Alex Murdaugh case

Alex Murdaugh, currently serving two life sentences for the 2021 murders of his wife and son, is set to have his appeal heard by the South Carolina Supreme Court. His legal team argues that jury tampering by former Colleton County Clerk Becky Hill compromised his trial's integrity, alleging that she influenced jurors against him. Murdaugh's attorneys have filed a 47-page brief as they seek a new trial, emphasizing that Hill's actions, including private discussions with jurors, warrant reconsideration of his conviction. In addition to contesting his murder convictions, Murdaugh is also appealing a 40-year federal prison sentence for financial crimes, with his defense arguing it exceeds constitutional limits. Prosecutors maintain that the lengthy sentence serves as a safeguard should Murdaugh's appeal succeed. The appeals process is expected to be lengthy, as courts have yet to fully address the core issues raised by Murdaugh's defense team.