Maryland Supreme Court Orders New Hearing in Adnan Syed Case

Court rules previous hearing violated victim's family rights, reinstates Syed's conviction pending further proceedings.

Adnan Syed's 2022 release from prison is under scrutiny after Maryland's highest court decision.
The court found the victim’s family was not given adequate notice to attend the hearing that freed Syed.
Syed remains free as the case returns to a lower court for a new hearing.
The ruling highlights tensions between criminal justice reform and victims' rights.
Syed's case gained global attention through the 'Serial' podcast.