Carly Gregg murder conviction appeal
Carly Gregg's attorneys argued before the Mississippi Supreme Court on May 27, 2026, that her life sentence for murder and attempted murder is unconstitutional for a minor, violating U.S. Supreme Court precedent and Mississippi law. As of May 27, 2026, Gregg, convicted in September 2024 for crimes committed when she was 14, is appealing her conviction and sentence. Her defense also cites alleged Fifth and Sixth Amendment violations, prosecutorial misconduct, and improper jury instructions, including those related to juvenile parole and her insanity defense. The appeal seeks a new trial or sentencing, arguing the trial was unfair due to excluded witnesses and restricted testimony.
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May 2026 — 1 developments
Carly Gregg's attorneys argue minor's life sentence is unconstitutional
Carly Gregg's attorneys argued before the Mississippi Supreme Court on May 27, 2026, that her life sentence for murder and attempted murder is unconstitutional for a minor. The defense contends the sentence violates U.S. Supreme Court precedent and Mississippi law regarding mandatory life sentences for juveniles. Gregg was convicted in September 2024 for crimes committed when she was 14.
April 2026 — 3 developments
Carly Gregg's murder conviction appeal arguments detailed in new reports
Carly Gregg's defense team is arguing in her appeal to the Mississippi Supreme Court that the trial was unfair due to excluded witnesses, restricted testimony, and improper jury instructions regarding juvenile parole. They also contend that the life sentence for attempted murder is unconstitutional for a juvenile and that the prosecution made prejudicial comments.
Carly Gregg's defense appeals murder conviction citing Fifth and Sixth Amendment violations
Carly Gregg's defense team is appealing her murder conviction, citing alleged violations of her Fifth and Sixth Amendment rights due to compelled psychiatric examinations before the insanity defense was presented. The appeal also highlights claims of prosecutorial misconduct, errors in jury instructions and sentencing, and the denial of continuances, arguing these issues warrant a new trial or sentencing.
Mississippi Supreme Court to Hear Carly Gregg's Murder Conviction Appeal May 27, 2026
The Mississippi Supreme Court will hear oral arguments on May 27, 2026, for Carly Gregg's appeal of her murder conviction. Gregg's defense team argues that the jury received improper instructions regarding her insanity defense and that the trial's accelerated pace violated her due process rights.
February 2026 — 1 developments
Carly Gregg's Attorneys File Reply Brief in Mississippi Supreme Court Appeal
Carly Gregg's attorneys and the Carly's Warriors Foundation have filed a reply brief in the Mississippi Supreme Court, continuing her appeal against her conviction and life-without-parole sentence for the murder of her mother and the shooting of her stepfather. Gregg, who was 14 at the time of the offense, rejected a plea deal and was convicted after a trial.
September 2025 — 3 developments
Carly Gregg's Attorneys Appeal Conviction to Mississippi Supreme Court
Attorneys for Carly Gregg are appealing her conviction to the Mississippi Supreme Court, arguing that the trial court's insanity instruction improperly heightened the burden of proof. This follows previous denials of motions for a new trial and other procedural steps in her ongoing appeal.
Carly Gregg's motion challenging mental evaluation denied in Mississippi Supreme Court appeal
A motion filed in the appeal of Carly Gregg, who is serving a life sentence for murdering her mother and injuring her stepfather, has been denied. This motion challenged a circuit court order that granted the state's request for a mental evaluation. The denial represents a new procedural step in her ongoing appeal to the Mississippi Supreme Court.
Mississippi Court of Appeals denies Carly Gregg's appeal, legal team appeals to Supreme Court
A judge denied Carly Gregg's motion for a new trial in October 2024, and a motion challenging a mental evaluation order was denied in May 2025. Subsequently, the Mississippi Court of Appeals denied her prior appeal, leading her legal team to appeal to the Mississippi Supreme Court based on claims of improper jury instructions regarding parole for a juvenile.
July 2025 — 1 developments
Attorney James Murphy requests 30-day extension for appeal brief
Attorney James Murphy requested a 30-day extension for preparing the appeal brief, citing alleged misconduct by Gregg's previous attorney.
March 2025 — 1 developments
Carly Gregg Secures New Legal Counsel James Murphy for Mississippi Supreme Court Appeal
Carly Gregg obtained new legal counsel, James Murphy, to represent her in the appeal before the Mississippi Supreme Court.
October 2024 — 2 developments
Judge denies Carly Gregg's motion for new trial, citing lack of due diligence
A judge denied Carly Gregg's motion for a new trial, ruling that the defense could have discovered the new evidence with reasonable diligence. This decision comes as her appeal continues before the Mississippi Supreme Court. The judge stated that "trial by ambush must remain in the grave."
Mississippi Assistant District Attorney Responds to Carly Gregg's Appeal
The Assistant District Attorney for the State of Mississippi responded to Carly Gregg's appeal.
September 2024 — 2 developments
Security Video Shown to Jury During Carly Gregg Murder Trial
Security video from the home was shown to the jury during Carly Gregg's murder trial.
Carly Gregg's five-day trial begins in Rankin County with opening statements
Carly Gregg's five-day trial began in Rankin County, with opening statements and testimony.
August 2024 — 1 developments
Carly Gregg's Competency to Stand Trial Assessed in Hearing
A hearing was held to determine Carly Gregg's competency to stand trial and assess her mental health.