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Crime

Criminal, sentencing, death penalty

Sixth Circuit upholds search in felon firearm case against Hernandez

The Sixth Circuit Court affirms the search and conviction of Samuel Arellio Hernandez for being a felon in possession of firearms.

Texas Court upholds conviction for evading arrest in Amarillo

The Texas Court of Appeals affirms Michael Allen Andersen's conviction for evading arrest, emphasizing the importance of intent in such cases.

Texas Court dismisses appeal in theft case due to waiver

The Texas Court of Appeals dismissed Steven Harry Croan's appeal for theft after he waived his right to appeal in a plea agreement.

Texas Court upholds convictions in aggravated assault case

The Texas Court of Appeals affirms Javonte Davis's aggravated assault convictions, ruling no grounds for appeal were found.

Tennessee court affirms sentencing of Brian Phillips in appeal

The Tennessee Court of Criminal Appeals upheld the sentencing of Brian Phillips, who faced multiple charges and probation violations.

Tennessee Court Upholds Conviction of Travis Cohens for Murder

The Tennessee Court of Criminal Appeals affirms the conviction of Travis Cohens for first-degree premeditated murder and related charges.

Texas Court dismisses appeals from Rasheed Burley

The Texas Court of Appeals dismissed Rasheed Akeem Burley's appeals after he waived his right to appeal as part of a plea bargain.

Texas Court of Appeals upholds ruling in DNA testing case

The Texas Court of Appeals affirms a trial court's decision denying David Bryan Winters' request for additional DNA testing in a sexual abuse case.

Texas Court dismisses appeal in drug possession case

The Texas Court of Appeals dismisses Justis Ray Guynes' appeal regarding his community supervision revocation for drug possession.

Texas Court upholds DWI conviction for Samuel R. Cisneros

The Texas Court of Appeals affirms the DWI conviction of Samuel R. Cisneros, ruling on community supervision violations.

Texas Court affirms ruling in Caram meth possession case

The Texas Court of Appeals upheld a ruling against William Milton Caram for meth possession, affirming a two-year jail sentence.

Texas Court affirms burglary conviction of Renee Reeves

The Texas Court of Appeals upheld Renee Reeves' burglary conviction, affirming a five-year prison sentence after her appeal was deemed without merit.

Texas court dismisses appeal of assault conviction case

The Texas Court of Appeals dismissed Kenneth Ray Acorn II's appeal of his assault conviction, impacting legal proceedings in Nolan County.

Tennessee Court Affirms Murder Conviction of Chestnut Jr.

The Tennessee Court of Criminal Appeals upheld the conviction of Joseph Eugene Chestnut Jr. for first-degree murder and animal cruelty.

Court affirms life sentence for man in murder case appeal

Tennessee court upholds life sentence of Javarius Baugh, who claimed ineffective assistance of counsel in murder conviction.

Indiana Court upholds murder conviction of Deonta Nelson

The Indiana Court of Appeals affirmed Deonta Nelson's murder conviction, ruling on the admissibility of surveillance footage in the case.

Florida court affirms decision in Pritchard case appeal

The Florida District Court of Appeal upheld a ruling in the case of James Pritchard, Jr., impacting his legal standing and future options.

Texas Court upholds 20-year sentence for child pornography

The Texas Court of Appeals affirms a 20-year sentence for Trent Carson Steinbart after he pleaded guilty to child pornography charges.

Tennessee court reduces restitution in assault case appeal

A Tennessee court has reduced Sarah Elaine Smith's restitution from $16,250 to $250 after ruling the initial amount was unreasonable.

Texas Court Reverses Murder Conviction for New Trial

The Texas Court of Appeals has reversed a murder conviction for Dionate D. Banks, citing ineffective assistance of counsel during the trial.

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