Wednesday, October 14, 2026

Crime

Criminal, sentencing, death penalty

Ohio Court of Appeals upholds sentencing in Hiles case

The Ohio Court of Appeals affirms the sentencing of John R. Hiles for attempted abduction and unlawful restraint, rejecting claims of trial court error.

Ohio Court upholds conviction in State v. Berry case

The Ohio Court of Appeals affirms Brandy Berry's conviction for breaking and entering, rejecting her double jeopardy claims.

Ohio Court upholds drug conviction of Curtis Simmons

The Ohio Court of Appeals affirms Curtis Simmons' drug conviction and sentence, rejecting claims of an involuntary plea and ineffective counsel.

Ohio Appeals Court Dismisses Robert Mills' Frivolous Appeal

The Ohio Court of Appeals dismissed Robert Mills' appeal, ruling it was wholly frivolous, affirming the Hamilton Municipal Court's decision.

Ohio Court upholds convictions of Lucas Arnette for sexual crimes

The Ohio Court of Appeals affirmed Lucas Arnette's convictions for multiple sexual offenses against a minor, emphasizing the evidence's sufficiency.

Ohio court upholds conviction of Kayla Luckett for violence

The Ohio Court of Appeals affirms Kayla Luckett's conviction for domestic violence and violating a protection order, impacting her future legal standing.

Ohio Court of Appeals upholds Hollenback's lengthy sentence

The Ohio Court of Appeals affirmed Charles Hollenback's life sentence for multiple sex offenses, addressing procedural issues in sentencing.

Ohio Court upholds conviction of Walter Galloway for fentanyl

The Ohio Court of Appeals affirms Walter Galloway's conviction for fentanyl possession and trafficking, ruling on consent and capacity issues.

Ohio Court upholds maximum sentences for drug offenses

The Ohio Court of Appeals affirms maximum sentences for Sarah Avery in a drug possession case, emphasizing the trial court's discretion in sentencing.

Ohio court affirms ruling in Joseph Davis weapons case

The Ohio Court of Appeals upheld a ruling denying Joseph Davis's plea withdrawal and postconviction relief, impacting his weapons charge case.

Ohio Court upholds sentence for felonious assault case

The Ohio Court of Appeals affirms Robert Weddle's sentence for felonious assault, addressing issues of prior convictions and restitution.

Ohio Court affirms robbery conviction of Jacob Onusic

The Ohio Court of Appeals upheld Jacob Onusic's robbery conviction, denying his motion to withdraw guilty pleas and claims of ineffective counsel.

Ohio Court dismisses appeal in McFadden sexual assault case

The Ohio Court of Appeals dismissed Danny McFadden's appeal due to unresolved charges in a sexual assault case, impacting his conviction.

Ohio Court upholds murder conviction of Erik Cunningham

The Ohio Court of Appeals affirmed Erik Cunningham's murder conviction, rejecting his insanity defense in the killing of his wife.

Ohio Court upholds OVI conviction of Manuel Chevez

The Ohio Court of Appeals affirms the OVI conviction of Manuel Chevez, addressing key issues on evidence suppression and probable cause.

Seventh Circuit upholds fraud conviction of Giulio Palma

The Seventh Circuit affirms Giulio Palma's conviction for wire fraud, ruling he misappropriated $2 million from investors in a failed real estate scheme.

Seventh Circuit upholds conviction of Andrew Boltz in sex case

The Seventh Circuit Court affirms the conviction of Andrew Boltz for sexually exploiting a minor, addressing key evidentiary rulings.

Seventh Circuit affirms sentence for Jermaine Stapleton

The Seventh Circuit upheld a 24-month sentence for Jermaine Stapleton, emphasizing rehabilitation over retribution in its ruling.

Seventh Circuit rules on surveillance in drug case

The Seventh Circuit upheld the use of a pole camera in a drug case against Eric Kendrick, affirming the lower court's ruling on privacy rights.

Seventh Circuit affirms sentence in robbery case appeal

The Seventh Circuit upheld Corrie Singleton's 180-month sentence for robbery and firearm use, emphasizing the court's consideration of mitigating factors.

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