Arkansas Access to Justice Commission Appointment

The Supreme Court of Arkansas has appointed Judge Thomas Potter to the Arkansas Access to Justice Commission for a three-year term. Deepali Lal and Kyle Burton were reappointed to the Board of Directors of the Arkansas Access to Justice Foundation, Inc. The court expressed gratitude to Judge Kim Bridgforth for her service.

Arkansas Access to Justice Commission Appointments

The Supreme Court of Arkansas has issued an opinion appointing Judge Thomas Potter to the Arkansas Access to Justice Commission for a three-year term. Additionally, Deepali Lal and Kyle Burton have been reappointed to the Board of Directors of the Arkansas Access to Justice Foundation, Inc. for three-year terms.

Bryan Norris v. Independence County - Election Dispute

The Supreme Court of Arkansas issued a dissenting opinion regarding the handling of an election dispute case involving Independence County. The dissent argues for expedited resolution of jurisdictional questions in election matters, citing federal court precedents for rapid decision-making.

State of Arizona v. Asalia Guadalupe Alvarez-Soto - Criminal Appeal

The Arizona Supreme Court issued an opinion in State of Arizona v. Asalia Guadalupe Alvarez-Soto, vacating and remanding the Court of Appeals' decision. The court addressed issues regarding the denial of a motion to suppress evidence found during a traffic stop and the appellate standard of review for video evidence.

Knight v. Fontes - Arizona Supreme Court Opinion

The Arizona Supreme Court issued an opinion in Knight v. Fontes, affirming the constitutionality of the retention election process for court of appeals judges as established by A.R.S. § 12-120.02. The court found no violation of the Free and Equal Elections Clause or the Equal Privileges and Immunities Clause of the Arizona Constitution.

State of Arizona v. hon.gordon/owen - Criminal Case Opinion

The Arizona Supreme Court issued an opinion in State of Arizona v. hon.gordon/owen, docket number CR-24-0064-PR, filed on December 12, 2025. The court reversed a lower court's decision regarding charges under an enhanced penalty statute for a traffic violation resulting in death.

State of Arizona v. Hon. marner/haniffa - Sentencing Enhancement Ruling

The Arizona Supreme Court ruled that a conviction for luring a minor for sexual exploitation can qualify for a Dangerous Crime Against Children sentencing enhancement, even if the "minor" victim is fictitious. The court reversed and remanded the case, vacating the Court of Appeals opinion.

Arizona Supreme Court Opinion in Re: MH2023-004502

The Arizona Supreme Court issued an opinion in the case In Re: MH2023-004502, vacating a prior Court of Appeals opinion. The case concerns the legal process for involuntary mental health treatment in Arizona, referencing specific statutes related to court-ordered evaluations and treatment petitions.

Howard v. D.C. Employment Services - Workers' Compensation Appeal

The D.C. Court of Appeals affirmed a Compensation Review Board decision granting temporary total disability benefits to an employee for an occupational disease. The court found the employee's carpal tunnel syndrome led to her resignation and upheld the board's findings.

Jennings & Turner v. US - Court Opinion

The District of Columbia Court of Appeals affirmed some convictions for appellant Derek Brian Turner related to violent incidents but reversed accessory after the fact convictions for appellant Ronnika M. Jennings due to insufficient evidence. Both appellants' obstruction of justice convictions were vacated.