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Michael Sanft, Defense Lawyer for Duane “Keffe D” Davis, Dies at 55

His death removes the lead counsel who filed Davis’s appeal and leaves appellate representation and looming deadlines unresolved.

T. Cullen Davis Dies at 93 After High‑Profile 1970s Murder Trials

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Menendez Brothers Face Legal Setback in Bid for New Trial

Selena’s Killer Yolanda Saldívar Enters Parole Review Process After 30 Years

Menendez Brothers' Parole Hopes in Limbo as New DA Takes Charge

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