacquavius Williams' conviction for illegal drug conveyance, highlighting evidence and trial court decisions.

Florida court upholds second-degree murder conviction

The Florida District Court of Appeal affirms Silverio Fonte's murder conviction, ruling on the Confrontation Clause and toxicology report use.

Arkansas court upholds firearm possession conviction

The Arkansas Court of Appeals affirms Tavares Montgomery's conviction for firearm possession, citing sufficient evidence and appropriate sentencing.

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