P.A. murder case heading to Supreme Court

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Two judges agreed with the trial judge’s decision, while a third judge said he would have acquitted Shaoulle. 

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He based this on several factors including circumstantial evidence, Shaoulle not being asked to testify and lack of a clear motive.

Due to the split decision the case automatically qualifies for the Supreme Court, whereas a lawyer might have to otherwise provide a reason with the application why the case should be heard.

Pfefferle said the grounds of their appeal is based on the verdict not being by the evidence.

He told paNOW he expects the Supreme Court hearing to take place late next year. 

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