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Ohio Supreme Court rules on guilty plea requirements

The Ohio Supreme Court upheld the validity of guilty pleas, clarifying requirements for trial courts in State v. Fontanez.

Ohio Supreme Court rules on public records request case

The Ohio Supreme Court affirms a lower court's ruling on a public records request case involving the Revere Local School District.

Fifth Circuit Court Vacates Sentence for Palencia-Berrum

The Fifth Circuit Court vacated Alexander Palencia-Berrum's sentence for illegal reentry, citing reliance on erroneous facts during sentencing.

Fifth Circuit Court vacates sentence for Palencia-Berrum

The Fifth Circuit Court vacated Alexander Palencia-Berrum's sentence for illegal reentry due to reliance on erroneous facts during sentencing.

Court rules on O'Connor's property rights against Michigan

The Sixth Circuit Court ruled in favor of Dennis O'Connor, affirming his property rights under Michigan's Unclaimed Property Act.

Court rules on whistleblower case involving Miami police chief

A federal court ruled on a whistleblower case involving Miami's police chief, affecting city officials and public employee rights.

Court rules Arkansas pharmacy regulations not preempted

The Seventh Circuit upheld Arkansas pharmacy regulations, ruling they do not violate federal ERISA laws, affecting health plans and pharmacies.

Fifth Circuit upholds firearm conviction of Maurice Mitchell

The Fifth Circuit affirms Maurice Mitchell's firearm conviction, ruling his prior felony justifies disarmament under the Second Amendment.

Court dismisses appeal over attorney charging lien dispute

The Eleventh Circuit dismissed an appeal regarding a charging lien dispute involving Chiquita Brands International and Colombian plaintiffs.

Eighth Circuit vacates sentence for firearm possession case

The Eighth Circuit vacated Rodney McIntosh's sentence for unlawful firearm possession, ruling prior assault convictions were not violent crimes.

Court rules on credit reporting case involving Trotman

A D.C. court dismissed Ian Trotman's credit reporting claims against Transunion and Equifax but allowed him to amend his complaint.

Court rules against Nabizada in sanctions case against State

A federal court ruled that Kamaluddin Nabizada's designation as a terrorist supporter was lawful, impacting his blocked U.S. assets.

Texas Court dismisses probate appeal for lack of jurisdiction

The Texas Court of Appeals dismisses an appeal in a probate case due to untimely filing, impacting the estate of Pamela Ann Briers.

Texas Court dismisses appeal for lack of jurisdiction

The Texas Court of Appeals dismissed an appeal due to absence of a signed order, impacting child custody cases.

Texas Court dismisses appeal in parental rights case

The Texas Court of Appeals dismissed an appeal regarding the termination of parental rights due to lack of jurisdiction.

Texas Court dismisses appeal of Theodore Jung Kim case

The Texas Court of Appeals dismissed Theodore Jung Kim's appeal after he expressed a desire not to pursue it, affecting his assault conviction.

Texas Court rules against property owner in takings case

The Texas Court of Appeals affirms a ruling against Richard Ferris, who claimed the City of Austin's traffic plan harmed his property value.

Texas Court Denies Mandamus Petition in Riley Case

The Texas Court of Appeals denied Jaden Alexandra Riley's petition for writ of mandamus, lifting a prior stay and dismissing related motions.

Texas Court rules on divorce property division dispute

The Texas Court of Appeals ruled on a divorce case involving property division, affecting Autumn Lee and Eric Lundquist's LLC interests.

Texas Court dismisses appeal in Ruiz Rivera v. Citibank case

The Texas Court of Appeals dismissed Alfonso Ruiz Rivera's appeal against Citibank for failure to file necessary documents on time.

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