State cites Court TV coverage in bid to move retrial after juror misconduct
A judge was forced to declare a mistrial in David Prevatte's first trial this month after misconduct by several jurors. More
October 20, 2026
David Prevatte
David Prevatte is charged with the rape and murder of his 5-year-old niece, Paitin Fields.
Frustrated judge declares mistrial in murder case after juror’s report ‘opened Pandora’s box’
A judge said he had no choice but to declare a mistrial after finding that three jurors disobeyed instructions in the deliberation room. More
October 15, 2026
Investigator admits important piece of evidence is missing at trial for man accused of killing 5-year-old niece
David Prevatte has pleaded not guilty to charges he killed his 5-year-old niece, Paitin Fields, who prosecutors said was strangled. More
October 12, 2026
Juror drama leads to mistrial for man accused of killing 5-year-old niece
Prosecutors say David Prevatte is accused of sexually assaulting and killing his 5-year-old niece, Paitin Fields. More
October 3, 2026
Uncle charged with 5-year-old niece’s murder blows kisses after mother sobs in court
David Prevatte has pleaded not guilty to charges that he sexually assaulted and killed his 5-year-old niece in 2017. More
October 2, 2026