Gray Media v. Comanche County Facilities Authority - Open Records Act Appeal

The Supreme Court of Oklahoma is reviewing an appeal concerning whether a detention center managed by a public trust qualifies as a "law enforcement agency" under the Oklahoma Open Records Act. The case involves a media group's request for video footage.

California Highway Patrol v. Diaz - Employment Dispute

The California Court of Appeal affirmed a lower court's decision to reduce a California Highway Patrol officer's termination to a one-year suspension for falsely claiming overtime. The court found the State Personnel Board did not abuse its discretion in modifying the penalty.

People v. Candler - California Court of Appeal Opinion

The California Court of Appeal affirmed a trial court's denial of Mark Anthony Candler's petition for resentencing under Penal Code section 1172.6. The court found Candler ineligible for relief as a matter of law, upholding his conviction for attempted murder and associated enhancements.

People v. Lopez - Resentencing Petition Denial

The California Court of Appeal affirmed the denial of a petition for resentencing under Penal Code section 1172.6. The court found the defendant ineligible for resentencing as a matter of law based on the record of conviction.

In re M.D. - Juvenile Court Law Appeal

The California Court of Appeal filed an opinion in the case of In re M.D., concerning a juvenile wardship based on forcible oral copulation. The appellant argued insufficient evidence and a potential defense, but the court affirmed the lower court's order. This non-precedential opinion addresses juvenile justice and criminal law.

People v. Godoy - Criminal Sentencing Appeal

The California Court of Appeal affirmed a trial court's decision not to recall and resentence Augustine Brady Godoy. The court reviewed the case under People v. Delgadillo and found no arguable issues, upholding the original sentence for second-degree murder.

People v. Vessels - Criminal Appeal

The California Court of Appeal, Third Appellate District, filed an opinion in the case of People v. Vessels. The court affirmed the judgment of the Butte County Superior Court, upholding the defendant's conviction and sentence for assault with a deadly weapon and battery on a peace officer.

People v. Martinez - Criminal Appeal

The California Court of Appeal modified a judgment in the case of People v. Martinez. The court struck a parole revocation restitution fine and corrected fee assessments, while otherwise affirming the conviction for murder and burglary with enhancements.

Brown v. Hall CA3 - Non-Precedential Opinion Affirming Trial Court

The California Court of Appeal, Third Appellate District, filed a non-precedential opinion in Brown v. Hall, affirming trial court decisions. The court found the appellant's briefs deficient and rejected pleas for relief, citing non-compliance with court rules.

Piltan v. Novell - Appeal Dismissed

The California Court of Appeal, Second Appellate District, Division Eight, filed an opinion in Piltan v. Novell on March 2, 2026. The court dismissed the appeal as premature due to a pending cross-complaint, citing California Rules of Court.