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Georgia Judge Pauses Execution to Review Parole Board Conflicts

The court froze the case to resolve conflict-of-interest claims involving parole board members before any clemency hearing occurs.

Simon Defense Files Amended New-Trial Motion as Judge Sets January Hearing

Massachusetts High Court Bars Substitute Lab Testimony, Overturns Conviction Under New Confrontation Rule