Conviction

Philadelphia District Attorney’s Office Appeals Judge’s Decision to Overturn Decades-Old Murder Conviction

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Philadelphia, PA – The Philadelphia District Attorney’s Office is challenging a recent ruling that overturned the murder conviction of William Franklin, who spent 44 years in prison. Franklin, now 77, was convicted in 1980 for a murder that occurred in 1976 in Philadelphia’s Brewerytown neighborhood. According to Franklin’s defense attorney, jailhouse informants falsely testified against him after being provided with drugs and sexual favors by detectives. The defense claims that these incentives led to the wrongful identification of Franklin as the murder suspect. Judge Tracy Brandeis-Roman of the Philadelphia Court of Common Pleas recently vacated … Read more

After 4 Decades, Philadelphia Man Wrongfully Convicted of Murder Finally Comes Home: Judge Vacates Conviction

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Philadelphia, PA – After enduring more than four decades in prison, a Philadelphia man is set to return home. On Wednesday, a judge ruled that he had been wrongfully convicted, concluding that he had fallen victim to corrupt police practices. The case of William Franklin has garnered attention due to the shocking revelation that his conviction was unjust. William Franklin’s family, who have been eagerly awaiting his release, spoke with NBC10 about the momentous decision. In 1980, Franklin was found guilty of murder in Philadelphia, but now, after the judge’s ruling that vacated his conviction, … Read more

Football Star Dani Alves Determined to Clear His Name, Vows to Appeal Rape Conviction

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SAO PAULO, Brazil – The lawyer of Brazilian football player, Dani Alves, has confirmed that Alves plans to appeal his recent conviction for rape. The experienced defender, who currently plays for the Sao Paulo Football Club, was found guilty of the crime earlier this week. This development comes as a shock to fans and supporters of the sports star. Alves’s lawyer expressed disagreement with the verdict, asserting that they will pursue an appeal, hoping to overturn the conviction. The lawyer emphasized the player’s commitment to proving his innocence and restoring his reputation. The details of … Read more

Rustburg Woman Found Guilty of Murdering 3-Month-Old, Faces Conviction

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LYNCHBURG, Virginia – A Rustburg woman has been found guilty of murdering her 3-month-old baby, according to a recent court ruling. Hallie Sutton, 20, was charged with felony child abuse and neglect, as well as felony murder. The court’s decision came after a trial that examined the tragic death of the infant in Campbell County on September 30, 2021. Sutton now faces the consequences of her actions, and the details of the case can be found here. In another legal development, Centra, a healthcare system in Lynchburg, Virginia, is filing a multi-million-dollar lawsuit against one … Read more