Steven Avery's attorney: Judge issues order for scientific testing related to his case to proceed
MANITOWOC COUNTY -- The lawyer for Steven Avery -- convicted in a case profiled in the "Making a Murderer" Netflix series says an agreement to start independent scientific testing on several critical pieces of evidence has been signed.
MANITOWOC COUNTY -- The lawyer for Steven Avery -- convicted in a case profiled in the "Making a Murderer" Netflix series says an agreement to start independent scientific testing on several critical pieces of evidence has been signed.
Judge denies motion to stop release of Brendan Dassey; orders release by 8pm Friday
MILWAUKEE -- U.S. Magistrate Judge William Duffin denied a motion on Wednesday morning, November 16th to stop the release of Brendan Dassey -- currently being held at Columbia Correctional in Portage.
MILWAUKEE -- U.S. Magistrate Judge William Duffin denied a motion on Wednesday morning, November 16th to stop the release of Brendan Dassey -- currently being held at Columbia Correctional in Portage.
State fights release of Brendan Dassey -- asks that release order be put on hold
The state of Wisconsin is asking a federal judge to put on hold his order to release a man convicted in the case featured in the Netflix series "Making a Murderer."Wisconsin Attorney General Brad Schimel on Tuesday, November 15th asked that the order to release Brendan Dassey be put on hold.
The state of Wisconsin is asking a federal judge to put on hold his order to release a man convicted in the case featured in the Netflix series "Making a Murderer."Wisconsin Attorney General Brad Schimel on Tuesday, November 15th asked that the order to release Brendan Dassey be put on hold.
Paperwork filed: AG appeals ruling that overturned Brendan Dassey's conviction
MADISON -- Attorney General Brad Schimel filed the opening brief in federal court on Wednesday, October 19th -- appealing a ruling that overturned Brendan Dassey's conviction.Schimel filed the notice of appeal back on September 9th.
MADISON -- Attorney General Brad Schimel filed the opening brief in federal court on Wednesday, October 19th -- appealing a ruling that overturned Brendan Dassey's conviction.Schimel filed the notice of appeal back on September 9th.
"Serious threat to public safety:" DOJ attorneys file brief arguing Brendan Dassey should stay in prison
MADISON — Prosecutors want a federal judge to keep a man convicted in a case profiled in the popular "Making a Murderer" Netflix series behind bars while they appeal his release.A federal magistrate judge ruled in August that investigators tricked Brendan Dassey into confessing that he helped his uncle, Steven Avery, kill photographer Teresa Halbach in 2005.
MADISON — Prosecutors want a federal judge to keep a man convicted in a case profiled in the popular "Making a Murderer" Netflix series behind bars while they appeal his release.A federal magistrate judge ruled in August that investigators tricked Brendan Dassey into confessing that he helped his uncle, Steven Avery, kill photographer Teresa Halbach in 2005.
Dassey's attorneys press for his release
MADISON — Attorneys for the man convicted of helping his uncle kill a woman in a case profiled in the popular Netflix series "Making a Murderer" are asking for his release while an appeal in his case is pending.A 48-page motion filed in federal court argues that Brendan Dassey is not a flight risk and would not pose a danger to the public if he's released.A federal magistrate judge ruled in August that investigators tricked Dassey, then 16, into confessing that he helped his uncle, Steven Avery, rape and kill photographer Teresa Halbach in 2005.
MADISON — Attorneys for the man convicted of helping his uncle kill a woman in a case profiled in the popular Netflix series "Making a Murderer" are asking for his release while an appeal in his case is pending.A 48-page motion filed in federal court argues that Brendan Dassey is not a flight risk and would not pose a danger to the public if he's released.A federal magistrate judge ruled in August that investigators tricked Dassey, then 16, into confessing that he helped his uncle, Steven Avery, rape and kill photographer Teresa Halbach in 2005.
"Not surprised:" Steven Avery's former attorney reacts to appeal in Dassey case
MILWAUKEE -- "Not surprised." That is the reaction from Dean Strang, the former attorney for Steven Avery on Monday, September 12th.
MILWAUKEE -- "Not surprised." That is the reaction from Dean Strang, the former attorney for Steven Avery on Monday, September 12th.
Judge names special prosecutor in 'Making a Murderer' appeal
MADISON — A judge has appointed a special prosecutor to represent the state of Wisconsin in a request for extensive testing in the case of a man featured in the Netflix series "Making a Murderer."Court documents show a judge appointed former Milwaukee County Assistant District Attorney Norman Gahn to replace Manitowoc County District Attorney Jaclyn LaBre in Steven Avery's homicide case on Sept. 1 after LaBre cited a conflict of interest.Avery contends Manitowoc County officials framed him for Teresa Halbach's 2005 death.His attorney filed a motion in August requesting extensive forensic testing on evidence.Gahn pioneered DNA use in criminal cases in the 1980s.
MADISON — A judge has appointed a special prosecutor to represent the state of Wisconsin in a request for extensive testing in the case of a man featured in the Netflix series "Making a Murderer."Court documents show a judge appointed former Milwaukee County Assistant District Attorney Norman Gahn to replace Manitowoc County District Attorney Jaclyn LaBre in Steven Avery's homicide case on Sept. 1 after LaBre cited a conflict of interest.Avery contends Manitowoc County officials framed him for Teresa Halbach's 2005 death.His attorney filed a motion in August requesting extensive forensic testing on evidence.Gahn pioneered DNA use in criminal cases in the 1980s.
Was evidence in Avery case "planted?" Defense attorney files motion to get answers
MANITOWOC COUNTY -- Fibers, DNA, blood -- Steven Avery's attorney wants it all tested -- and she filed an official motion on Friday, August 26th for that to happen.
MANITOWOC COUNTY -- Fibers, DNA, blood -- Steven Avery's attorney wants it all tested -- and she filed an official motion on Friday, August 26th for that to happen.
"She might know who the killer is:" Excitement in Manitowoc as group waits for motion filing in Avery case
MANITOWOC -- On Thursday, August 25th, a group of supporters and representatives from the media were camped out near the Manitowoc County Courthouse -- waiting for documents to be filed in the Steven Avery case.
MANITOWOC -- On Thursday, August 25th, a group of supporters and representatives from the media were camped out near the Manitowoc County Courthouse -- waiting for documents to be filed in the Steven Avery case.
Important deadline approaches: Steven Avery's attorney has until Monday to file motion in his case
MANITOWOC -- A new effort is underway to free Steven Avery from prison -- and Avery's supporters are hoping for a bombshell.
MANITOWOC -- A new effort is underway to free Steven Avery from prison -- and Avery's supporters are hoping for a bombshell.
A.G. Schimel on what's next for Brendan Dassey: "We're still examining all of the options"
MILWAUKEE -- Wisconsin Attorney General Brad Schimel on Monday, August 22nd discussed what's next after Brendan Dassey's conviction was overturned.A federal magistrate on August 12th ordered Dassey to be freed within 90 days unless prosecutors decide to re-try him.
MILWAUKEE -- Wisconsin Attorney General Brad Schimel on Monday, August 22nd discussed what's next after Brendan Dassey's conviction was overturned.A federal magistrate on August 12th ordered Dassey to be freed within 90 days unless prosecutors decide to re-try him.
Overturning of Dassey conviction could have ripple effect on cases nationwide
MILWAUKEE -- He was just 16 years old when he confessed to murder.
MILWAUKEE -- He was just 16 years old when he confessed to murder.
"Going to be very difficult for him:" Manitowoc residents react to Dassey's overturned conviction
MANITOWOC-- One of the main subjects of Netflix's "Making a Murderer" documentary has had his conviction overturned.
MANITOWOC-- One of the main subjects of Netflix's "Making a Murderer" documentary has had his conviction overturned.
Conviction against Brendan Dassey in Teresa Halbach murder overturned
MILWAUKEE -- A major ruling for the man convicted for his role in the murder of Teresa Halbach.
MILWAUKEE -- A major ruling for the man convicted for his role in the murder of Teresa Halbach.
In new, handwritten letter, Steven Avery slams attorneys saying they "didn't do no investigation"
MANITOWOC COUNTY -- While serving a life sentence without the possibility of parole for the 2005 murder of Teresa Halbach, Steven Avery continues to pledge his innocence.
MANITOWOC COUNTY -- While serving a life sentence without the possibility of parole for the 2005 murder of Teresa Halbach, Steven Avery continues to pledge his innocence.
Did "Making A Murderer" make you mad? Advice from Avery's attorney on how you can make an impact
MILWAUKEE -- No one knows for sure, but an estimated 19 million people watched the Netflix docuseries "Making A Murderer." The series, filmed here in Wisconsin, thrust two defense attorneys into a national debate on our justice system.
MILWAUKEE -- No one knows for sure, but an estimated 19 million people watched the Netflix docuseries "Making A Murderer." The series, filmed here in Wisconsin, thrust two defense attorneys into a national debate on our justice system.
She was inside Avery's home during the Halbach investigation: What she saw that's stuck with her
MANITOWOC -- The Steven Avery media frenzy began in earnest on September 11th, 2003.
MANITOWOC -- The Steven Avery media frenzy began in earnest on September 11th, 2003.
Squad car audio released after Manitowoc man allegedly threatened officer, invoked Avery's name
MANITOWOC -- Manitowoc police have released squad car audio following the arrest of a Manitowoc man accused of threatening to kill a police officer and his family.
MANITOWOC -- Manitowoc police have released squad car audio following the arrest of a Manitowoc man accused of threatening to kill a police officer and his family.
Steven Avery's twin sons speak out for the first time: Did he kill Teresa Halbach?
MANITOWOC -- Steven Avery's twin sons spoke out on Monday, February 8th in an exclusive interview with "Crime Watch Daily." Steven Avery has gained international attention following the release of "Making A Murderer" -- the Netflix docuseries focusing on his exoneration in a sexual assault case and later conviction for murder.The series was released on December 18th.
MANITOWOC -- Steven Avery's twin sons spoke out on Monday, February 8th in an exclusive interview with "Crime Watch Daily." Steven Avery has gained international attention following the release of "Making A Murderer" -- the Netflix docuseries focusing on his exoneration in a sexual assault case and later conviction for murder.The series was released on December 18th.