Wednesday, October 14, 2026

Crime

Criminal, sentencing, death penalty

Texas Court upholds assault conviction of Terrelle Staten

The Texas Court of Appeals affirmed Terrelle Staten's assault conviction, addressing issues of evidence and trial procedures.

Texas court upholds ruling on drug possession case

The Texas Court of Appeals affirms a ruling against Richard Galvon Ordaz, Jr. for violating community supervision terms related to drug possession.

Texas Court upholds conviction of John Michael Monaco

The Texas Court of Appeals affirms John Michael Monaco's conviction for possession of a controlled substance in a correctional facility.

Texas Court affirms sentence for Misty Renea Price's assault

The Texas Court of Appeals upheld Misty Renea Price's five-year sentence for assault after revoking her community supervision.

Texas Court affirms sentence for Rosales in drug case

The Texas Court of Appeals upheld the sentence of Henry Christopher Rosales, who had his community supervision revoked for failing to comply.

Tennessee court upholds murder conviction of Charles Locke

The Court of Criminal Appeals of Tennessee affirms the conviction and 25-year sentence of Charles Raymond Locke, Jr. for second-degree murder.

Tennessee Court Upholds Conviction of Roddarrius Jenkins

The Tennessee Court of Criminal Appeals affirms Roddarrius Jenkins' convictions for murder and robbery, addressing key legal arguments.

Texas Court dismisses appeal of Eual Eldon Hayes, III

The Texas Court of Appeals dismissed Eual Eldon Hayes, III's appeal due to untimeliness, impacting his conviction for evading arrest.

Florida court affirms ruling in Olabarieta v. State case

The Florida District Court of Appeal upheld a ruling in the case of Rony Olabarieta, affirming the decision made by the lower court.

Florida Court Affirms Ruling in Undra Shorter Case

The Florida District Court of Appeal upheld a lower court's ruling in the case of Undra Shorter, impacting future legal proceedings.

Court Affirms Conviction of Trae Jean Mitchell St. Ange

The Florida District Court of Appeal affirmed the conviction of Trae Jean Mitchell St. Ange in a recent ruling, impacting future appeals.

Florida court affirms ruling in Engram v. State appeal

The Florida District Court of Appeal upheld a lower court's ruling in the case of Shaun Marvin Engram, Jr., affecting his legal standing.

Texas Court denies bond reduction for Robert Babin

The Texas Court of Appeals upheld a high bond for Robert Babin, charged with murder, citing community safety and the nature of the offense.

Texas Court upholds murder conviction in shooting case

The Texas Court of Appeals affirms the murder conviction of Juan Antonio Salinas for the shooting death of Cecilia Rodriguez, rejecting lesser charges.

Hawaii Supreme Court reverses ruling in Dela Cruz murder case

The Hawaii Supreme Court reversed a lower court's ruling in the Dela Cruz murder case, allowing for a review of remaining points of error.

Hawaii Supreme Court reinstates murder conviction of Dela Cruz

The Hawaii Supreme Court reinstated Kai Dela Cruz's murder conviction, ruling on his right to testify and addressing remaining legal issues.

Florida court affirms ruling in Graham v. State case

The Florida District Court of Appeal upheld a lower court's decision in the case of Kevin Oneal Graham, impacting future legal proceedings.

Court upholds ruling in domestic battery case against police

The Seventh Circuit affirms a ruling that police had probable cause to arrest Charles Friend for domestic battery, impacting future cases.

Seventh Circuit affirms sentence for money laundering case

The Seventh Circuit upheld Angelica Mendoza-Rubio's sentence for her role in a money laundering conspiracy, affirming the district court's decision.

Georgia Court Dismisses Amir Short's Appeal on Indictment

The Georgia Court of Appeals dismissed Amir Short's appeal regarding his indictment, citing lack of jurisdiction and procedural issues.

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