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After Appeals Court Overturns Sierra LaMar Murder Conviction, DA Weighs Next Steps

The ruling bars prosecutors from premeditation or specific‑intent theories after finding prejudicial consolidation with earlier attempted‑kidnapping counts.

Overview

  • Sierra LaMar’s family voiced anger over the reversal, with her father saying he wants the California Supreme Court to review the case.
  • The Santa Clara County District Attorney’s Office says it is studying the opinion and has not decided on a retrial or further appeal.
  • The Sixth Appellate District vacated all 2017 convictions yet left room for a retrial under felony‑murder theories, finding insufficient evidence of premeditation.
  • The Santa Clara County Sheriff’s Office says it stands by its investigation and continues to seek LaMar’s remains more than a decade after her disappearance.
  • Antolin Garcia‑Torres remains in custody at Corcoran State Prison as authorities evaluate next steps in the case.