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Maryland Supreme Court Reinstates Adnan Syed's Murder Conviction in 4-3 Ruling, Orders New Hearing

Aug 30, 2024, 03:11 PM

The Maryland Supreme Court has reinstated the murder conviction of Adnan Syed, a case that gained international attention through the 'Serial' podcast. The decision, made in a 4-3 ruling, requires a new hearing in the Baltimore Circuit Court. The court found that the 2022 hearing, which led to Syed's release, violated the legal rights of the victim's family, Hae Min Lee. As a result, the case will return to the circuit court for further proceedings, although Syed will remain free during this process. This development marks another chapter in the ongoing legal saga surrounding Syed.