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Alex Murdaugh murder conviction overturned by South Carolina Supreme Court

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The 57-year-old pleaded guilty to stealing around $12 million from his clients and is currently serving a 40-year federal sentence.

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Court overturns Alex Murdaugh's murder convictions and orders new trial

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Alex Murdaugh will get a new murder trial.

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The court has ordered a new trial over the June 2021 killings of Paul and Maggie Murdaugh.

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Alex Murdaugh was convicted of his killing his wife and his son at the family's home in 2021.

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The South Carolina Supreme Court has overturned the murder conviction of Alex Murdaugh

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Summary

**Summary:** The South Carolina Supreme Court has overturned Alex Murdaugh's murder convictions, citing improper external influences on jurors and ordering a new trial. **Why It Matters:** This decision marks a significant shift in the legal process, potentially leading to a retrial that could provide crucial insights into the fairness of the original conviction

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