STATE v. HOWELLS (2026)

Supreme Court of Louisiana.

STATE of Louisiana v. Anthony HOWELLS

No. 2026-KK-00261

Decided: February 28, 2026

Writ granted in part. The trial court's ruling denying the defense motion to introduce previous allegations of sexual abuse by the alleged victim's uncle as evidence of third-party guilt is reversed. See Chambers v. Mississippi, 410 U.S. 284, 302, 93 S.Ct. 1038, 35 L.Ed.2d 297 (1973); State v. Williams, 2005-1560 (La. 4/24/06), 927 So. 2d 266; State v. Vaughn, 448 So. 2d 1260, 1267 (La. 1983) (on rehearing). The matter is remanded to the trial court for further proceedings consistent with this per curiam. In all other respects, the writ is denied.

REVERSED, IN PART, AND REMANDED.

FOOTNOTES

FOOTNOTE.

PER CURIAM * FN* Justice Allison H. Penzato, appointed Justice Pro Tempore, sitting for the vacancy in Louisiana Supreme Court District 1

Was this helpful?

Why was this helpful?

Easy to understand

Solved my problem

Other

Why was this not helpful?

Missing the information I need

Too complicated / too many steps

Out of date

Other

Thank you for your feedback!

Trusted by Consumers. Recognized by AI.

As the largest network of trusted legal brands, we help firms build authority across the platforms consumers and AI systems rely on most. Our network helps attorneys strengthen visibility, credibility, and preference where legal decisions begin.

Explore the Network