Judge denies Menendez brothers’ appeal for new trial
A judge said the new evidence of alleged sexual abuse did not negate the premeditated aspect of the Menendez family murders. More
September 16, 2025
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Appeals
Just because the trial has ended, doesn't mean the case is closed. Many defendants exercise their right to appeal both the verdicts and sentences in their cases, to varying degrees of success.
Brooks Houck, Joseph Lawson fight convictions in Crystal Rogers’ murder
Days before their scheduled sentencing, Brooks Houck and Joseph Lawson filed motions seeking new trials citing errors in the case. More
September 16, 2025
Listen: Audio Released From Menendez Brothers’ Parole Board Hearings
Erik and Lyle Menendez talk about their alleged sexual abuse and the murder of their parents while appearing before a parole board. More
September 16, 2025
Carly Gregg Appeals Conviction For Mom’s Murder To MS Supreme Court
Carly Gregg has filed a new appeal to the Mississippi Supreme Court seeking a new trial after conviction for murdering her mother. More
September 10, 2025
First Erik Menendez, then Lyle denied parole, board cites safety risk
Lyle Menendez was denied parole Friday by the same board that a day earlier rejected his brother Erik’s appeal for freedom. More
August 23, 2025
Lyle Menendez Faces Parole Board After Erik Denied Release
The board cited Erik Menendez's misbehavior in prison as they denied his application for parole; now Lyle will face the board. More
August 22, 2025
Erik Menendez Denied Parole, Now Lyle Faces Board
The parole board denied Erik Menendez's request for release, and now will consider a request from his brother, Lyle. More
August 22, 2025
A Look Outside Erik Menendez’s Parole Hearing
Court TV's Matt Johnson reports from outside Donovan State Prison, where Erik Menendez is having his parole hearing. More
August 21, 2025
Erik Menendez’s Parole Hearing Set to Begin Today, Lyle’s Set for Tomorrow
A parole hearing is set to begin for Erik Menendez today, while Lyle Menendez's hearing is scheduled for tomorrow. More
August 21, 2025
Erik Menendez denied parole due to misbehavior in prison
UPDATE: Erik Menendez denied parole. He and his brother, Lyle Menendez, killed their parents in 1989. Lyle's parole hearing is set for Friday. More
August 21, 2025
Judge weighing new trial for Waffle House shooter Travis Reinking
Travis Reinking was sentenced to life in prison without parole after shooting and killing four people at a Tennessee Waffle House. More
August 17, 2025
Man convicted of killing Holly Bobo returns to court in pursuit of new trial
UPDATE: Zach Adams defense attorney has pointed to major failures in the investigation and within Adams' own defense team. More
August 15, 2025
Prosecutors push court to reject Adam Montgomery’s appeal
Prosecutors say overwhelming evidence led to the jury's conviction of Adam Montgomery for murdering his daughter, not errors. More
August 12, 2025
Prosecutors may appeal to U.S. Supreme Court on 1979 Etan Patz case
Prosecutors may appeal to SCOTUS to restore Pedro Hernandez's murder conviction in the 1979 disappearance of Etan Patz, 6, in New York City. More
August 10, 2025
Erik Menendez Returns To Prison After Surgeries
Erik Menendez returned to prison after undergoing multiple surgeries for kidney stones, ahead of a scheduled parole hearing. More
August 5, 2025
So long, farewell: Another attorney withdraws from Sarah Boone’s case
In a motion filed with a court, Sarah Boone's second appellate attorney said he needs to withdraw from her case. More
July 28, 2025
New trial ordered for man convicted in 1979 disappearance of Etan Patz
A federal appeals court has overturned the conviction of Pedro Hernandez, who was found guilty in 2017 of killing 6-year-old Etan Patz in 1979. More
July 21, 2025
Alex Murdaugh defense says they didn’t have texts missing from SLED timeline
Alex Murdaugh's defense says a series of text messages between the defendant and Eddie Smith were never disclosed before trial. More
July 17, 2025
Judge Orders DA’s Office To Explain Evidence Kept Out Of Menendez’ Brothers’ Trial
A judge ordered the DA's office to explain why sex abuse claims were kept out of Lyle and Erik Menendez's second trial. More
July 14, 2025
Sarah Boone Files Inquiry Complaining About Appellate Attorney
Sarah Boone, convicted of murdering her boyfriend, complained that her appeal is in jeopardy because her attorney won't communicate with her. More
July 14, 2025
Shanda Vander Ark Requests New Trial In Son’s Death
Shanda Vander Ark is requesting a new trial, claiming she wasn't competent when she was convicted of murdering her son, Timothy Ferguson. More
July 14, 2025
Sarah Boone files inquiry complaining about appellate attorney
In her latest communication to the Court, Sarah Boone says her appellate attorney isn't communicating and fears her appeal is in jeopardy. More
July 10, 2025
Judge orders evaluation for Jose Ibarra, convicted of killing Laken Riley
Lawyers for Jose Ibarra claim he has a mental deficiency that affected his ability to stand trial or assist in his own defense. More
July 8, 2025
Court denies Katherine Magbanua’s appeal in Dan Markel murder-for-hire
A Florida appeals court upheld the convictions and life sentences given to Katherine Magbanua for her role in Dan Markel's murder-for-hire. More
July 3, 2025
Time’s Running Out For Sarah Boone To Appeal Her Murder Conviction
Sarah Boone's former attorney, Frank Bankowitz, offers insight into the grounds on which Boone may seek an appeal. More
June 24, 2025
Jordan Henning Claims Abuse, Admits Fetlife Membership
Jordan Henning testified at a hearing to reduce his sentence, alleging domestic abuse while identifying his profile on a fetish website. More
May 23, 2025
Holly Bobo’s killer in court asking for new trial
Zachary Adams was sentenced to life without parole for Holly Bobo's murder, but wants a new trial after another Jason Autry said he lied. More
May 23, 2025
Dylan Adams Denies Killing Holly Bobo At Brother’s Hearing
Dylan Adams, who accepted an Alford plea in Holly Bobo's murder, said he and his brother, Zachary, never killed her. More
May 21, 2025
Holly Bobo Murder Case: Openings in Post-Conviction Relief Hearing
The defense calls Zach Adams' conviction in Holly Bobo's murder a "legal nightmare," blaming bad lawyers. The State says the jury heard it all and... More
May 20, 2025
Holly Bobo Murder: Zachary Adams In Court Requesting New Trial
After Jason Autry recanted his testimony, Zachary Adams is asking a judge for a new trial on charges he murdered Holly Bobo in 2011. More
May 19, 2025
