Oklahoma Court of Criminal Appeals Revises Rule 1.7

The Oklahoma Court of Criminal Appeals has revised Rule 1.7 to update the correct and current address for the Clerk of the Court. This amendment, effective March 9, 2026, ensures communications are directed to the appropriate physical and mailing addresses.

NIH Notice: Expiration of PAR-25-326 Ultra-Rare Gene Therapy Network Access

The National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS) issued a notice announcing the immediate expiration of Funding Opportunity Announcement PAR-25-326 for Ultra-Rare Gene-based Therapy (URGenT) Network Resource Access. No further applications will be accepted under this announcement.

United States v. Gregory Kilgore, III - Sixth Circuit Opinion

The Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals affirmed the district court's denial of Gregory Kilgore III's motions to suppress incriminating statements and evidence. Kilgore appealed after pleading guilty to drug and gun crimes.

Scot Gaither v. Tim Lane - Sixth Circuit Opinion

The Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals affirmed a district court's denial of Scot Gaither's federal habeas petition. The court found that Gaither waived his right to counsel on direct appeal and procedurally defaulted on his claim of ineffective trial counsel. The opinion was filed on March 12, 2026.

United States v. Wydell Dixon - Appeal of Felon in Possession Conviction

The Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals affirmed the district court's decision regarding Wydell Dixon's sentence reduction motion. Dixon, convicted of being a felon in possession of a firearm, sought a reduction based on an amendment to the Sentencing Guidelines, but his sentence was upheld.

Arateco-Munoz v. Bondi - Immigration Appeals

The Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals denied a petition for review in Diego Arateco-Munoz v. Pamela Bondi. The petitioner sought review of a Board of Immigration Appeals order affirming the denial of his application for post-conclusion voluntary departure, arguing his convictions for driving while intoxicated were improperly considered.

Shepler's Inc. v. City of Mackinac Island - Ferry Regulation Dispute

The Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals partially affirmed and partially vacated a district court's injunction in a dispute between ferry companies and the City of Mackinac Island. The court allowed the City to regulate ferry rates and other aspects of transportation but not parking.

United States v. Elijah Chappell - Court of Appeals Opinion

The Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals affirmed the conviction of Elijah Chappell for unlawful possession of a firearm. The court found no error in the trial proceedings, conviction, or sentence of 120 months imprisonment.

Pamela Lowrance v. CoreCivic, Inc. - Sixth Circuit Non-Precedential Opinion

The Sixth Circuit affirmed a district court's dismissal of a lawsuit against CoreCivic, Inc. and others regarding the alleged inadequate medical care of an incarcerated individual. The court found no federal claim was stated and declined supplemental jurisdiction over state law claims.

Michael Shaut v. CIR - Tax Court Appeal

The Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals affirmed a Tax Court decision sustaining an income tax deficiency determination against Michael Shaut. The case involved deductions claimed for business expenses, theft loss, and net operating losses related to the fallout from the fraud prosecution of Downing Investment Partners' officers.