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Maryland Supreme Court's 4-3 Decision Reinstates Adnan Syed's Conviction, Orders New Hearing
Aug 30, 2024, 04:25 PM
The Maryland Supreme Court has reinstated the murder conviction of Adnan Syed, a case that gained widespread attention through the "Serial" podcast. The court ruled in a 4-3 decision that a 2022 hearing that led to Syed's release violated the legal rights of the victim's family, Hae Min Lee. As a result, the court has ordered a new hearing to be conducted. This decision sends the case back to the Baltimore Circuit Court, where Syed's legal proceedings will continue. Despite the reinstatement of his conviction, Syed will remain free while the case is re-evaluated. The ruling highlights ongoing legal challenges and procedural issues surrounding the case.
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