Alex Murdaugh, a former South Carolina attorney, is currently serving two life sentences for the murders of his wife, Maggie, and son, Paul, committed in 2021.

Murdaugh's conviction came after jurors deliberated for less than three hours, and he is now appealing the verdict amid significant public interest.

The South Carolina Supreme Court has agreed to hear Murdaugh's appeal regarding allegations of jury tampering, which could potentially lead to a new trial.

Murdaugh's legal team alleges that former Colleton County Clerk of Court, Rebecca Hill, improperly influenced the jury by suggesting Murdaugh's guilt and pressuring them for a quick verdict.

During a January hearing, one juror testified that Hill's comments influenced her decision to convict Murdaugh, although other jurors denied any such influence.

Retired Chief Justice Jean Toal ruled that while Hill made improper comments, there was insufficient evidence to prove they affected the jury's decision.

Hill has faced 76 counts of misconduct and resigned in March 2023 amid allegations of using her position for personal gain, including promoting a book about the trial.

Murdaugh's attorneys filed an appeal in July, arguing that the case raises significant legal questions about state officials influencing jurors.

In addition to his life sentence for murder, Murdaugh has been sentenced to 27 years for state fraud and 40 years for federal fraud charges.

Murdaugh's federal sentencing was notably harsher than the prosecution's recommendation, intended to ensure he serves life in prison regardless of the outcome of his murder conviction appeal.

Despite the serious charges and convictions, Murdaugh continues to fight against them, with his case drawing significant media attention and public intrigue.