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Supreme Court to Review Murdaugh's Defense for Retrial

12/21/2025

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The South Carolina Supreme Court will hear arguments on February 11 as Alex Murdaugh's defense seeks a new trial.
The court will review a legal ruling from Murdaugh's 2023 murder trial.
The court will review an appeal regarding alleged jury tampering by Court Clerk Rebecca Hill, who pleaded guilty to misconduct.
The defense says these issues could warrant a retrial and emphasizes the integrity of the judicial system.

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Story summary

The South Carolina Supreme Court will hear arguments on February 11 as Alex Murdaugh's defense seeks a new trial.
The court will review a legal ruling from Murdaugh's 2023 murder trial.
The court will review an appeal regarding alleged jury tampering by Court Clerk Rebecca Hill, who pleaded guilty to misconduct.
The defense says these issues could warrant a retrial and emphasizes the integrity of the judicial system.