Appeal Information
With all the issues that have been raised in this case, if there is a conviction in this case, it will be an appellate lawyer's petri dish.
Judge Alfred Delucchi, October 29, 2004, The trial of Scott Peterson
Judge Alfred Delucchi, October 29, 2004, The trial of Scott Peterson
UPDATE: 12/20/22
Scott Peterson has been denied relief.
Judge Massullo found there was no prejudicial misconduct by Juror 7. The 55-page ruling is available on the San Mateo County Court website, and will also be posted below.
Scott cannot appeal Judge Massullo’s ruling. However, he has other options.
The next step is for Scott to file a new habeas petition in California. He can either file it in the Courts of Appeal or with the California Supreme Court, but he must do so within 120 days. This new petition will outline new evidence claims that have come about since his last petition was filed in November 2015.
Scott will remain at Mule Creek State Prison as the appeals process continues.
Do not be discouraged. We have active leads, we are actively investigating, we will solve this crime, and Scott will be freed.
We couldn’t continue in this fight without your prayers and support. We thank God for you
Scott Peterson has been denied relief.
Judge Massullo found there was no prejudicial misconduct by Juror 7. The 55-page ruling is available on the San Mateo County Court website, and will also be posted below.
Scott cannot appeal Judge Massullo’s ruling. However, he has other options.
The next step is for Scott to file a new habeas petition in California. He can either file it in the Courts of Appeal or with the California Supreme Court, but he must do so within 120 days. This new petition will outline new evidence claims that have come about since his last petition was filed in November 2015.
Scott will remain at Mule Creek State Prison as the appeals process continues.
Do not be discouraged. We have active leads, we are actively investigating, we will solve this crime, and Scott will be freed.
We couldn’t continue in this fight without your prayers and support. We thank God for you
Appeal Documents and Information
The day has finally come. Scott’s Appellate Brief has been filed with the Supreme Court. The brief was filed July 5th, 2012. This document addresses the legal errors that occurred during the court proceedings against Scott. It is a big part of getting Scott’s conviction overturned.
The next step in the appeal process is for the State Attorney General’s office to respond to the brief. Eventually, oral arguments will be heard before the Supreme Court of California. The Court will then rule on the brief.
While this document only addresses legal error, our family is confident that it not only confirms that Scott is wrongfully convicted, but that it sheds light on his factual innocence.
Most of the brief is very easy to read. Please feel free to read all or parts of the brief by clicking on the link below.
The next step in the appeal process is for the State Attorney General’s office to respond to the brief. Eventually, oral arguments will be heard before the Supreme Court of California. The Court will then rule on the brief.
While this document only addresses legal error, our family is confident that it not only confirms that Scott is wrongfully convicted, but that it sheds light on his factual innocence.
Most of the brief is very easy to read. Please feel free to read all or parts of the brief by clicking on the link below.
The State Attorney General's office filed their response brief on January 26, 2015. Click the link below to read.
Appellant's response to the State Attorney General's brief. Filed July 23, 2015. Click the link below to read.
California Supreme Court decision on the direct appeal, filed August 24, 2020
Scott's Habeas Appeal. Filed November 24, 2015. Click the link below to read.
The State Attorney General's office filed their informal response to Scott's Habeas Petition on August 10, 2017
Appellant's response to The State's Attorney General's informal response. Filed August 7, 2018.
The State Attorney General's office filed their response to the order to show cause: Juror Misconduct. Filed December 10, 2020