Oral Arguments, May 8, 2026, Vuono, Neyman, Henry, JJ., presiding

Judicial - Appeals Court Oral Arguments · May 8, 2026

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The panel opened arguments for Commonwealth v. Darnell Harris, case no. 2025-1294; the presiding justice noted Justice Smith was absent and the court was joined by Justice Henry.

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Oral arguments in Commonwealth v. Darnell Harris (2025-1294) before an appeals court panel focused on whether a motion judge properly allowed withdrawal of three guilty pleas and on the correct standard of appellate review (de novo vs. abuse of discretion). Prosecutors urged reversal; defense counsel argued for deferential review and pointed to procedural choices and record limits.

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