Pamela Smart’s Latest Trial Push | San Francisco News

Pamela Smart, serving a life sentence for her role in her husband’s 1990 murder, is pushing for a new trial after her lawyers argue prosecutors manipulated trial transcripts by inserting words like “killed” and “murder” that weren’t actually heard — a tactic they say unfairly swayed the jury. This isn’t her first attempt; she’s also challenged media frenzy and jury instructions before. The state wants the petition tossed, claiming these issues were already addressed. The judge has 30-60 days to rule, while Smart recently admitted fault in a video, saying she avoided responsibility for years. The case, involving a 22-year-old Smart and a 15-year-old teen, remains a cultural touchstone — inspiring a book and film. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/1d0f90822871873f