Judge Dismisses Alex Murdaugh’s Lawsuit Against Former Court Clerk
A Colleton County judge has dismissed Alex Murdaugh's lawsuit against former court clerk Becky Hill, who was accused by Murdaugh's defense team of tampering with the jury that convicted him. Murdaugh's team had sought $600,000 in damages.
Greenville Spartanburg Asheville Anderson, SC, August 5, 2026 —
A lawsuit filed by Alex Murdaugh against a former Colleton County court clerk has been dismissed by a judge. The lawsuit, which sought $600,000 in damages, accused Becky Hill of tampering with the jury that ultimately convicted Murdaugh.
Murdaugh’s defense team had alleged that Hill, the former clerk of court, tampered with the jury during the trial that led to his conviction. The specific details of the allegations were part of the lawsuit filed by Murdaugh’s legal representatives.
The legal action was initiated by Murdaugh’s team following his conviction on charges related to the murders of his wife, Margaret, and son, Paul. He was found guilty of these crimes in March 2023.
The defense team had previously sought a new trial, arguing that Hill improperly influenced jurors. These arguments were a central part of their appeal efforts.
The judge’s decision to dismiss the lawsuit means that the claims against Becky Hill will not proceed in court. The amount of $600,000 was the figure sought by Murdaugh’s team as damages in this civil action.
Further details regarding the specific grounds for the dismissal were not immediately available. The outcome represents a legal setback for Alex Murdaugh’s efforts to seek damages in this particular case.
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