KY-COURTS

Plumlee v. Commonwealth of Kentucky - Affirming Probation Revocation

The Court of Appeals of Kentucky affirmed a lower court's decision to revoke Natalie Plumlee's probation and impose a sentence of imprisonment. The court found that the lower court acted within its discretion based on the evidence presented.

Cress v. Commonwealth of Kentucky - Affirming Probation Revocation

The Court of Appeals of Kentucky affirmed two orders revoking Daniel A. Cress's probation in cases 21-CR-00732 and 21-CR-00752. The appeals stemmed from probation revocation orders issued in April 2024.

Fain v. Commonwealth - Affirming Probation Administration Ruling

The Kentucky Court of Appeals affirmed a trial court's decision regarding the administration of a defendant's probation. The court ruled that the defendant must reside in Kentucky while on probation, despite also being subject to home placement in Ohio, and extended his probation by two years.

Brian Ferguson v. Commonwealth of Kentucky - Affirming Sentence Denial

The Kentucky Court of Appeals affirmed the Graves Circuit Court's denial of Brian Ferguson's motions to amend his sentence. The court found no error in the denial of Ferguson's RCr 111.42 and CR2 60.02 motions related to his 2008 conviction and subsequent sentence.

Christine Nicole Falconite v. Shed Wise, LLC - Workers' Compensation Appeal

The Kentucky Supreme Court affirmed a decision that Christine Nicole Falconite was an independent contractor, not an employee, of Shed Wise, LLC. The court's memorandum opinion designated the decision as non-precedential.

Kentucky Supreme Court Opinion: AG v. Council for Better Education

The Kentucky Supreme Court issued an opinion affirming a lower court's decision in the case of Attorney General Russell Coleman v. Council for Better Education, Inc. The ruling addresses the constitutional mandate for education funding in Kentucky, referencing historical precedents and the fundamental right to education.

James Blakemore v. Commonwealth of Kentucky - Criminal Appeal

The Kentucky Supreme Court affirmed a lower court's decision denying James Blakemore's motion to withdraw his guilty plea. The court found the plea was entered knowingly and voluntarily, and that claims of ineffective assistance of counsel were unsubstantiated by the record. The opinion is designated as non-precedential.

Wayne M. Haggard v. Commonwealth of Kentucky - Affirming Murder Conviction

The Kentucky Supreme Court affirmed the conviction of Wayne M. Haggard for Murder, who was sentenced to twenty-eight years of incarceration. This memorandum opinion is designated as non-precedential and cannot be cited as binding precedent.

Thomas R. Moore v. Commonwealth of Kentucky - Criminal Appeal

The Kentucky Supreme Court issued a modified opinion affirming the resentencing of Thomas R. Moore to 20 years imprisonment. The court addressed whether Moore was competent for resentencing and if the trial court erred in its sentencing decision, ultimately affirming the lower court's ruling.

Sullivan v. Flanagan - Opinion Affirming Protective Order

The Kentucky Court of Appeals affirmed a lower court's decision to grant an Interpersonal Protective Order (IPO) against Dawn Sullivan based on stalking allegations. The opinion was issued on February 27, 2026, under docket number 2025-CA-1247.