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ABOUT THE COALITION
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AMPLIFY — Provide accessible, factual information about due process, legal rights, and media literacy so people can engage thoughtfully and ask critical questions.
EDUCATE — Stand up for misrepresented individuals, families, and communities, ensuring their voices are heard.
ADVOCATE — Uphold the right to fair treatment and due process for the people and communities impacted.
CASE FILINGS
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MOTION · JUL 7, 2026
Defendant’s Motion for New Trial
Argues for a new trial based on public-trial rights, character evidence, and jury-instruction issues.
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MOTION · JUL 7, 2026
Defendant’s Verified Motion to Recuse
Asks Judge John Roach to recuse himself or refer the matter to a neutral judge.
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MOTION · JUN 22, 2026
Defendant’s Motion to Substitute Counsel
Requests substitution of a pro bono appellate legal team led by Russell Wilson II.
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APPEAL PROCESS TIMELINE
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1
Sentencing and notice of appeal
These are treated as completed public timeline points and formally begin the appeal path.
2
Court record is prepared
Transcripts, filings, orders, and exhibits are organized so the appellate court can review the case.
3
Briefing schedule is set
The court sets deadlines for written arguments. Those deadlines can move if the court grants extensions.
4
Briefs and responses are filed
The defense files written arguments; the State may respond; replies may follow under the court’s rules.
5
Court review and possible ruling
The court may request more information, hold argument, issue orders, or release a decision when review is complete.
What the coalition will do
We’ll track confirmed dates, explain each filing, and avoid predicting outcomes before the court acts.
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