US Courts

State v. Craig - Suppression of Evidence

The Kansas Supreme Court clarified the definition of "suppressing evidence" for interlocutory appeals, holding that an order denying a late witness endorsement can qualify if it substantially impairs the State's ability to prosecute. The Court reversed a lower appellate court's decision, affirming the district court's discretion in denying the State's belated motion to endorse witnesses.

State v. Lopez - Kansas Supreme Court Opinion

The Kansas Supreme Court affirmed a district court's decision denying a defendant's motion to depart from a mandatory life sentence for first-degree murder. The court clarified the standards for reviewing departure motions and the definitions of substantial and compelling reasons for sentence modification.

State v. Bey - Criminal Law

The Kansas Supreme Court affirmed a conviction for first-degree premeditated murder and criminal possession of a firearm in State v. Bey. The court found that the victim's out-of-court statements regarding abuse and threats were admissible under the necessity exception to hearsay rules and as evidence of motive and intent.

State v. Evans - Criminal History Classification

The Kansas Supreme Court reversed a lower court's decision regarding the classification of an out-of-state conviction for criminal history purposes. The court held that a Nevada robbery conviction under the specified statute must be classified as a nonperson felony, impacting the defendant's sentencing.

In re Stewart - Attorney Discipline

The Kansas Supreme Court issued a published censure against attorney Shawn E. Stewart for violating professional conduct rules. Stewart stipulated to engaging in conduct involving dishonesty, fraud, deceit, or misrepresentation by misrepresenting his income to the Kansas Department of Revenue.

In re Common-Law Marriage of Kelley - Kansas Supreme Court

The Kansas Supreme Court affirmed a district court's determination of a common-law marital relationship between Edwin W. Kelley and Mary V. Kelley. The court reviewed the essential elements required to establish a common-law marriage in Kansas, including capacity, a present marriage agreement, and public holding out as husband and wife.

Kansas Supreme Court Disbars Carolyn Sue Edwards

The Kansas Supreme Court has disbarred Carolyn Sue Edwards, revoking her license to practice law in Kansas. This action follows Edwards' voluntary surrender of her license after a previous suspension for violating professional conduct rules. The court assessed costs of the proceeding to Edwards.

Kansas Law License Reinstatement for Ronald Schneider

The Kansas Supreme Court has reinstated Ronald Schneider's law license to active status after it was transferred to disabled status on June 20, 2023. The court accepted the Office of the Disciplinary Administrator's recommendation following Schneider's petition for reinstatement.

WHB 2312 v. Uber Technologies - Product Liability Case Filing

A new civil case, WHB 2312 v. Uber Technologies, Inc. et al., has been filed in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California. The case is classified as a Personal Injury Product Liability action and was filed on March 20, 2026.

Theodore Stanley Landry v. Janelle Nicole Landry - Divorce Case Appeal

The Texas Supreme Court reversed a prior judgment by the court of appeals in the divorce case of Theodore Stanley Landry v. Janelle Nicole Landry. The court found that the appeals court erred in its previous rulings regarding the classification of investment accounts as separate property.