State Courts

Spears v. Antelope Mountain Resort, LLC - Idaho Supreme Court Opinion

The Idaho Supreme Court affirmed a lower court's decision in Spears v. Antelope Mountain Resort, LLC, ruling that a property owner may not be held civilly liable for the criminal acts of her grandson. The court found no duty to aid or protect the victim from the grandson's actions.

Vann Bragg v. State of Arkansas - Supreme Court Opinion

The Supreme Court of Arkansas affirmed a lower court's denial of a Rule 37 petition. The petition alleged ineffective assistance of trial counsel in the case of Vann Bragg, who was convicted of first-degree murder and battery. The court found no clear error in the lower court's decision.

State v. Roy Nichols, Jr. - Rape Shield Statute Scope

The Arkansas Supreme Court reversed a lower court's decision regarding the admissibility of evidence under the state's rape-shield statute in the case of State v. Roy Nichols, Jr. The court found that evidence of prior sexual conduct was not admissible in this instance, reversing the trial court's ruling.

Arkansas Access to Justice Commission Appointment

The Supreme Court of Arkansas has appointed Judge Thomas Potter to the Arkansas Access to Justice Commission for a three-year term. Deepali Lal and Kyle Burton were reappointed to the Board of Directors of the Arkansas Access to Justice Foundation, Inc. The court expressed gratitude to Judge Kim Bridgforth for her service.

Arkansas Access to Justice Commission Appointments

The Supreme Court of Arkansas has issued an opinion appointing Judge Thomas Potter to the Arkansas Access to Justice Commission for a three-year term. Additionally, Deepali Lal and Kyle Burton have been reappointed to the Board of Directors of the Arkansas Access to Justice Foundation, Inc. for three-year terms.

Bryan Norris v. Independence County - Election Dispute

The Supreme Court of Arkansas issued a dissenting opinion regarding the handling of an election dispute case involving Independence County. The dissent argues for expedited resolution of jurisdictional questions in election matters, citing federal court precedents for rapid decision-making.

State of Arizona v. Asalia Guadalupe Alvarez-Soto - Criminal Appeal

The Arizona Supreme Court issued an opinion in State of Arizona v. Asalia Guadalupe Alvarez-Soto, vacating and remanding the Court of Appeals' decision. The court addressed issues regarding the denial of a motion to suppress evidence found during a traffic stop and the appellate standard of review for video evidence.

Knight v. Fontes - Arizona Supreme Court Opinion

The Arizona Supreme Court issued an opinion in Knight v. Fontes, affirming the constitutionality of the retention election process for court of appeals judges as established by A.R.S. § 12-120.02. The court found no violation of the Free and Equal Elections Clause or the Equal Privileges and Immunities Clause of the Arizona Constitution.

State of Arizona v. hon.gordon/owen - Criminal Case Opinion

The Arizona Supreme Court issued an opinion in State of Arizona v. hon.gordon/owen, docket number CR-24-0064-PR, filed on December 12, 2025. The court reversed a lower court's decision regarding charges under an enhanced penalty statute for a traffic violation resulting in death.

State of Arizona v. Hon. marner/haniffa - Sentencing Enhancement Ruling

The Arizona Supreme Court ruled that a conviction for luring a minor for sexual exploitation can qualify for a Dangerous Crime Against Children sentencing enhancement, even if the "minor" victim is fictitious. The court reversed and remanded the case, vacating the Court of Appeals opinion.