Charlie Adelson

Banner of Charlie Adelson Charlie Adelson was sentenced to life in prison for masterminding the murder-for-hire plot that killed FSU professor Dan Markel in 2014. Adelson allegedly planned the murder for his sister, Markel's ex-wife, who was involved in a custody battle with him.


Charlie Adelson's latest mug shot after being put in administrative confinement.
Donna Adelson is accused of plotting with her son, Charlie, to arrange the murder of her former son-in-law.
Donna Adelson official mug shot.
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Donna Adelson
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Donna Adelson appears in court via Zoom at her case management hearing.

Donna Adelson Speaks in Court

Donna Adelson testifies that her defense attorney, Daniel Rashbaum, will not present a conflict of interest for her. More

January 22, 2024

Donna Adelson sits in squad car after arrest.
Donna Adelson walks into court.
Photo of Dan Markel with his sons
Splitscreen of Charlie Adelson and Donna Adelson.
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Katherine Magbanua speaks to police
Katherine Magbanua talks to detectives
Wendi Adelson is seen in a still from police interview video
Julie Grant and Wendi Adelson
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