Alex Murdaugh
Coverage of Alex Murdaugh in the Nexus archive.
- Alex Murdaugh retrial could be coming to York or Lancaster counties
Judge Deborah McCaslin moved Alex Murdaugh's retrial out of the 14th Judicial Circuit starting April 5, 2027, citing intense bias within the Lowcountry community. While defense attorneys have sought Charleston County, Attorney General Charlie Condon stated that York County might be more appropriate due to population size and cost considerations.
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- Alex Murdaugh makes 'explosive' bid to blow up murder case hinging on DNA, dirty money and lies: expert
Alex Murdaugh is scheduled for a pretrial hearing regarding his retrial for the deaths of Maggie and Paul in 2021. His defense plans include efforts to dismiss the murder indictments or limit the evidence presented during the second trial. Experts note that this new legal landscape involves determining how much financial crime evidence and prior testimony can be presented to a new jury.
- Judge tosses Alex Murdaugh's lawsuit against former Colleton County clerk Becky Hill in double murder trial
A federal judge dismissed Alex Murdaugh's civil lawsuit targeting Becky Hill, a former Colleton County clerk. The action followed details concerning how that clerk’s jury interference contributed to the overturning of Murdaugh's double murder conviction.
- Judge tosses Alex Murdaugh's lawsuit against former Colleton County clerk Becky Hill in double murder trial
A federal judge threw out Alex Murdaugh's civil lawsuit against Becky Hill, a former Colleton County clerk. The lawsuit was related to a double murder trial where jury interference led to Murdaugh’s conviction being overturned.
- Judge tosses Alex Murdaugh's lawsuit against former Colleton County clerk Becky Hill in double murder trial
A federal judge tossed Alex Murdaugh's civil lawsuit against Becky Hill, a former Colleton County clerk. The suit was related to her jury interference during the double murder trial proceedings. This interference was cited as contributing to the overturning of his double murder conviction.
- Judge tosses Alex Murdaugh's lawsuit against former Colleton County clerk Becky Hill in double murder trial
A federal judge threw out Alex Murdaugh's civil lawsuit. The suit was filed against former Colleton County clerk Becky Hill following allegations of jury interference during a double murder trial. This legal action occurred after Mr. Murdaugh’s double murder conviction was overturned.
- Federal judge won't make disgraced clerk pay Alex Murdaugh's $600,000 in legal fees for 1st trial
A federal judge dismissed Alex Murdaugh's lawsuit against Becky Hill, a former court clerk, for $600,000 in legal fees from his first trial. The judge ruled there was no causal connection between Hill's misconduct and the legal costs, as she did not initiate the charges against Murdaugh. His murder convictions were overturned earlier this year due to Hill's actions, but his retrial is scheduled for April 2027.
- Judge unloads $176K penalty on Alex Murdaugh podcaster after she refused to comply with subpoena
A South Carolina judge imposed a $176,000 penalty on podcaster Mandy Matney after she refused to comply with a subpoena. The court hearing involved leaked photos of Mallory Beach's dead body.
- Alex Murdaugh trial court clerk who sensationally upended his murder conviction breaks silence
A trial court clerk involved in the Alex Murdaugh murder conviction case has broken silence after sensationally upending his conviction. The clerk's actions have drawn attention to the legal proceedings surrounding Murdaugh's case.
- Alex Murdaugh seeking DNA dream team behind Bryan Kohberger case to help rewrite murder trial
Alex Murdaugh is seeking assistance from Othram, a lab that identified Bryan Kohberger and solved the Lady of the Dunes cold case, to analyze DNA evidence in his murder trial.
- Murdaugh wants Idaho murders DNA dream team behind Kohberger case to help rewrite second murder trial
Alex Murdaugh's attorneys are requesting independent DNA testing by Othram Inc. on evidence from Maggie Murdaugh's fingernails to support his defense in a retrial. Prosecutors argue prior testing by South Carolina's law enforcement showed only partial DNA profiles. Othram has previously assisted in high-profile cases like the Idaho student murders and Rachel Morin's killing.
- Buster Murdaugh names his baby after 'psychopath' dad Alex in jaw-dropping tribute to accused killer: See his new life as he attempts fresh start as family patriarch
Buster Murdaugh named his child after his father Alex, who is described as a 'psychopath' and accused killer. The article highlights this tribute as part of Murdaugh's attempt to start anew as a family patriarch.
- Alex Murdaugh faces state pushback on Maggie DNA testing and prison laptop request
South Carolina prosecutors oppose Alex Murdaugh's requests for independent DNA testing on Maggie Murdaugh's fingernail clippings and electronic access to case materials during his retrial. The defense seeks a retrial after the state Supreme Court overturned his murder convictions due to jury taint from a clerk's conduct.
- I sat feet away from Alex Murdaugh... what I saw has me convinced this retrial is about to explode in chaos
The article claims the author sat near Alex Murdaugh and believes the retrial will erupt into chaos. The author's proximity to Murdaugh and their conviction about the trial's instability are highlighted.
- Alex Murdaugh's retrial on murder charges set for April 2027
Alex Murdaugh's retrial on murder charges is set for April 5, 2027, following the South Carolina Supreme Court overturning his convictions. The court hearing outlined procedural timelines, and Murdaugh, serving multiple prison sentences, appeared in an orange jumpsuit with restraints. Prosecutors allege he killed his wife and son to gain sympathy for his financial crimes.
- Alex Murdaugh returns to US court for murder retrial hearing as true-crime saga continues
Alex Murdaugh appeared at a pretrial hearing for his murder retrial after his convictions were overturned by the South Carolina Supreme Court. A new judge set the retrial to begin on April 5 and established deadlines for pretrial procedures.
- A timeline of events in the cases against Alex Murdaugh
A judge set April 5 as the start date for Alex Murdaugh's retrial on two murder counts related to the deaths of his wife and son. The South Carolina Supreme Court overturned his previous murder convictions due to a court clerk's actions during the trial. Murdaugh remains imprisoned on federal charges for stealing millions from clients.
- Alex Murdaugh returns to court for murders of his wife and son — as judge sets date for new trial
Alex Murdaugh was in court as a judge set a new trial for next year following the overturning of his double murder conviction. The case involves the murders of his wife and son.
- Alex Murdaugh's true crime saga continues as he's back in court for hearing on his murder retrial
Alex Murdaugh returned to court for a pretrial hearing on his retrial for allegedly murdering his wife and son. The South Carolina Supreme Court overturned his previous murder convictions, and the retrial is set for April 5. The hearing addressed evidence exchange deadlines and his prison attire during proceedings.
- Alex Murdaugh’s Murder Retrial Tentatively Set for April 2027
Alex Murdaugh's murder retrial is tentatively scheduled for April 2027. A judicial hearing was held on Monday in Lexington, S.C.
- Alex Murdaugh's murder retrial begins with scheduling hearing
Alex Murdaugh's murder retrial begins with a scheduling hearing. He was convicted in 2023 of killing his wife and son.
- Alex Murdaugh heads to court for hearing on murder retrial
Alex Murdaugh attended a pretrial hearing for his murder retrial, following the overturning of his life sentence by the South Carolina Supreme Court. The hearing aimed to set deadlines for evidence exchange and trial dates, with media and true crime observers present. Murdaugh’s defense requested changes to his courtroom appearance and a venue shift for the next trial.
- Alex Murdaugh's true crime saga continues as he heads to court for hearing on murder retrial
Alex Murdaugh appears in court for a pretrial hearing on his murder retrial after his convictions were overturned by the South Carolina Supreme Court. The hearing focuses on setting deadlines and trial dates, while his defense requests to wear civilian clothes, use a laptop for evidence review, and test DNA found under his wife's fingernails. The defense also seeks to move the trial out of Colleton County.
- Monday hearing to address Alex Murdaugh retrial and motions
A Monday hearing in Lexington County, S.C., will address scheduling for Alex Murdaugh's retrial and new defense motions, including requests for additional DNA testing and access to a laptop. Attorneys will discuss these motions during the hearing.
- Alex Murdaugh’s true crime saga continues as he heads to court for hearing on murder retrial
Alex Murdaugh appears in court for a pretrial hearing regarding his murder retrial after his convictions were overturned by the South Carolina Supreme Court. The hearing aims to set deadlines for evidence exchange and trial dates, with Murdaugh’s lawyers requesting he wear civilian clothes and avoid shackles during proceedings.
- Alex Murdaugh back in court after South Carolina Supreme Court overturned double murder conviction
Alex Murdaugh is back in court for the first time since the South Carolina Supreme Court overturned his double murder conviction. The court proceeding occurred on Monday.
- Alex Murdaugh back in court after South Carolina Supreme Court overturned double murder conviction
Alex Murdaugh is back in court for the first time since the South Carolina Supreme Court overturned his double murder conviction. The court hearing marks a new phase in his legal case following the conviction reversal.
- Alex Murdaugh back in court after South Carolina Supreme Court overturned double murder conviction
Alex Murdaugh is back in court for the first time since the South Carolina Supreme Court overturned his double murder conviction. The court proceedings resumed following the reversal of his conviction.
- Alex Murdaugh back in court after South Carolina Supreme Court overturned double murder conviction
Alex Murdaugh is back in court after the South Carolina Supreme Court overturned his double murder conviction. He appeared in court for the first time since this decision.
- Alex Murdaugh returns to court as defense argues for retrial move after clerk scandal poisoned jury pool
Alex Murdaugh is set to return to court for a procedural hearing related to his potential retrial after his murder convictions were overturned due to misconduct by a clerk of court. His defense argues for a venue change, claiming the case's notoriety and prior legal issues prevent a fair retrial.
- Alex Murdaugh’s true crime saga continues as he heads to court for hearing on murder retrial
Alex Murdaugh's murder convictions for killing his wife and son were overturned by the South Carolina Supreme Court, leading to a retrial hearing to set trial dates. His lawyers seek to have him wear civilian clothes and avoid shackles, while also requesting DNA testing and a trial location outside Colleton County. Murdaugh denies the murders but has admitted to other crimes including theft and fraud.
- Alex Murdaugh’s true crime saga continues as he heads to court for hearing on murder retrial
Alex Murdaugh's retrial on murder charges related to the killings of his wife and son begins with a pretrial hearing. The case is part of a true crime saga as the legal proceedings continue.
- Alex Murdaugh's true crime saga continues as he heads to court for hearing on murder retrial
Alex Murdaugh will attend a pretrial hearing for his murder retrial after his convictions were overturned by the South Carolina Supreme Court. The hearing aims to set deadlines and trial dates, while his lawyers request he wear civilian clothes and use a prison laptop for evidence review. The court also addressed concerns about jury instructions during his first trial that influenced jurors.
- Alex Murdaugh's true crime saga continues as he heads to court for hearing on murder retrial
Alex Murdaugh will attend a pretrial hearing for his murder retrial after his convictions for killing his wife and son were overturned. The hearing aims to set procedural deadlines, and his defense has requested to wear civilian clothing and test DNA evidence found under his wife’s fingernails.
- Alex Murdaugh is ‘not special’ enough to appear in court without shackles, prosecutors rage
Prosecutors opposed Alex Murdaugh's request to appear in court without shackles, stating he 'thinks he is special' but is not. They argued against his bid to wear civilian clothes and avoid restraints during court proceedings.
- Alex Murdaugh’s attorneys request change of venue for retrial
Alex Murdaugh’s attorneys have requested a change of venue for his retrial, seeking to move the case out of Colleton County. They also asked prosecutors to provide DNA evidence for the retrial.
- Disgraced Murdaugh trial clerk who helped blow up murder conviction claims protection from payback lawsuit
A former court clerk involved in overturning Alex Murdaugh's murder conviction is seeking dismissal of his $600,000 lawsuit, citing immunity protections. Murdaugh claims he spent the money on his defense, while the clerk's lawyers argue he would have incurred the costs regardless of her alleged conduct.
- Court date set for Alex Murdaugh retrial
Alex Murdaugh's retrial has been scheduled for June 29 after a new trial was granted in May. He was convicted in March 2023 of murdering his wife, Margaret, and son, Paul, at the family's Colleton County property.
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South Carolina’s lieutenant governor and attorney general will compete in a Republican gubernatorial runoff after neither secured a majority in the primary. President Donald Trump endorsed Lieutenant Governor Pamela Evette, who received 30% of the vote, while Attorney General Alan Wilson trailed with 26%. A Democratic candidate aims to challenge the Republican winner in the general election.