Jerry Westrom's Appeal in Jeanie Childs Murder Case to Go Before Minnesota Supreme Court
Mistakes Made, Says Westrom's Lawyer
The Minnesota Supreme Court will hear an appeal Monday in the case of Jerry Westrom, who was convicted of killing his ex-girlfriend Jeanie Childs in 1993. Westrom's attorney has argued that numerous mistakes were made during the trial, including the admission of evidence that should have been suppressed.
Westrom was convicted in 2021 and sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole. He has maintained his innocence throughout the proceedings.
Key Arguments in the Appeal
In his appeal, Westrom's attorney is expected to argue that:
- The trial court erred in admitting evidence of Westrom's prior bad acts, which unfairly prejudiced the jury against him.
- The prosecutor made improper statements during closing arguments that violated Westrom's constitutional rights.
- The jury was not properly instructed on the law of self-defense, which could have resulted in a different verdict.
The Supreme Court will consider these arguments and issue a ruling sometime in the future.
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