Judge Michael Chitty faces deadline on Karmelo Anthony case
By The BriefBrief
Retired District Judge Michael Chitty is scheduled to hear Karmelo Anthony’s motion for a new trial after Judge John Roach was removed from the remaining proceedings. Chitty must decide whether Anthony’s murder conviction and 35-year sentence survive, with the motion facing a Monday deadline.
WHO:Retired District Judge Michael Chitty
WHAT:Chitty must decide whether to overturn Karmelo Anthony’s murder conviction and 35-year sentence after Roach’s removal from the case.
WHEN:Reported Aug 20, 2026 at 9:52 AM ET
WHERE:Texas
WHY:The decision is required to rule on Anthony’s motion for a new trial within the court’s fast-moving schedule after the presiding judge was removed.
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