Karmelo Anthony’s defense has filed separate motions seeking a new trial and the recusal of Judge John Roach Jr., according to reports from KERA News and CBS Texas.
Neither request has been granted. The filings describe what the defense wants the court to do; they are not rulings ordering another trial or removing the judge.
What each motion argues
The new-trial motion focuses on public access to the courtroom. KERA reports that the defense alleges restrictions effectively closed the courtroom without the required findings or consideration of reasonable alternatives.
The recusal request concerns Roach’s continued role in the case. According to KERA, the defense cites public comments by Roach defending the trial procedures and the verdict.
The requested relief is distinct: one motion asks for a new trial, while the other asks that Roach be removed from further proceedings. Reports that the motions were filed do not establish that either argument will succeed.
