Australian court to rule on mushroom murder case appeal
Victoria's highest court will deliver its judgment on Erin Patterson's conviction and sentence in a triple murder case.
At a glance
- Court of appeal to rule on Patterson's conviction and sentence appeal
- Lawyers argued their client was denied a fair trial
- Court will also determine if additional prison time is possible
- Judgment to be delivered Friday at 10am
Victoria's court of appeal will hand down its decision on Erin Patterson's appeal against her triple murder conviction on Friday. The court will also rule on whether she could face additional prison time.
Patterson's legal team argued during hearings in August that she was denied a fair trial. The appeal judgment will be delivered at 10am on Friday.
Why it matters
The case has drawn significant public attention in Australia as a high-profile criminal appeal involving serious charges.
Original reporting
- The Guardian — WorldErin Patterson to learn fate in appeal against mushroom murders convictions
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