Appeals court probes when a driver can be held liable for co‑perpetrators’ shooting A split of authorities was central to argument in a homicide appeal: defense counsel said the driver lacked preexisting knowledge and intent; the Commonwealth urged appellate rulings allow imputing knowledge where the driver remains present, shell casings were in the car and conduct suggests facilitation.

The appeal raises a critical question: Can a driver be convicted of murder if they were unaware of the shooting plan, or does the evidence suggest they were complicit?

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Appellate panel hears challenge to eyewitness 'threat' question and 11‑month sentence in Earl Manny case At oral argument, counsel for appellant Earl Manny said a prosecutor’s question that a witness describe conduct 'as a threat' improperly injected lay opinion and shifted the jury’s perspective; the state argued the witness’s 'I didn't see any threat' remark was perception‑based and that sentencing fell within the trial court’s discretion. The court recessed to Dec. 18.

A pivotal appellate hearing questions whether an eyewitness's testimony tainted the manslaughter conviction of 87-year-old Earl Manny, sparking a debate over opinion versus observation.

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Prosecutor Emphasizes Victim Care Amid Evidence Collection Challenges Prosecutor highlights balancing swift evidence gathering with victim healing in sensitive cases.

The Utah Senate Judiciary Committee is tackling the tough balance between swift evidence collection and the essential healing of victims in criminal cases.

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Court confirms victim's testimony on childhood abuse before key incident with stepfather Jury hears evidence supporting victim's credibility in trial against defendant for childhood abuse.

In a groundbreaking trial, the court shines a light on the harrowing journey of a victim whose delayed disclosures of childhood abuse reveal the complexities of seeking justice against the odds.

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Court hears arguments on admission of prior bad acts in domestic violence case Defense and prosecution debate relevance of prior bad acts in jury's verdict impact.

The Massachusetts court faces a critical decision on whether past incidents can sway a jury in a high-stakes domestic violence case, raising questions that could redefine legal standards.

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