Conviction review
Convictions that were overturned, and innocence claims courts are ruling on this week. Read what the evidence was and where it broke.
Kevin Dixon v. State of Arkansas
Supreme Court of Arkansas issued an opinion on November 12, 2026 that deals with an innocence claim. From the opinion: “…method of testing sought would prove his actual innocence. The trial court denied the petition, finding…”
2026 · Supreme Court of ArkansasIn courtMartinous Moore v. Dexter Payne, Director, Arkansas Division of Correction
Supreme Court of Arkansas issued an opinion on November 12, 2026 that deals with an innocence claim. From the opinion: “…by law he or she is entitled to bail, or actual innocence.” Farrakhan v. Payne, 2026 Ark. 144, at 1–2…”
2026 · Supreme Court of ArkansasIn courtRoosevelt Abernathy v. Dexter Payne, Director, Arkansas Division of Correction
Supreme Court of Arkansas issued an opinion on November 12, 2026 that deals with an innocence claim. From the opinion: “…A petitioner who does not allege actual innocence pursuant to Act 1780 of 2001 must plead either…”