Leilani Simon murder case
Leilani Simon, convicted in October 2024 for the murder of her son Quinton Simon, was transferred to Arrendale State Prison on May 21, 2026, to serve her life sentence. As of May 30, 2026, the state has requested 45 days to respond to Simon's motion for a new trial, which her legal team filed on March 27, 2026, citing insufficient evidence and constitutional violations during her 2024 proceedings. Simon was found guilty on all 19 charges, including malice murder, and sentenced to life in prison with parole eligibility after 40 years. Her attorneys argue the state failed to prove homicide due to damaged remains and that text messages unfairly prejudiced the jury, with a ruling on the motion anticipated after the response period.
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May 2026 — 2 developments
State requests 45 days to respond to Leilani Simon's motion for new trial
The state has requested 45 days to respond to Leilani Simon's motion for a new trial. A ruling on the motion is anticipated after the response period. Simon was convicted in October 2024 for the murder of her son, Quinton Simon.
Leilani Simon transferred to prison, defense files appeal
Leilani Simon, convicted of murdering her son, has been transferred to Arrendale State Prison to serve her life sentence. Her defense team has also filed an appeal in the case.
March 2026 — 1 developments
Leilani Simon's legal team argues for new trial, citing insufficient evidence and constitutional violations
Leilani Simon's legal team is arguing for a new trial, citing insufficient evidence and constitutional violations during her 2024 proceedings. A hearing on January 9, 2026, focused on the defense's claims that the state failed to prove homicide due to damaged remains and that text messages unfairly prejudiced the jury.
January 2026 — 1 developments
Leilani Simon, convicted of murdering her son, seeks new trial
Leilani Simon, who was convicted of murdering her toddler son Quinton Simon and sentenced to life in prison, has filed a motion seeking a new trial. Her attorneys are arguing that the state failed to prove Quinton's death was a homicide.
November 2024 — 1 developments
Leilani Simon sentenced to life in prison for murdering toddler son
Leilani Simon has been sentenced to life in prison after a jury found her guilty of murdering her toddler son. She will be eligible for parole after serving at least 40 years. Simon was convicted on 19 charges, including murder and concealing a death.
October 2024 — 2 developments
Leilani Simon found guilty on all 19 charges, including malice murder
Leilani Simon was found guilty on all 19 charges, including malice murder, on October 25, 2024, after approximately two hours of jury deliberation. This corrects the previously reported verdict date of November 20, 2024.
Leilani Simon's murder trial begins with jury selection and opening statements
Leilani Simon's murder trial began with jury selection and opening statements.
April 2024 — 1 developments
Leilani Simon's Attorneys Seek to Exclude 911 Calls, Police Interviews from Evidence
Leilani Simon's attorneys filed a motion to exclude her 911 calls and police interviews from evidence, arguing they were not given willingly.
November 2022 — 2 developments
Leilani Simon arrested, charged with murder after Quinton Simon's remains identified
DNA tests confirmed the remains belonged to Quinton Simon, and Leilani Simon was arrested and charged with malice murder, concealing a death, false reporting, and making false statements.
Human Remains Discovered in Chatham County Landfill
Partial human remains were discovered in a Chatham County landfill.
October 2022 — 2 developments
Police and FBI agents search landfill for deceased Quinton
Police and FBI agents shifted their search efforts to a landfill, indicating a belief that Quinton was deceased.
Leilani Simon Named Prime Suspect in Son Quinton's Disappearance
Leilani Simon was publicly named the prime suspect in her son Quinton's disappearance.