US Courts

Stephen Sterling's Probation Revocation Appeal Denied

The Tennessee Court of Criminal Appeals affirmed the trial court's decision to reinstate Stephen David Sterling's original sentence after revoking his probation. Sterling had appealed the denial of his request to enter an intensive residential drug and alcohol treatment program.

Kortney Ball Appeal Petition Denied

The Tennessee Court of Criminal Appeals denied Kortney Ball's petition for accelerated interlocutory appeal. The petition sought review of the trial judge's order denying a motion to recuse. The court found the petition lacked merit and did not comply with procedural requirements.

United States v. Andrew Golobic - Criminal Appeal

The Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals affirmed the conviction and 144-month sentence of Andrew Golobic, a former ICE agent found guilty of federal crimes including coercion and obstruction of justice. The court recommended the opinion for publication.

Marvin Johnson v. David Bobby - Court Opinion

The Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals issued an opinion in Marvin Johnson v. David Bobby, concerning a federal habeas corpus petition. While the case was pending, the state court vacated Johnson's death sentence and resentenced him to life without parole, leading the parties to dispute jurisdiction. The court found it retained jurisdiction over remaining claims.

Hudgens v. Conover - Emergency Motion Granted

The Georgia Court of Appeals granted an emergency motion filed by Jordan D. Hudgens in the case of Hudgens v. Conover. The motion sought an extension of time to file an application for discretionary appeal from a trial court's order denying a motion for new trial in a divorce case.

Guerra v. Lewis - Case Remanded by Georgia Court of Appeals

The Georgia Court of Appeals has remanded the case of Guerra v. Lewis. The appellate court is reviewing the trial court's decision to grant a supersedeas bond of over $4 million and the subsequent handling of the appellant's affidavit of indigence. The court's order addresses procedural issues related to the appeal process and the determination of indigency.

Georgia Court of Appeals Grants Interlocutory Application

The Georgia Court of Appeals has granted an interlocutory application in the case of David Harper et al v. Selena Avery. The order directs the Appellant to file a Notice of Appeal within 10 days and instructs the Clerk of State Court to include the order in the record.

Ashley Brewer v. State - Application Denied

The Georgia Court of Appeals has denied an interlocutory application filed by Ashley Brewer in a case against the State. The court's order, dated March 19, 2026, formally denied the application, concluding the appellate review stage for this specific motion.

TA Locust Grove, LLC v. Shumate Mechanical, LLC - Interlocutory Application Denied

The Georgia Court of Appeals has denied an interlocutory application in the case of TA Locust Grove, LLC v. Shumate Mechanical, LLC. The court issued an order on March 19, 2026, denying the application for interlocutory appeal. This decision means the case will not proceed to an immediate appeal on the specific issue raised in the application.

Hobby v. Griffis - Discretionary Application Denied

The Georgia Court of Appeals denied a discretionary application in the case of Ronda E. Hobby v. Mark Griffis. The court issued its order on March 19, 2026, with docket number A26D0379. This denial signifies the conclusion of the appellate review process for this specific application.