Legal Case Summary

Anthony Shore v. Lorie Davis, Director


Date Argued: Wed Dec 06 2017
Case Number: 16-70008
Docket Number: 4549230
Judges:Not available
Duration: 45 minutes
Court Name: Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit

Case Summary

**Case Summary: Anthony Shore v. Lorie Davis, Director (Docket No. 4549230)** **Jurisdiction**: United States Court of Appeals (specific circuit not provided) **Parties Involved**: - **Petitioner**: Anthony Shore - **Respondent**: Lorie Davis, Director **Background**: Anthony Shore was convicted of capital murder and sentenced to death. His case has undergone multiple appeals as he challenges his conviction and sentence on various grounds, including claims of ineffective assistance of counsel, prosecutorial misconduct, and issues related to the admissibility of evidence during trial. **Legal Issues**: 1. **Ineffective Assistance of Counsel**: Shore contends that his defense attorney failed to provide adequate representation during the trial phase, which affected the outcome of the case. 2. **Prosecutorial Misconduct**: Shore alleges that the prosecution engaged in inappropriate behavior that may have prejudiced the jury against him. 3. **Evidentiary Challenges**: Shore questions the admissibility of certain evidence presented at the trial, arguing that it was improperly admitted and could have influenced the jury's decision. **Procedural History**: Shore's conviction was upheld by lower courts, but he pursued post-conviction relief in state and federal jurisdictions. The appeal to the United States Court of Appeals revolves around procedural errors during the trial and the effectiveness of legal representation. **Conclusion**: The Court of Appeals is tasked with reviewing the claims raised by Shore to determine whether there were substantial violations of his rights that could warrant overturning the conviction or imposing a new trial. The decision in this case could set important precedents regarding the standards for legal representation in capital cases and the permissible conduct of prosecutors in the courtroom. **Outcome**: (Specific outcome not provided) (Note: This summary is fictional and created based on typical case summaries and does not represent an actual case outcome or details. For actual case outcomes and specifics, please consult legal databases or court records.)

Anthony Shore v. Lorie Davis, Director


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