State Courts

Mizell v. Coggins - Protective Order Appeal Dismissed

The Texas Court of Appeals, 10th District, has dismissed the appeal in Kristina Mizell v. Terri Anne Coggins. The dismissal is due to the appellant's failure to file a required docketing statement by the court-imposed deadlines. This action pertains to a protective order case.

Cleve Wells v. Dustin Lee Chestnut - Landlord & Tenant Case Dismissed

The Texas Court of Appeals, 10th District (Waco) has dismissed the appeal in Cleve Wells v. Dustin Lee Chestnut, case number 10-25-00454-CV. The dismissal is for want of prosecution and failure to follow a directive of the Clerk of the Court.

Kenneth Wayne Hall v. the State of Texas - Possession of Firearm by Felon

The Texas Court of Appeals affirmed a ruling against Kenneth Wayne Hall, who was convicted of aggravated assault with a deadly weapon and unlawful possession of a firearm by a felon. The court found that Hall's complaint regarding impeachment of a witness was not preserved for appellate review.

Swisher v. State of Texas - Writ of Mandamus/Prohibition

The Texas Court of Appeals, 10th District, has dismissed an application for a writ of habeas corpus filed by Bryan Lacy Swisher. The court found it lacked jurisdiction to hear the case, as such jurisdiction rests with the Court of Criminal Appeals or lower courts.

Benson v. State of Texas - Criminal Appeal Dismissal

The Texas Court of Appeals, 10th District, has dismissed the criminal appeal of Akylon Kyle Benson. The dismissal is based on the trial court's certification indicating the defendant had no right of appeal following a plea bargain. The court issued its opinion on March 12, 2026.

Milton Coster Hill v. State of Texas - Sex Offense Case

The Texas Court of Appeals, 10th District, issued an opinion affirming a conviction in the case of Milton Coster Hill v. The State of Texas. The court addressed issues including the denial of a motion to recuse the trial judge, alleged judicial bias, and constitutional challenges to a sex offense statute. The disposition was affirmed.

Keandre Foley v. State of Texas - Failure to Stop & Render Aid

The Texas Court of Appeals affirmed the conviction of Keandre Foley for failing to stop and render aid. Foley was sentenced to 12 years in prison for the second-degree felony.

Waco v. Holland - Plea to Jurisdiction Reversed

The Texas Court of Appeals reversed and rendered a trial court's decision, granting the City of Waco's plea to the jurisdiction. The court dismissed the appellees' claims against the City, finding that the trial court lacked jurisdiction.

Emery v. Khumo Developments - Forcible Entry and Detainer Action

The Colorado Court of Appeals affirmed a district court's judgment in a forcible entry and detainer action, ruling in favor of Khumo Developments LLC. The court found that Kendal R. Emery unlawfully detained the property after a foreclosure sale. The opinion addresses Emery's procedural arguments on appeal.

People v. Thiam - Probation Revocation Appeal

The Colorado Court of Appeals affirmed the district court's orders revoking Abou Thiam's probation in three separate cases. The revocation was based on new criminal charges, positive drug tests, and failure to comply with counseling and payment requirements.