Karmelo Anthony’s legal team is arguing the entire process of his murder trial violated his constitutional rights, and are asking for a brand-new trial in Collin County, Texas.
Background
Anthony was found guilty of the murder of 17-year-old Austin Metcalf in early June. The filing alleges Anthony’s Sixth Amendment right to a public trial was violated by restricting access to the courtroom.
The filing also details why Anthony did not take the stand in his defense during the trial. Defense lawyers said both sides had agreed to keep certain character and reputation evidence about Anthony, Metcalf, and Metcalf’s brother away from the jury.
Next Steps
A new judge has been assigned to decide whether Judge Roach should be removed from post-trial proceedings. The Collin County District Attorney’s Office denied the claims that Anthony’s trial was unfair.
Original reporting: Dallas – Ft. Worth Feed (HLL/CB) — read the source article.
