State of South Carolina v. Alex Murdaugh

Walterboro. South Carolina, criminal defense lawyer representing Defendant charged with multiple counts of first-degree murder.





Former South Carolina Alex Murdaugh, age 54, was charged with murdering his wife, Maggie, age 53,, and son, Paul, age 22, on June 7, 2021.



It is thought that Murdaugh killed his family in an effort to gain sympathy for himself to avoid responsibility of other wrongdoing.



The case will be based on circumstantial evidence.

About This Case

What was the outcome of State of South Carolina v. Alex Murdaugh?

The outcome was: Defendant was found guilty. He faces 30 years to life without parole in prison. Reversed

Which court heard State of South Carolina v. Alex Murdaugh?

This case was heard in Circuit Court, Colleton County, South Carolina, SC. The presiding judge was Clifton Newman.

Who were the attorneys in State of South Carolina v. Alex Murdaugh?

Plaintiff's attorney: Colleton County South Carolina Solicitor's Office. Defendant's attorney: Dick Harpootlian and Jim Griffin.

When was State of South Carolina v. Alex Murdaugh decided?

This case was decided on March 3, 2023.