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Montana Supreme Court Affirms Marriage of Murphy Case

The Montana Supreme Court affirmed a lower court's decision in the Marriage of Murphy case. The court upheld the denial of a petition to modify a parenting plan, finding insufficient evidence to demonstrate a threat to the child's safety.

State v. J. Standifur - Criminal Possession Appeal

The Montana Supreme Court affirmed a lower court's decision in State v. J. Standifur, ruling that double jeopardy protections did not bar the continued prosecution of a drug possession charge after the defendant pleaded guilty to other related offenses. The court addressed whether statutory double-jeopardy protections apply when a defendant pleads guilty to some counts in a single proceeding.

State v. K. Sandberg - Criminal Appeal

The Montana Supreme Court reversed and remanded the convictions of Kevin Wesley Sandberg for sexual intercourse without consent, aggravated kidnapping, and robbery. The court found that the pervasive use of the term 'victim' and the admission of certain character evidence may have deprived Sandberg of a fair trial. The case is remanded for further proceedings.

State v. C. Roope - Criminal Appeal

The Montana Supreme Court affirmed the conviction of Christopher Paul Roope for multiple felony offenses, including Partner or Family Member Assault and Tampering with Witnesses. The court's decision was issued as a non-precedential memorandum opinion.

K. Briggs v. State - Direct Appeal

The Montana Supreme Court affirmed the Gallatin County District Court's denial of postconviction relief for Kevin Anthony Briggs. The appeal concerned allegations of ineffective assistance of counsel regarding trial and appellate representation.

State v. A. Walton - Direct Appeal

The Montana Supreme Court affirmed the conviction of Amanda Sharyce Walton on charges including sexual abuse of children and incest. The court found no error in the admission of prior bad acts evidence or expert testimony. The opinion is designated as non-precedential.

State v. Rayner - Ohio Court of Appeals Opinion

The Ohio Court of Appeals is reviewing a trial court's decision to suppress evidence against Melissa Rayner, arrested for OVI. The State argues the trial court erred in granting the motion to suppress, contending the officer had reasonable suspicion for field sobriety tests.

State v. Smith - Texting While Driving Conviction

The Ohio Court of Appeals affirmed the conviction of Justin Smith for prohibited use of an electronic device while driving. The court found sufficient evidence that Smith was manipulating his cell phone while operating his vehicle, upholding the lower court's decision.

In re J.L. - Termination of Parental Rights

The Ohio Court of Appeals affirmed a lower court's decision terminating parental rights and granting permanent custody of a child to Stark County Job and Family Services. The father appealed the decision, citing concerns about his criminal history and failure to meet case plan requirements.

State ex rel. Holloman v. Schuck - Writ of Prohibition

The Ohio Court of Appeals dismissed a writ of prohibition filed by Martin L. Holloman against Judge James P. Schuck. The court found that Holloman failed to state a claim upon which relief could be granted, and the underlying case involved the withdrawal of guilty pleas and subsequent retrial.