Alex Murdaugh's Sentencing and Appeal for New Trial
Former Assistant District Attorney Phil Holloway discusses Alex Murdaugh's sentencing and the appeal for a new trial. Murdaugh's lawyers claim jury tampering against Colleton County Court Clerk Becky Hill. Justice Toal denied a retrial citing serious juror commitment. Murdaugh is currently serving two life sentences for murder and 40 years for financial crimes.
Key Points
- Murdaugh is currently serving two consecutive life sentences for murder
- Hill resigned following the allegations of jury tampering
- Griffin uncertain about the portion of the 40-year sentence Murdaugh will serve
Pros
- Justice Toal found no need for a new trial
- Majority of jurors stated Hill did not influence their decision
- Murdaugh sentenced to 40 years for financial crimes
Cons
- Allegations of jury tampering against Becky Hill
- Ongoing investigations against Hill by South Carolina authorities
- Uncertainty about how much of the 40-year sentence Murdaugh will serve