Karen Read Judge Denies Prosecution Request for Phone Records
Judge Ashley Wilcott explains the reasoning behind the judge's decision to bar the prosecution from accessing Karen Read's parents' records. More
December 3, 2024
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From the Bench: Should Judge Have Held Young Thug’s Lawyer in Contempt?
Judge Ashley questions whether Young Thug's defense attorney, Brian Steel, should have been held in contempt and ordered to jail. More
June 13, 2024
Should Kohberger Judge Have Closed Upcoming Motion Hearing?
Judge Ashley says it's interesting the State wants a Kohberger hearing closed to the public when the accused has the right to a public trial. More
May 3, 2024
Deadly Birthday Party Crash: Should Family Have Spoken at Arraignment?
Judge Ashley's thoughts on situation in which victims' family spoke at arraignment for suspect who allegedly killed 2 kids in drunken crash. More
April 25, 2024
A judge breaks down the consequences Morgan Wallen may face
There's always that line you just cannot afford to cross. One mess up, and a fun time can turn into a crime that could literally... More
April 8, 2024
Judge Ashley on Morgan Wallen: The Line You Just Can’t Afford to Cross
Judge Ashley's thoughts From the Bench on country star Morgan Wallen's arrest after he allegedly threw a chair from a bar rooftop. More
April 8, 2024
Judge Ashley: What you need to know about jury instructions in Arizona
Jurors in Arizona can take notes and ask questions. They raise their hand and pass up a slip of paper with their question written on... More
March 29, 2024
Jury Instructions in Arizona: What You Need to Know
Judge Ashley explains why jury instructions in Arizona are different from other states, and how that impacts the Border Migrant Murder Trial. More
March 29, 2024
Should Adam Montgomery be made to face a jury of his peers?
Adam Montgomery has been noticeably absent at his own murder trial. Ashley Willcott wonders if he should have to face a jury of his peers. More
February 14, 2024
Judge Ashley: Should Adam Montgomery Have to Face a Jury of His Peers?
Ashley Willcott weighs in From the Bench on the fact that defendant Adam Montgomery has been noticeably absent at his own trial. More
February 14, 2024
From the Bench: ‘We need a clear record, clear rulings by the judge’
Court TV anchor Judge Ashley Willcott weighs in on the School Shooter Mom Trial, offering her unique perspective as a former judge. More
February 1, 2024
Ashley Willcott: ‘We need a clear record, clear rulings by the judge’
Judge Ashley Willcott weighs on the judge's handling of the revelation that Jennifer Crumbley and witness Brian Meloche had an affair. More
February 1, 2024
From the Bench: Are More Charges Coming in the ‘Rust’ Set Shooting?
When there are potential co-defendants, Like Alec Baldwin and Hannah Gutierrez-Reed, additional charges are likely. More
January 4, 2024
From the Bench: Remaining Professional in the Face of Horror
Court TV's Ashley Willcott applauds the professionalism of attorneys on both sides in MI v. Shana Vander Ark in light of the awful facts. More
December 14, 2023
From the Bench: A judge’s perspective on prior bad acts
Court TV anchor Judge Ashley Willcott explains why prior bad acts were admissible in Alex Murdaugh's case but not in Thomas Randolph's. More
August 18, 2023
A judge’s perspective on the Sleepover Kidnapping Murder Trial
Judge Ashley Willcott's perspective on the Iowa case where Henry Dinkins is charged with kidnapping and murdering a 10-year-old girl. More
August 15, 2023
From the Bench: A judge’s perspective on the NFL Player Rape Trial
Judge Ashley Willcott shares her perspective on the case against Josh Sills, the NFL player on trial for rape and kidnapping charges. More
August 4, 2023
From the Bench: Judge caught using social media during murder trial
An Oklahoma judge listening to a criminal trial was caught on video looking at Facebook, texting, and scrolling. More
July 24, 2023
From the Bench: What to Know About the Kohberger Case
Court TV's Judge Ashley Willcott gives her unique perspective on the case against Bryan Kohberger in light of this week's motions hearing. More
June 29, 2023
From the Bench: A judge’s reaction to the insanity defense — 3 Things You Need…
Judge Ashley Willcott explains the insanity defense and how it's being used in the case of a stepmom accused of killing her 11-year-old stepson. More
April 14, 2023
Gwyneth Paltrow Ski Case: It’s all about the money. And to make a point? –…
Judge Ashley Willcott explains that in a civil case, it all comes down to the proof of damages. More
March 20, 2023
Here’s why witnesses can watch the trial before they testify
Judge Ashley Willcott explains why witnesses in Alex Murdaugh's double-murder trial are allowed to sit in the gallery before they testify. More
February 23, 2023
From the Bench: Is there an actor exception for involuntary manslaughter? -OPINION
Is there an actor-exception for involuntary manslaughter? Umm, no. More
February 3, 2023
From the Bench: Small town, big jury pool: Can you find an impartial jury? –…
In a small, rural town, how exactly do you find an impartial jury for one of the highest profile murder cases in the country? More
January 27, 2023
From the Bench: Why is Young Thug going to trial over Rap Lyrics? – Opinion
By: Judge Ashley Willcott FULTON COUNTY, GA. (Court TV) – Popular Grammy-winning rapper and singer Jeffery Lamar Williams, known as Young Thug, along with More
January 13, 2023
From the Bench: Idaho v. Bryan Kohberger: What is jurisdiction and why extradition? – OPINION
Judge Ashley Willcott explains jurisdiction and extradition in relation to the case against Bryan Kohberger in the Idaho Student Murders. More
January 6, 2023
From the Bench: Why a gag order in Delphi Murders case? – OPINION
Judge Ashley Willcott gives her take on gag orders and how it could impact those involved in the Delphi Murders case. More
December 29, 2022
Why choose a bench trial instead of a jury trial? – Opinion
In the Midwife Delivery Death Trial, Angela Hock has opted for a bench trial, so the judge, not a jury will decide the outcome. But why? More
December 15, 2022
Thankful for justice – Opinion
Here are a few of the many compelling Court TV live trials we watched in wonder this year. Education is prevention. More
November 30, 2022
Trial advocacy skills – How important are they? – Opinion
Judge Ashley Willcott outlines the basic tenets of successful trial advocacy, and how they can make or break a case. More
November 9, 2022
