Sentencing

Nassau County Jury Selection for Patrick McDowell’s Sentencing Trial Sets Stage for Life or Death Decision

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Nassau County, Florida – The sentencing trial of Patrick McDowell continues in Nassau County as jury selection resumes. Once a jury is selected, these individuals will determine whether McDowell should be sentenced to death or receive a life sentence for the killing of Nassau County Deputy Joshua Moyers. McDowell had previously pleaded guilty to shooting Deputy Moyers during a traffic stop in September 2021, which tragically resulted in Moyers’ death a few days later. Now, the focus is on finding the appropriate jury to make the final decision. Jury selection began on Friday and is … Read more

Disgraced Attorney Faces Sentencing for Financial Crimes and Double Murder Convictions

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HAMPTON COUNTY, South Carolina – After a tumultuous legal career marred by shocking crimes and deceit, Alex Murdaugh, the disbarred attorney, is set to face his sentencing in federal court. Dressed in a prison jumpsuit and shackles, Murdaugh awaits judgement for stealing from clients and his own law firm. While already serving a lifetime sentence without parole for the murder of his wife and son, this sentencing adds another layer of punishment to his sordid story. According to a report by federal agents, Murdaugh could potentially face a prison term of 17 to 22 years. … Read more

Disgraced Lawyer Alex Murdaugh Set to Face Sentencing for Financial Crimes Amidst Murder Convictions

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Hampton, South Carolina – Former lawyer Alex Murdaugh is set to be sentenced in federal court on Monday for stealing from clients and his law firm. Murdaugh is already serving a life sentence without parole for the murder of his wife and son. Federal agents have recommended a prison sentence of 17 to 22 years for additional charges. These charges are in addition to the 27-year prison sentence Murdaugh received for financial crimes in state court, which he will have to serve if his murder convictions are overturned on appeal. The plea deal includes a … Read more

Convicted Murderer’s Jailhouse Phone Calls Spark Controversy, Delay Sentencing

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Los Angeles, California – A judge has ruled that convicted murderer Rebecca Grossman’s actions in jail, including recorded telephone calls instructing her family to release sealed evidence and influence witnesses, were a result of her naivety rather than witness tampering. As a result, her sentencing has been delayed by two additional months. Grossman has been awaiting sentencing since her conviction on February 23 for second-degree murder in the deaths of two brothers who were struck and killed in a crosswalk in September 2020. Prosecutors had sought to have Grossman’s privileges revoked, but the judge refused, … Read more