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Sheriff Mickey Stines: Paranoia, Shooting, and Grand Jury Secrets In this explosive first half, Hidden Killers Live unpacks the case of Sheriff Mickey Stines — the Kentucky lawman who shocked his community by shooting Judge Kevin Mullins inside his own chambers. Tony Brueski, Stacy Cole, Todd Michaels, and defense attorney/former prosecutor Eric Faddis break down newly unsealed grand jury transcripts that reveal key evidence was withheld, including a mental health diagnosis the day before the shooting. The team dissects raw footage of Stines in the courthouse hallway, showing a paranoid, unstable man immediately after the crime. They also examine how the secretive grand jury process may have denied jurors crucial information, why jail intake records describing Stines as “actively psychotic” matter, and how community rumors risk poisoning a fair trial. This segment explores the psychological unraveling of a sheriff — and whether justice itself was compromised before the trial even began. Hashtags: #MickeyStines #EricFaddis #HiddenKillers #TonyBrueski #TrueCrimePodcast #JudgeMullins #GrandJury #CourthouseMurder #MentalHealthDefense #TrueCrime Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspod Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspod X Twitter https://x.com/tonybpod Listen Ad-Free On Apple Podcasts Here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-crime-today-premium-plus-ad-free-advance-episode/id1705422872

On September 19, 2024, in a small Kentucky courthouse, Judge Kevin Mullins was shot and killed by his longtime friend and colleague, Sheriff Shawn “Mickey” Stines. The episode walks listeners through the shocking events, from security footage capturing the fatal moment to Stines's immediate surrender and his defense of "extreme emotional disturbance." With the motive still unconfirmed, Jamie and John explore the deep-seated questions and rampant speculation that have shattered a community. --For early, ad free episodes and monthly exclusive bonus content, join our Patreon!

Revealed: Sheriff Stines' Mental State in Deadly Judge Shooting  The Police Off The Cuff team is on the case, giving insight into this terrible crime story. Bill and Mike share their law enforcement expertise on how the suspect had a mental capacity to shoot a judge. This news story is developing, stay tuned for more on this true crime case.

Sheriff Stines & Judge Mullins EXPOSED Murder & Corruption REVEALED This is the full breakdown of one of the most shocking scandals in recent memory: the murder of Judge Kevin Mullins by Sheriff Shawn “Mickey” Stines — and the avalanche of allegations that followed. On September 19th, 2024, Stines shot Mullins inside his chambers, just minutes after sharing lunch. The killing was caught on courthouse surveillance. But the story didn't end there. It only began. In the aftermath, women came forward alleging Judge Mullins coerced them into sexual encounters in exchange for leniency, custody, or freedom. One victim, Tia Adams, told NewsNation she had sex with Mullins “countless times” and described it as humiliating and impossible to refuse. Then came the jailhouse revelations. A former guard claimed the local jail operated like “a brothel” — with guards and supervisors allegedly exploiting inmates, rewarding them with cigarettes or commissary for sex. She alleged Judge Mullins himself invited her to sex parties with higher-ups. In this extended episode of Hidden Killers with Tony Brueski, I'm joined by psychotherapist Shavaun Scott to break down the psychology of coercion, the normalization of corruption, and the devastating impact on victims and communities. We also ask: Was Sheriff Stines protecting himself, or lashing out against a system he knew was rotten? This is the full story — murder, scandal, and the deep questions about whether justice can survive in a system accused of betraying its own people. #SheriffStines #JudgeMullins #ScandalExposed #HiddenKillers #TrueCrime #Corruption #JailhouseExposed #Whitesburg #SexForFavors #TrueCrimePodcast   Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspod Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspod X Twitter https://x.com/tonybpod Listen Ad-Free On Apple Podcasts Here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-crime-today-premium-plus-ad-free-advance-episode/id1705422872

Welcome to the "Week in Review," where we delve into the true stories behind this week's headlines. Your host, Tony Brueski, joins hands with a rotating roster of guests, sharing their insights and analysis on a collection of intriguing, perplexing, and often chilling stories that made the news.       This is not your average news recap. With the sharp investigative lens of Tony and his guests, the show uncovers layers beneath the headlines, offering a comprehensive perspective that traditional news can often miss. From high-profile criminal trials to in-depth examinations of ongoing investigations, this podcast takes listeners on a fascinating journey through the world of true crime and current events.       Each episode navigates through multiple stories, illuminating their details with factual reporting, expert commentary, and engaging conversation. Tony and his guests discuss each case's nuances, complexities, and human elements, delivering a multi-dimensional understanding to their audience.  Whether you are a dedicated follower of true crime, or an everyday listener interested in the stories shaping our world, the "Week in Review" brings you the perfect balance of intrigue, information, and intelligent conversation. Expect thoughtful analysis, informed opinions, and thought-provoking discussions beyond the 24-hour news cycle. Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspod Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspod X Twitter https://x.com/tonybpod Listen Ad-Free On Apple Podcasts Here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-crime-today-premium-plus-ad-free-advance-episode/id1705422872

Sheriff Stines & Judge Mullins EXPOSED Murder & Corruption REVEALED This is the full breakdown of one of the most shocking scandals in recent memory: the murder of Judge Kevin Mullins by Sheriff Shawn “Mickey” Stines — and the avalanche of allegations that followed. On September 19th, 2024, Stines shot Mullins inside his chambers, just minutes after sharing lunch. The killing was caught on courthouse surveillance. But the story didn't end there. It only began. In the aftermath, women came forward alleging Judge Mullins coerced them into sexual encounters in exchange for leniency, custody, or freedom. One victim, Tia Adams, told NewsNation she had sex with Mullins “countless times” and described it as humiliating and impossible to refuse. Then came the jailhouse revelations. A former guard claimed the local jail operated like “a brothel” — with guards and supervisors allegedly exploiting inmates, rewarding them with cigarettes or commissary for sex. She alleged Judge Mullins himself invited her to sex parties with higher-ups. In this extended episode of Hidden Killers with Tony Brueski, I'm joined by psychotherapist Shavaun Scott to break down the psychology of coercion, the normalization of corruption, and the devastating impact on victims and communities. We also ask: Was Sheriff Stines protecting himself, or lashing out against a system he knew was rotten? This is the full story — murder, scandal, and the deep questions about whether justice can survive in a system accused of betraying its own people. #SheriffStines #JudgeMullins #ScandalExposed #HiddenKillers #TrueCrime #Corruption #JailhouseExposed #Whitesburg #SexForFavors #TrueCrimePodcast   Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspod Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspod X Twitter https://x.com/tonybpod Listen Ad-Free On Apple Podcasts Here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-crime-today-premium-plus-ad-free-advance-episode/id1705422872

Welcome to the "Week in Review," where we delve into the true stories behind this week's headlines. Your host, Tony Brueski, joins hands with a rotating roster of guests, sharing their insights and analysis on a collection of intriguing, perplexing, and often chilling stories that made the news.       This is not your average news recap. With the sharp investigative lens of Tony and his guests, the show uncovers layers beneath the headlines, offering a comprehensive perspective that traditional news can often miss. From high-profile criminal trials to in-depth examinations of ongoing investigations, this podcast takes listeners on a fascinating journey through the world of true crime and current events.       Each episode navigates through multiple stories, illuminating their details with factual reporting, expert commentary, and engaging conversation. Tony and his guests discuss each case's nuances, complexities, and human elements, delivering a multi-dimensional understanding to their audience.  Whether you are a dedicated follower of true crime, or an everyday listener interested in the stories shaping our world, the "Week in Review" brings you the perfect balance of intrigue, information, and intelligent conversation. Expect thoughtful analysis, informed opinions, and thought-provoking discussions beyond the 24-hour news cycle. Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspod Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspod X Twitter https://x.com/tonybpod Listen Ad-Free On Apple Podcasts Here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-crime-today-premium-plus-ad-free-advance-episode/id1705422872

Sheriff Stines & Judge Mullins EXPOSED Murder & Corruption REVEALED This is the full breakdown of one of the most shocking scandals in recent memory: the murder of Judge Kevin Mullins by Sheriff Shawn “Mickey” Stines — and the avalanche of allegations that followed. On September 19th, 2024, Stines shot Mullins inside his chambers, just minutes after sharing lunch. The killing was caught on courthouse surveillance. But the story didn't end there. It only began. In the aftermath, women came forward alleging Judge Mullins coerced them into sexual encounters in exchange for leniency, custody, or freedom. One victim, Tia Adams, told NewsNation she had sex with Mullins “countless times” and described it as humiliating and impossible to refuse. Then came the jailhouse revelations. A former guard claimed the local jail operated like “a brothel” — with guards and supervisors allegedly exploiting inmates, rewarding them with cigarettes or commissary for sex. She alleged Judge Mullins himself invited her to sex parties with higher-ups. In this extended episode of Hidden Killers with Tony Brueski, I'm joined by psychotherapist Shavaun Scott to break down the psychology of coercion, the normalization of corruption, and the devastating impact on victims and communities. We also ask: Was Sheriff Stines protecting himself, or lashing out against a system he knew was rotten? This is the full story — murder, scandal, and the deep questions about whether justice can survive in a system accused of betraying its own people. #SheriffStines #JudgeMullins #ScandalExposed #HiddenKillers #TrueCrime #Corruption #JailhouseExposed #Whitesburg #SexForFavors #TrueCrimePodcast   Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspod Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspod X Twitter https://x.com/tonybpod Listen Ad-Free On Apple Podcasts Here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-crime-today-premium-plus-ad-free-advance-episode/id1705422872

Welcome to the "Week in Review," where we delve into the true stories behind this week's headlines. Your host, Tony Brueski, joins hands with a rotating roster of guests, sharing their insights and analysis on a collection of intriguing, perplexing, and often chilling stories that made the news.       This is not your average news recap. With the sharp investigative lens of Tony and his guests, the show uncovers layers beneath the headlines, offering a comprehensive perspective that traditional news can often miss. From high-profile criminal trials to in-depth examinations of ongoing investigations, this podcast takes listeners on a fascinating journey through the world of true crime and current events.       Each episode navigates through multiple stories, illuminating their details with factual reporting, expert commentary, and engaging conversation. Tony and his guests discuss each case's nuances, complexities, and human elements, delivering a multi-dimensional understanding to their audience.  Whether you are a dedicated follower of true crime, or an everyday listener interested in the stories shaping our world, the "Week in Review" brings you the perfect balance of intrigue, information, and intelligent conversation. Expect thoughtful analysis, informed opinions, and thought-provoking discussions beyond the 24-hour news cycle. Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspod Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspod X Twitter https://x.com/tonybpod Listen Ad-Free On Apple Podcasts Here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-crime-today-premium-plus-ad-free-advance-episode/id1705422872

Sheriff Stines BREAKING POINT: Murder of Judge Mullins EXPLAINED On September 19th, 2024, Whitesburg, Kentucky was rocked by a killing that stunned the country. Sheriff Shawn “Mickey” Stines shot and killed his longtime friend, Judge Kevin Mullins, inside Mullins' own chambers — just minutes after the two had lunch together. The entire murder was caught on courthouse surveillance. In this episode of Hidden Killers with Tony Brueski, psychotherapist and author Shavaun Scott joins me to analyze one of the strangest crimes in recent memory: a sheriff killing a judge on camera. Was Sheriff Stines insane, or was he pushed to the breaking point by mounting pressure? Just three days before the killing, Stines sat for a deposition in a civil case tied to corruption and misconduct in his office. Was this murder about protecting himself, silencing secrets, or exposing a system that was already collapsing? Bodycam footage shows Stines muttering paranoid lines like “you're going to kill me” after his arrest — yet he surrendered calmly, without resistance. Was this paranoia real, or a legal strategy? And what does it mean when an officer of the law commits violence in the most incriminating way possible — on camera, in the seat of justice itself? Join us as we break down the shocking murder of Judge Kevin Mullins, Sheriff Shawn Stines' bizarre behavior, and what it reveals about power, paranoia, and corruption. #SheriffStines #JudgeMullins #MurderExposed #TrueCrime #HiddenKillers #CourthouseKilling #InsanityDefense #Whitesburg #Corruption #TrueCrimePodcast Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspod Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspod X Twitter https://x.com/tonybpod Listen Ad-Free On Apple Podcasts Here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-crime-today-premium-plus-ad-free-advance-episode/id1705422872

Sheriff Stines BREAKING POINT: Murder of Judge Mullins EXPLAINED On September 19th, 2024, Whitesburg, Kentucky was rocked by a killing that stunned the country. Sheriff Shawn “Mickey” Stines shot and killed his longtime friend, Judge Kevin Mullins, inside Mullins' own chambers — just minutes after the two had lunch together. The entire murder was caught on courthouse surveillance. In this episode of Hidden Killers with Tony Brueski, psychotherapist and author Shavaun Scott joins me to analyze one of the strangest crimes in recent memory: a sheriff killing a judge on camera. Was Sheriff Stines insane, or was he pushed to the breaking point by mounting pressure? Just three days before the killing, Stines sat for a deposition in a civil case tied to corruption and misconduct in his office. Was this murder about protecting himself, silencing secrets, or exposing a system that was already collapsing? Bodycam footage shows Stines muttering paranoid lines like “you're going to kill me” after his arrest — yet he surrendered calmly, without resistance. Was this paranoia real, or a legal strategy? And what does it mean when an officer of the law commits violence in the most incriminating way possible — on camera, in the seat of justice itself? Join us as we break down the shocking murder of Judge Kevin Mullins, Sheriff Shawn Stines' bizarre behavior, and what it reveals about power, paranoia, and corruption. #SheriffStines #JudgeMullins #MurderExposed #TrueCrime #HiddenKillers #CourthouseKilling #InsanityDefense #Whitesburg #Corruption #TrueCrimePodcast Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspod Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspod X Twitter https://x.com/tonybpod Listen Ad-Free On Apple Podcasts Here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-crime-today-premium-plus-ad-free-advance-episode/id1705422872

Sheriff Stines BREAKING POINT: Murder of Judge Mullins EXPLAINED On September 19th, 2024, Whitesburg, Kentucky was rocked by a killing that stunned the country. Sheriff Shawn “Mickey” Stines shot and killed his longtime friend, Judge Kevin Mullins, inside Mullins' own chambers — just minutes after the two had lunch together. The entire murder was caught on courthouse surveillance. In this episode of Hidden Killers with Tony Brueski, psychotherapist and author Shavaun Scott joins me to analyze one of the strangest crimes in recent memory: a sheriff killing a judge on camera. Was Sheriff Stines insane, or was he pushed to the breaking point by mounting pressure? Just three days before the killing, Stines sat for a deposition in a civil case tied to corruption and misconduct in his office. Was this murder about protecting himself, silencing secrets, or exposing a system that was already collapsing? Bodycam footage shows Stines muttering paranoid lines like “you're going to kill me” after his arrest — yet he surrendered calmly, without resistance. Was this paranoia real, or a legal strategy? And what does it mean when an officer of the law commits violence in the most incriminating way possible — on camera, in the seat of justice itself? Join us as we break down the shocking murder of Judge Kevin Mullins, Sheriff Shawn Stines' bizarre behavior, and what it reveals about power, paranoia, and corruption. #SheriffStines #JudgeMullins #MurderExposed #TrueCrime #HiddenKillers #CourthouseKilling #InsanityDefense #Whitesburg #Corruption #TrueCrimePodcast Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspod Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspod X Twitter https://x.com/tonybpod Listen Ad-Free On Apple Podcasts Here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-crime-today-premium-plus-ad-free-advance-episode/id1705422872

OBS: Lang intro! Spol frem til ca 22 minutter (!) hvis du vil rett på innsendt innhold. Vi elsker å få inn life hacks som vi kan dele med dere! Nå har "Stine" delt sitt tips som gjør både hverdagen og sexlivet bedre! "Stine" har hatt et anstrengt forhold til sin mor oppgjennom oppveksten. Etter hun døde la hun merke til at jeg litt og litt begynte å ta etter hennes negative reaksjonsmønstre! "Jeg vil IKKE(!!!) bli som min mor. Eller gjenta hennes historie gjennom meg selv". Hva kan hun gjøre? Sjefen til "Stine" er uforutsigbar og urimelig, og med "Stines" historie fra livet generelt blir hun veldig preget av dette. Hvordan kan hun best forholde seg til dette?

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The Judge, The Sheriff, and the Chamber of Secrets The former sheriff says he didn't murder the judge—his mind did. That's the opening line now being argued in a Kentucky courtroom, where former Letcher County Sheriff Shawn “Mickey” Stines stands accused of shooting and killing District Judge Kevin Mullins inside his chambers. This wasn't some cold, calculated act, his defense insists—it was a mental break, triggered by fear, stress, and a small-town scandal that just might make your jaw hit the floor. Let's get one thing straight up front: the entire incident was caught on video. Stines walked into Judge Mullins' office and fired eight shots. That much is undisputed. But what followed is where things get messy—and deeply unsettling. Stines has pleaded not guilty, and now his attorney, Jeremy Bartley, is laying the groundwork for an insanity defense, saying the ex-sheriff suffered from a mental disease or defect, and was also under "extreme emotional disturbance" when he pulled the trigger. Basically, the defense isn't arguing about what happened—it's arguing about why. And that “why” has roots in something dark. A few days before the shooting, Stines gave a deposition in a case involving one of his former deputies, Ben Fields. That guy? He'd been accused of coercing female inmates into sex—in exchange for staying out of jail. Think "Orange is the New Black," but way less scripted and way more disturbing. One of the accusers, Sabrina Adkins, claimed that she was forced to have sex with Fields for six months… inside the judge's chambers. Yeah, the same room where the murder would later take place. According to Bartley, Stines' deposition forced him to answer some very uncomfortable questions about all of it. And afterward, the sheriff allegedly felt like his entire world was closing in—that his testimony had painted a target on his back. He supposedly feared that the fallout from the deposition would threaten not just his job or reputation, but the lives of his wife and daughter. That's not just legal strategy fluff, either. When police arrested Stines after the shooting, he reportedly shouted: “They're trying to kidnap my wife and kid!” Clearly, in his mind, something had gone very, very wrong. It's worth noting that the judge, Kevin Mullins, wasn't just some random guy in a robe to Stines. They were close—friends, even. They'd known each other since 2009, when Stines served as Mullins' courtroom bailiff. Over the years, they became lunch buddies, often grabbing wings at the Streetside Grill & Bar down the street from the courthouse. On the day Mullins died, the two had lunch together—same order, same table, same casual vibe. Then, hours later, Stines entered his office and shot him. Prosecutors say the shooting seemed to come out of nowhere. But now investigators are digging into another possible motive: jealousy or betrayal. It's been suggested that Stines may have seen his daughter's phone number in Mullins' phone, which allegedly sent him into a tailspin. Surveillance footage shows Stines trying to call his daughter from his phone—and then using the judge's phone, too. What exactly he saw on that screen remains unclear, but the implication is that whatever he discovered set him off. CCTV from the courthouse showed Mullins raising his hands in fear, hiding behind his desk, as Stines raised his gun. The whole thing, horrifying as it is, unfolded in seconds. But it was built on years of what the defense claims was accumulating psychological pressure. Now, Stines' legal team is leaning hard into the mental health defense. They say they'll present expert evidence showing that he wasn't legally responsible for his actions. Bartley says there's even more evidence out there—though he's keeping it close to the chest for now—that could prove Stines' state of mind was so fractured, he shouldn't be held criminally liable. Meanwhile, the larger scandal casts a long shadow. The sex-for-favors scheme tied to Deputy Fields and possibly Judge Mullins has not gone away. Accuser Sabrina Adkins didn't just name Fields—she claimed Mullins had videotapes of “sexual stuff” happening in his chambers. Mullins never responded to the allegations before his death, and the tapes, if they exist, haven't surfaced publicly. Fields, for what it's worth, was fired by Stines before being arrested and sentenced to six months behind bars. But that did little to erase the cloud of controversy over the courthouse—and now, it's all tangled up in a murder trial. So here we are: a former sheriff who says he lost his grip on reality, a respected judge dead in his own office, and a community unraveling under the weight of buried secrets. 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The Judge, The Sheriff, and the Chamber of Secrets The former sheriff says he didn't murder the judge—his mind did. That's the opening line now being argued in a Kentucky courtroom, where former Letcher County Sheriff Shawn “Mickey” Stines stands accused of shooting and killing District Judge Kevin Mullins inside his chambers. This wasn't some cold, calculated act, his defense insists—it was a mental break, triggered by fear, stress, and a small-town scandal that just might make your jaw hit the floor. Let's get one thing straight up front: the entire incident was caught on video. Stines walked into Judge Mullins' office and fired eight shots. That much is undisputed. But what followed is where things get messy—and deeply unsettling. Stines has pleaded not guilty, and now his attorney, Jeremy Bartley, is laying the groundwork for an insanity defense, saying the ex-sheriff suffered from a mental disease or defect, and was also under "extreme emotional disturbance" when he pulled the trigger. Basically, the defense isn't arguing about what happened—it's arguing about why. And that “why” has roots in something dark. A few days before the shooting, Stines gave a deposition in a case involving one of his former deputies, Ben Fields. That guy? He'd been accused of coercing female inmates into sex—in exchange for staying out of jail. Think "Orange is the New Black," but way less scripted and way more disturbing. One of the accusers, Sabrina Adkins, claimed that she was forced to have sex with Fields for six months… inside the judge's chambers. Yeah, the same room where the murder would later take place. According to Bartley, Stines' deposition forced him to answer some very uncomfortable questions about all of it. And afterward, the sheriff allegedly felt like his entire world was closing in—that his testimony had painted a target on his back. He supposedly feared that the fallout from the deposition would threaten not just his job or reputation, but the lives of his wife and daughter. That's not just legal strategy fluff, either. When police arrested Stines after the shooting, he reportedly shouted: “They're trying to kidnap my wife and kid!” Clearly, in his mind, something had gone very, very wrong. It's worth noting that the judge, Kevin Mullins, wasn't just some random guy in a robe to Stines. They were close—friends, even. They'd known each other since 2009, when Stines served as Mullins' courtroom bailiff. Over the years, they became lunch buddies, often grabbing wings at the Streetside Grill & Bar down the street from the courthouse. On the day Mullins died, the two had lunch together—same order, same table, same casual vibe. Then, hours later, Stines entered his office and shot him. Prosecutors say the shooting seemed to come out of nowhere. But now investigators are digging into another possible motive: jealousy or betrayal. It's been suggested that Stines may have seen his daughter's phone number in Mullins' phone, which allegedly sent him into a tailspin. Surveillance footage shows Stines trying to call his daughter from his phone—and then using the judge's phone, too. What exactly he saw on that screen remains unclear, but the implication is that whatever he discovered set him off. CCTV from the courthouse showed Mullins raising his hands in fear, hiding behind his desk, as Stines raised his gun. The whole thing, horrifying as it is, unfolded in seconds. But it was built on years of what the defense claims was accumulating psychological pressure. Now, Stines' legal team is leaning hard into the mental health defense. They say they'll present expert evidence showing that he wasn't legally responsible for his actions. Bartley says there's even more evidence out there—though he's keeping it close to the chest for now—that could prove Stines' state of mind was so fractured, he shouldn't be held criminally liable. Meanwhile, the larger scandal casts a long shadow. The sex-for-favors scheme tied to Deputy Fields and possibly Judge Mullins has not gone away. Accuser Sabrina Adkins didn't just name Fields—she claimed Mullins had videotapes of “sexual stuff” happening in his chambers. Mullins never responded to the allegations before his death, and the tapes, if they exist, haven't surfaced publicly. Fields, for what it's worth, was fired by Stines before being arrested and sentenced to six months behind bars. But that did little to erase the cloud of controversy over the courthouse—and now, it's all tangled up in a murder trial. So here we are: a former sheriff who says he lost his grip on reality, a respected judge dead in his own office, and a community unraveling under the weight of buried secrets. What started as a tight-knit town's tragic loss has become a psychological crime drama no one saw coming—and no one will forget. #LetcherCounty #KevinMullins #ShawnStines #CourthouseScandal Want to listen to ALL of our podcasts AD-FREE? Subscribe through APPLE PODCASTS, and try it for three days free: https://tinyurl.com/ycw626tj Follow Our Other Cases: https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com The latest on The Downfall of Diddy, The Trial of Karen Read, The Murder Of Maddie Soto, Catching the Long Island Serial Killer, Awaiting Admission: BTK's Unconfessed Crimes, Delphi Murders: Inside the Crime, Chad & Lori Daybell, The Murder of Ana Walshe, Alex Murdaugh, Bryan Kohberger, Lucy Letby, Kouri Richins, Malevolent Mormon Mommys, The Menendez Brothers: Quest For Justice, The Murder of Stephen Smith, The Murder of Madeline Kingsbury, The Murder Of Sandra Birchmore, and much more! Listen at https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com

The former sheriff says he didn't murder the judge—his mind did. That's the opening line now being argued in a Kentucky courtroom, where former Letcher County Sheriff Shawn “Mickey” Stines stands accused of shooting and killing District Judge Kevin Mullins inside his chambers. This wasn't some cold, calculated act, his defense insists—it was a mental break, triggered by fear, stress, and a small-town scandal that just might make your jaw hit the floor. Let's get one thing straight up front: the entire incident was caught on video. Stines walked into Judge Mullins' office and fired eight shots. That much is undisputed. But what followed is where things get messy—and deeply unsettling. Stines has pleaded not guilty, and now his attorney, Jeremy Bartley, is laying the groundwork for an insanity defense, saying the ex-sheriff suffered from a mental disease or defect, and was also under "extreme emotional disturbance" when he pulled the trigger. Basically, the defense isn't arguing about what happened—it's arguing about why. And that “why” has roots in something dark. A few days before the shooting, Stines gave a deposition in a case involving one of his former deputies, Ben Fields. That guy? He'd been accused of coercing female inmates into sex—in exchange for staying out of jail. Think "Orange is the New Black," but way less scripted and way more disturbing. One of the accusers, Sabrina Adkins, claimed that she was forced to have sex with Fields for six months… inside the judge's chambers. Yeah, the same room where the murder would later take place. According to Bartley, Stines' deposition forced him to answer some very uncomfortable questions about all of it. And afterward, the sheriff allegedly felt like his entire world was closing in—that his testimony had painted a target on his back. He supposedly feared that the fallout from the deposition would threaten not just his job or reputation, but the lives of his wife and daughter. That's not just legal strategy fluff, either. When police arrested Stines after the shooting, he reportedly shouted: “They're trying to kidnap my wife and kid!” Clearly, in his mind, something had gone very, very wrong. It's worth noting that the judge, Kevin Mullins, wasn't just some random guy in a robe to Stines. They were close—friends, even. They'd known each other since 2009, when Stines served as Mullins' courtroom bailiff. Over the years, they became lunch buddies, often grabbing wings at the Streetside Grill & Bar down the street from the courthouse. On the day Mullins died, the two had lunch together—same order, same table, same casual vibe. Then, hours later, Stines entered his office and shot him. Prosecutors say the shooting seemed to come out of nowhere. But now investigators are digging into another possible motive: jealousy or betrayal. It's been suggested that Stines may have seen his daughter's phone number in Mullins' phone, which allegedly sent him into a tailspin. Surveillance footage shows Stines trying to call his daughter from his phone—and then using the judge's phone, too. What exactly he saw on that screen remains unclear, but the implication is that whatever he discovered set him off. CCTV from the courthouse showed Mullins raising his hands in fear, hiding behind his desk, as Stines raised his gun. The whole thing, horrifying as it is, unfolded in seconds. But it was built on years of what the defense claims was accumulating psychological pressure. Now, Stines' legal team is leaning hard into the mental health defense. They say they'll present expert evidence showing that he wasn't legally responsible for his actions. Bartley says there's even more evidence out there—though he's keeping it close to the chest for now—that could prove Stines' state of mind was so fractured, he shouldn't be held criminally liable. Meanwhile, the larger scandal casts a long shadow. The sex-for-favors scheme tied to Deputy Fields and possibly Judge Mullins has not gone away. Accuser Sabrina Adkins didn't just name Fields—she claimed Mullins had videotapes of “sexual stuff” happening in his chambers. Mullins never responded to the allegations before his death, and the tapes, if they exist, haven't surfaced publicly. Fields, for what it's worth, was fired by Stines before being arrested and sentenced to six months behind bars. But that did little to erase the cloud of controversy over the courthouse—and now, it's all tangled up in a murder trial. So here we are: a former sheriff who says he lost his grip on reality, a respected judge dead in his own office, and a community unraveling under the weight of buried secrets. What started as a tight-knit town's tragic loss has become a psychological crime drama no one saw coming—and no one will forget. #LetcherCounty #KevinMullins #ShawnStines #CourthouseScandal Want to listen to ALL of our podcasts AD-FREE? Subscribe through APPLE PODCASTS, and try it for three days free: https://tinyurl.com/ycw626tj Follow Our Other Cases: https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com The latest on The Downfall of Diddy, The Trial of Karen Read, The Murder Of Maddie Soto, Catching the Long Island Serial Killer, Awaiting Admission: BTK's Unconfessed Crimes, Delphi Murders: Inside the Crime, Chad & Lori Daybell, The Murder of Ana Walshe, Alex Murdaugh, Bryan Kohberger, Lucy Letby, Kouri Richins, Malevolent Mormon Mommys, The Menendez Brothers: Quest For Justice, The Murder of Stephen Smith, The Murder of Madeline Kingsbury, The Murder Of Sandra Birchmore, and much more! Listen at https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com

Vinnie Politan interviews Jeremy Bartley, the defense attorney for former Sheriff Mickey Stines, about his plans to use an insanity defense in the trial. Bartley claims that pressure and anxiety contributed to the fatal shooting of the judge.To catch up on the facts, CLICK HERE. (https://www.courttv.com/tag/shawn-stines/)Watch 24/7 Court TV LIVE Stream Today https://www.courttv.com/Join the Investigation Newsletter https://www.courttv.com/email/Court TV Podcast https://www.courttv.com/podcast/FOLLOW THE CASE:Facebook https://www.facebook.com/courttvTwitter/X https://twitter.com/CourtTVInstagram https://www.instagram.com/courttvnetwork/TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@courttvliveYouTube https://www.youtube.com/c/COURTTVWATCH +140 FREE TRIALS IN THE COURT TV ARCHIVEhttps://www.courttv.com/trials/HOW TO FIND COURT TVhttps://www.courttv.com/where-to-watch/This episode of Vinnie Politan Investigates Podcast was hosted by Vinnie Politan, produced by Kerry O'Connor and Robynn Love, and edited by Autumn Sewell.

Welcome to the "Week in Review," where we delve into the true stories behind this week's headlines. Your host, Tony Brueski, joins hands with a rotating roster of guests, sharing their insights and analysis on a collection of intriguing, perplexing, and often chilling stories that made the news.       This is not your average news recap. With the sharp investigative lens of Tony and his guests, the show uncovers layers beneath the headlines, offering a comprehensive perspective that traditional news can often miss. From high-profile criminal trials to in-depth examinations of ongoing investigations, this podcast takes listeners on a fascinating journey through the world of true crime and current events.       Each episode navigates through multiple stories, illuminating their details with factual reporting, expert commentary, and engaging conversation. Tony and his guests discuss each case's nuances, complexities, and human elements, delivering a multi-dimensional understanding to their audience.  Whether you are a dedicated follower of true crime, or an everyday listener interested in the stories shaping our world, the "Week in Review" brings you the perfect balance of intrigue, information, and intelligent conversation. Expect thoughtful analysis, informed opinions, and thought-provoking discussions beyond the 24-hour news cycle. Want to listen to ALL of our podcasts AD-FREE? Subscribe through APPLE PODCASTS, and try it for three days free: https://tinyurl.com/ycw626tj Follow Our Other Cases: https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com The latest on The Downfall of Diddy, The Trial of Karen Read, The Murder Of Maddie Soto, Catching the Long Island Serial Killer, Awaiting Admission: BTK's Unconfessed Crimes, Delphi Murders: Inside the Crime, Chad & Lori Daybell, The Murder of Ana Walshe, Alex Murdaugh, Bryan Kohberger, Lucy Letby, Kouri Richins, Malevolent Mormon Mommys, The Menendez Brothers: Quest For Justice, The Murder of Stephen Smith, The Murder of Madeline Kingsbury, The Murder Of Sandra Birchmore, and much more! Listen at https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com

Welcome to the "Week in Review," where we delve into the true stories behind this week's headlines. Your host, Tony Brueski, joins hands with a rotating roster of guests, sharing their insights and analysis on a collection of intriguing, perplexing, and often chilling stories that made the news.       This is not your average news recap. With the sharp investigative lens of Tony and his guests, the show uncovers layers beneath the headlines, offering a comprehensive perspective that traditional news can often miss. From high-profile criminal trials to in-depth examinations of ongoing investigations, this podcast takes listeners on a fascinating journey through the world of true crime and current events.       Each episode navigates through multiple stories, illuminating their details with factual reporting, expert commentary, and engaging conversation. Tony and his guests discuss each case's nuances, complexities, and human elements, delivering a multi-dimensional understanding to their audience.  Whether you are a dedicated follower of true crime, or an everyday listener interested in the stories shaping our world, the "Week in Review" brings you the perfect balance of intrigue, information, and intelligent conversation. Expect thoughtful analysis, informed opinions, and thought-provoking discussions beyond the 24-hour news cycle. Want to listen to ALL of our podcasts AD-FREE? Subscribe through APPLE PODCASTS, and try it for three days free: https://tinyurl.com/ycw626tj Follow Our Other Cases: https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com The latest on The Downfall of Diddy, The Trial of Karen Read, The Murder Of Maddie Soto, Catching the Long Island Serial Killer, Awaiting Admission: BTK's Unconfessed Crimes, Delphi Murders: Inside the Crime, Chad & Lori Daybell, The Murder of Ana Walshe, Alex Murdaugh, Bryan Kohberger, Lucy Letby, Kouri Richins, Malevolent Mormon Mommys, The Menendez Brothers: Quest For Justice, The Murder of Stephen Smith, The Murder of Madeline Kingsbury, The Murder Of Sandra Birchmore, and much more! Listen at https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com

Welcome to the "Week in Review," where we delve into the true stories behind this week's headlines. Your host, Tony Brueski, joins hands with a rotating roster of guests, sharing their insights and analysis on a collection of intriguing, perplexing, and often chilling stories that made the news.       This is not your average news recap. With the sharp investigative lens of Tony and his guests, the show uncovers layers beneath the headlines, offering a comprehensive perspective that traditional news can often miss. From high-profile criminal trials to in-depth examinations of ongoing investigations, this podcast takes listeners on a fascinating journey through the world of true crime and current events.       Each episode navigates through multiple stories, illuminating their details with factual reporting, expert commentary, and engaging conversation. Tony and his guests discuss each case's nuances, complexities, and human elements, delivering a multi-dimensional understanding to their audience.  Whether you are a dedicated follower of true crime, or an everyday listener interested in the stories shaping our world, the "Week in Review" brings you the perfect balance of intrigue, information, and intelligent conversation. Expect thoughtful analysis, informed opinions, and thought-provoking discussions beyond the 24-hour news cycle. Want to listen to ALL of our podcasts AD-FREE? Subscribe through APPLE PODCASTS, and try it for three days free: https://tinyurl.com/ycw626tj Follow Our Other Cases: https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com The latest on The Downfall of Diddy, The Trial of Karen Read, The Murder Of Maddie Soto, Catching the Long Island Serial Killer, Awaiting Admission: BTK's Unconfessed Crimes, Delphi Murders: Inside the Crime, Chad & Lori Daybell, The Murder of Ana Walshe, Alex Murdaugh, Bryan Kohberger, Lucy Letby, Kouri Richins, Malevolent Mormon Mommys, The Menendez Brothers: Quest For Justice, The Murder of Stephen Smith, The Murder of Madeline Kingsbury, The Murder Of Sandra Birchmore, and much more! Listen at https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com

Welcome to the "Week in Review," where we delve into the true stories behind this week's headlines. Your host, Tony Brueski, joins hands with a rotating roster of guests, sharing their insights and analysis on a collection of intriguing, perplexing, and often chilling stories that made the news.       This is not your average news recap. With the sharp investigative lens of Tony and his guests, the show uncovers layers beneath the headlines, offering a comprehensive perspective that traditional news can often miss. From high-profile criminal trials to in-depth examinations of ongoing investigations, this podcast takes listeners on a fascinating journey through the world of true crime and current events.       Each episode navigates through multiple stories, illuminating their details with factual reporting, expert commentary, and engaging conversation. Tony and his guests discuss each case's nuances, complexities, and human elements, delivering a multi-dimensional understanding to their audience.  Whether you are a dedicated follower of true crime, or an everyday listener interested in the stories shaping our world, the "Week in Review" brings you the perfect balance of intrigue, information, and intelligent conversation. Expect thoughtful analysis, informed opinions, and thought-provoking discussions beyond the 24-hour news cycle. Want to listen to ALL of our podcasts AD-FREE? Subscribe through APPLE PODCASTS, and try it for three days free: https://tinyurl.com/ycw626tj Follow Our Other Cases: https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com The latest on The Downfall of Diddy, The Trial of Karen Read, The Murder Of Maddie Soto, Catching the Long Island Serial Killer, Awaiting Admission: BTK's Unconfessed Crimes, Delphi Murders: Inside the Crime, Chad & Lori Daybell, The Murder of Ana Walshe, Alex Murdaugh, Bryan Kohberger, Lucy Letby, Kouri Richins, Malevolent Mormon Mommys, The Menendez Brothers: Quest For Justice, The Murder of Stephen Smith, The Murder of Madeline Kingsbury, The Murder Of Sandra Birchmore, and much more! Listen at https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com

Sheriff Stines Faces Life in Prison Will The Jury Believe His Insanity Plea Did a sheriff just take out a judge to cover his own tracks? That's the burning question after Sheriff Stines' shocking execution of Judge Kevin Mullins in broad daylight. But here's where it gets murky—this wasn't just an impulsive act of violence. Three days before the shooting, Stines was deposed in a lawsuit that alleged the judge's chambers were basically functioning as a brothel, coercing incarcerated women into sexual acts with law enforcement. Was this an act of rage, a moment of justice, or a desperate move to silence a dangerous truth? And let's not forget—one of Stines' own deputies was already implicated in this scandal. So was the sheriff trying to take out a villain or erase evidence that could expose his own involvement? The insanity defense is being tossed around, but is he really insane, or just really, really guilty? And if this was about covering up a conspiracy—who else is tangled up in this web? #TrueCrime #HiddenKillers #JudgeMurder #PoliceCorruption #Scandal #LegalDrama #WhoIsHidingWhat Want to listen to ALL of our podcasts AD-FREE? Subscribe through APPLE PODCASTS, and try it for three days free: https://tinyurl.com/ycw626tj Follow Our Other Cases: https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com The latest on The Downfall of Diddy, The Trial of Karen Read, The Murder Of Maddie Soto, Catching the Long Island Serial Killer, Awaiting Admission: BTK's Unconfessed Crimes, Delphi Murders: Inside the Crime, Chad & Lori Daybell, The Murder of Ana Walshe, Alex Murdaugh, Bryan Kohberger, Lucy Letby, Kouri Richins, Malevolent Mormon Mommys, The Menendez Brothers: Quest For Justice, The Murder of Stephen Smith, The Murder of Madeline Kingsbury, The Murder Of Sandra Birchmore, and much more! Listen at https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com

Did a sheriff just take out a judge to cover his own tracks? That's the burning question after Sheriff Stines' shocking execution of Judge Kevin Mullins in broad daylight. But here's where it gets murky—this wasn't just an impulsive act of violence. Three days before the shooting, Stines was deposed in a lawsuit that alleged the judge's chambers were basically functioning as a brothel, coercing incarcerated women into sexual acts with law enforcement. Was this an act of rage, a moment of justice, or a desperate move to silence a dangerous truth? And let's not forget—one of Stines' own deputies was already implicated in this scandal. So was the sheriff trying to take out a villain or erase evidence that could expose his own involvement? The insanity defense is being tossed around, but is he really insane, or just really, really guilty? And if this was about covering up a conspiracy—who else is tangled up in this web? #TrueCrime #HiddenKillers #JudgeMurder #PoliceCorruption #Scandal #LegalDrama #WhoIsHidingWhat Want to listen to ALL of our podcasts AD-FREE? Subscribe through APPLE PODCASTS, and try it for three days free: https://tinyurl.com/ycw626tj Follow Our Other Cases: https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com The latest on The Downfall of Diddy, The Trial of Karen Read, The Murder Of Maddie Soto, Catching the Long Island Serial Killer, Awaiting Admission: BTK's Unconfessed Crimes, Delphi Murders: Inside the Crime, Chad & Lori Daybell, The Murder of Ana Walshe, Alex Murdaugh, Bryan Kohberger, Lucy Letby, Kouri Richins, Malevolent Mormon Mommys, The Menendez Brothers: Quest For Justice, The Murder of Stephen Smith, The Murder of Madeline Kingsbury, The Murder Of Sandra Birchmore, and much more! Listen at https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com 

Did Sheriff Stines Kill to Silence Judge Mullins, Or To Stop Him From Harming Others? What happens when a sheriff walks into a courthouse and shoots a sitting judge? A cold-blooded act of revenge or a psychological break under extreme emotional distress? That's the question swirling around this bizarre and deeply tangled case involving a courthouse sex-for-leniency scandal, a deposition that may have held damning secrets, and a sheriff who turned himself in claiming his family was in danger. Now, the defense is pushing for an insanity plea, but does the evidence support it? Psychotherapist and author Shavaun Scott breaks down what it truly takes for someone to reach a psychological breaking point like this. Was this an unpredictable snap, or was there something much more calculated at play? And just how deep does the corruption run in this courthouse? #TrueCrime #HiddenKillers #CourthouseScandal #PsychologicalBreak #Corruption #CrimeNews #InsanityDefense Want to listen to ALL of our podcasts AD-FREE? Subscribe through APPLE PODCASTS, and try it for three days free: https://tinyurl.com/ycw626tj Follow Our Other Cases: https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com The latest on The Downfall of Diddy, The Trial of Karen Read, The Murder Of Maddie Soto, Catching the Long Island Serial Killer, Awaiting Admission: BTK's Unconfessed Crimes, Delphi Murders: Inside the Crime, Chad & Lori Daybell, The Murder of Ana Walshe, Alex Murdaugh, Bryan Kohberger, Lucy Letby, Kouri Richins, Malevolent Mormon Mommys, The Menendez Brothers: Quest For Justice, The Murder of Stephen Smith, The Murder of Madeline Kingsbury, The Murder Of Sandra Birchmore, and much more! Listen at https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com

Despite a video showing what appears to be a cold-blooded murder, the attorney representing former Sheriff Shawn ‘Mickey' Stines insists there's more to the case than meets the eye. On September 19, 2024, in the quiet courthouse of Letcher County, Kentucky, Stines allegedly walked into the chambers of District Judge Kevin Mullins and shot him multiple times. The entire incident was captured on surveillance footage, and the images are as damning as they come—Mullins, caught off guard, scrambling to take cover under his desk while Stines keeps firing. But according to defense attorney Jeremy Bartley, what happened in that office wasn't just the result of a single moment but years of tension, legal battles, and alleged threats. “It's extremely complicated,” Bartley told Court TV's Vinnie Politan, pushing back on the apparent open-and-shut nature of the case. “This isn't just about what's seen on the video. There's a bigger story here.” At the time of his murder, Mullins was a key figure in a lawsuit involving allegations of sexual misconduct against a deputy who worked in the courthouse. The lawsuit accused former deputy Ben Fields of coercing women on house arrest into sexual favors, with at least one incident allegedly taking place inside Mullins' own chambers. While Stines wasn't named as a defendant in the suit, he was questioned under oath just days before the shooting. “In the week prior to and the week of the deposition, lots of people noticed that Mickey had become more increasingly paranoid, that he became sleepless, had gone nights without sleep, and there was an overwhelming amount of pressure on him,” Bartley said, painting a picture of a man under immense psychological strain. The deposition, combined with what Bartley described as “a number of people very interested in the outcome,” had allegedly put Stines in a heightened state of distress. Attorney Ned Pillersdorf, who represents the plaintiff in the lawsuit, recalls Stines' deposition as being out of the ordinary. “It wasn't your typical deposition of a sheriff in a civil rights case,” Pillersdorf said, describing Stines' behavior as “odd” but stopping short of speculating on how the lawsuit might connect to the murder. “But having said that, I have no idea why his defense attorney keeps saying that my litigation, the litigation me and my co-counsel are involved in, was somehow a motive in all this. But he keeps saying that.” Stines' attorney claims his client truly believed his family was in immediate danger at the time of the shooting. “Was the threat as imminent as he perceived it to be? Maybe not,” Bartley admitted. “But there was an objective threat to his family.” That's a major claim—one that raises as many questions as it answers. If Stines was, in fact, paranoid and sleep-deprived leading up to the shooting, how much of his fear was rooted in reality? What exactly did he think Mullins—or anyone else, for that matter—was planning to do to him? In early March 2025, Bartley filed paperwork indicating that Stines will pursue an insanity defense, arguing that his client was in an extreme emotional state at the time of the shooting. The move isn't just legal strategy—it's also practical. “We wanted to get Mickey on the calendar for an evaluation,” Bartley said, explaining that Kentucky's backlog means psychological evaluations are currently running 12 to 18 months behind. As the case heads to trial, the legal battle will center not on whether Stines pulled the trigger—that part is indisputable—but on why he did it. Was he, as the video suggests, executing a judge in cold blood? Or was he a man consumed by fear and paranoia, reacting to a perceived threat that only he could see? One thing is clear: Letcher County lost a judge, a sheriff, and any lingering sense of normalcy in a single, shocking afternoon. #KentuckyCourthouseShooting #JudgeMullins #ShawnStinesTrial #LegalDrama Want to listen to ALL of our podcasts AD-FREE? Subscribe through APPLE PODCASTS, and try it for three days free: https://tinyurl.com/ycw626tj Follow Our Other Cases: https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com The latest on The Downfall of Diddy, The Trial of Karen Read, The Murder Of Maddie Soto, Catching the Long Island Serial Killer, Awaiting Admission: BTK's Unconfessed Crimes, Delphi Murders: Inside the Crime, Chad & Lori Daybell, The Murder of Ana Walshe, Alex Murdaugh, Bryan Kohberger, Lucy Letby, Kouri Richins, Malevolent Mormon Mommys, The Menendez Brothers: Quest For Justice, The Murder of Stephen Smith, The Murder of Madeline Kingsbury, The Murder Of Sandra Birchmore, and much more! Listen at https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com

Despite a video showing what appears to be a cold-blooded murder, the attorney representing former Sheriff Shawn ‘Mickey' Stines insists there's more to the case than meets the eye. On September 19, 2024, in the quiet courthouse of Letcher County, Kentucky, Stines allegedly walked into the chambers of District Judge Kevin Mullins and shot him multiple times. The entire incident was captured on surveillance footage, and the images are as damning as they come—Mullins, caught off guard, scrambling to take cover under his desk while Stines keeps firing. But according to defense attorney Jeremy Bartley, what happened in that office wasn't just the result of a single moment but years of tension, legal battles, and alleged threats. “It's extremely complicated,” Bartley told Court TV's Vinnie Politan, pushing back on the apparent open-and-shut nature of the case. “This isn't just about what's seen on the video. There's a bigger story here.” At the time of his murder, Mullins was a key figure in a lawsuit involving allegations of sexual misconduct against a deputy who worked in the courthouse. The lawsuit accused former deputy Ben Fields of coercing women on house arrest into sexual favors, with at least one incident allegedly taking place inside Mullins' own chambers. While Stines wasn't named as a defendant in the suit, he was questioned under oath just days before the shooting. “In the week prior to and the week of the deposition, lots of people noticed that Mickey had become more increasingly paranoid, that he became sleepless, had gone nights without sleep, and there was an overwhelming amount of pressure on him,” Bartley said, painting a picture of a man under immense psychological strain. The deposition, combined with what Bartley described as “a number of people very interested in the outcome,” had allegedly put Stines in a heightened state of distress. Attorney Ned Pillersdorf, who represents the plaintiff in the lawsuit, recalls Stines' deposition as being out of the ordinary. “It wasn't your typical deposition of a sheriff in a civil rights case,” Pillersdorf said, describing Stines' behavior as “odd” but stopping short of speculating on how the lawsuit might connect to the murder. “But having said that, I have no idea why his defense attorney keeps saying that my litigation, the litigation me and my co-counsel are involved in, was somehow a motive in all this. But he keeps saying that.” Stines' attorney claims his client truly believed his family was in immediate danger at the time of the shooting. “Was the threat as imminent as he perceived it to be? Maybe not,” Bartley admitted. “But there was an objective threat to his family.” That's a major claim—one that raises as many questions as it answers. If Stines was, in fact, paranoid and sleep-deprived leading up to the shooting, how much of his fear was rooted in reality? What exactly did he think Mullins—or anyone else, for that matter—was planning to do to him? In early March 2025, Bartley filed paperwork indicating that Stines will pursue an insanity defense, arguing that his client was in an extreme emotional state at the time of the shooting. The move isn't just legal strategy—it's also practical. “We wanted to get Mickey on the calendar for an evaluation,” Bartley said, explaining that Kentucky's backlog means psychological evaluations are currently running 12 to 18 months behind. As the case heads to trial, the legal battle will center not on whether Stines pulled the trigger—that part is indisputable—but on why he did it. Was he, as the video suggests, executing a judge in cold blood? Or was he a man consumed by fear and paranoia, reacting to a perceived threat that only he could see? One thing is clear: Letcher County lost a judge, a sheriff, and any lingering sense of normalcy in a single, shocking afternoon. #KentuckyCourthouseShooting #JudgeMullins #ShawnStinesTrial #LegalDrama Want to listen to ALL of our podcasts AD-FREE? Subscribe through APPLE PODCASTS, and try it for three days free: https://tinyurl.com/ycw626tj Follow Our Other Cases: https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com The latest on The Downfall of Diddy, The Trial of Karen Read, The Murder Of Maddie Soto, Catching the Long Island Serial Killer, Awaiting Admission: BTK's Unconfessed Crimes, Delphi Murders: Inside the Crime, Chad & Lori Daybell, The Murder of Ana Walshe, Alex Murdaugh, Bryan Kohberger, Lucy Letby, Kouri Richins, Malevolent Mormon Mommys, The Menendez Brothers: Quest For Justice, The Murder of Stephen Smith, The Murder of Madeline Kingsbury, The Murder Of Sandra Birchmore, and much more! Listen at https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com

What happens when a sheriff walks into a courthouse and shoots a sitting judge? A cold-blooded act of revenge or a psychological break under extreme emotional distress? That's the question swirling around this bizarre and deeply tangled case involving a courthouse sex-for-leniency scandal, a deposition that may have held damning secrets, and a sheriff who turned himself in claiming his family was in danger. Now, the defense is pushing for an insanity plea, but does the evidence support it? Psychotherapist and author Shavaun Scott breaks down what it truly takes for someone to reach a psychological breaking point like this. Was this an unpredictable snap, or was there something much more calculated at play? And just how deep does the corruption run in this courthouse? #TrueCrime #HiddenKillers #CourthouseScandal #PsychologicalBreak #Corruption #CrimeNews #InsanityDefense Want to listen to ALL of our podcasts AD-FREE? Subscribe through APPLE PODCASTS, and try it for three days free: https://tinyurl.com/ycw626tj Follow Our Other Cases: https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com The latest on The Downfall of Diddy, The Trial of Karen Read, The Murder Of Maddie Soto, Catching the Long Island Serial Killer, Awaiting Admission: BTK's Unconfessed Crimes, Delphi Murders: Inside the Crime, Chad & Lori Daybell, The Murder of Ana Walshe, Alex Murdaugh, Bryan Kohberger, Lucy Letby, Kouri Richins, Malevolent Mormon Mommys, The Menendez Brothers: Quest For Justice, The Murder of Stephen Smith, The Murder of Madeline Kingsbury, The Murder Of Sandra Birchmore, and much more! Listen at https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com

Despite a video showing what appears to be a cold-blooded murder, the attorney representing former Sheriff Shawn ‘Mickey' Stines insists there's more to the case than meets the eye. On September 19, 2024, in the quiet courthouse of Letcher County, Kentucky, Stines allegedly walked into the chambers of District Judge Kevin Mullins and shot him multiple times. The entire incident was captured on surveillance footage, and the images are as damning as they come—Mullins, caught off guard, scrambling to take cover under his desk while Stines keeps firing. But according to defense attorney Jeremy Bartley, what happened in that office wasn't just the result of a single moment but years of tension, legal battles, and alleged threats. “It's extremely complicated,” Bartley told Court TV's Vinnie Politan, pushing back on the apparent open-and-shut nature of the case. “This isn't just about what's seen on the video. There's a bigger story here.” At the time of his murder, Mullins was a key figure in a lawsuit involving allegations of sexual misconduct against a deputy who worked in the courthouse. The lawsuit accused former deputy Ben Fields of coercing women on house arrest into sexual favors, with at least one incident allegedly taking place inside Mullins' own chambers. While Stines wasn't named as a defendant in the suit, he was questioned under oath just days before the shooting. “In the week prior to and the week of the deposition, lots of people noticed that Mickey had become more increasingly paranoid, that he became sleepless, had gone nights without sleep, and there was an overwhelming amount of pressure on him,” Bartley said, painting a picture of a man under immense psychological strain. The deposition, combined with what Bartley described as “a number of people very interested in the outcome,” had allegedly put Stines in a heightened state of distress. Attorney Ned Pillersdorf, who represents the plaintiff in the lawsuit, recalls Stines' deposition as being out of the ordinary. “It wasn't your typical deposition of a sheriff in a civil rights case,” Pillersdorf said, describing Stines' behavior as “odd” but stopping short of speculating on how the lawsuit might connect to the murder. “But having said that, I have no idea why his defense attorney keeps saying that my litigation, the litigation me and my co-counsel are involved in, was somehow a motive in all this. But he keeps saying that.” Stines' attorney claims his client truly believed his family was in immediate danger at the time of the shooting. “Was the threat as imminent as he perceived it to be? Maybe not,” Bartley admitted. “But there was an objective threat to his family.” That's a major claim—one that raises as many questions as it answers. If Stines was, in fact, paranoid and sleep-deprived leading up to the shooting, how much of his fear was rooted in reality? What exactly did he think Mullins—or anyone else, for that matter—was planning to do to him? In early March 2025, Bartley filed paperwork indicating that Stines will pursue an insanity defense, arguing that his client was in an extreme emotional state at the time of the shooting. The move isn't just legal strategy—it's also practical. “We wanted to get Mickey on the calendar for an evaluation,” Bartley said, explaining that Kentucky's backlog means psychological evaluations are currently running 12 to 18 months behind. As the case heads to trial, the legal battle will center not on whether Stines pulled the trigger—that part is indisputable—but on why he did it. Was he, as the video suggests, executing a judge in cold blood? Or was he a man consumed by fear and paranoia, reacting to a perceived threat that only he could see? One thing is clear: Letcher County lost a judge, a sheriff, and any lingering sense of normalcy in a single, shocking afternoon. #KentuckyCourthouseShooting #JudgeMullins #ShawnStinesTrial #LegalDrama Want to listen to ALL of our podcasts AD-FREE? Subscribe through APPLE PODCASTS, and try it for three days free: https://tinyurl.com/ycw626tj Follow Our Other Cases: https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com The latest on The Downfall of Diddy, The Trial of Karen Read, The Murder Of Maddie Soto, Catching the Long Island Serial Killer, Awaiting Admission: BTK's Unconfessed Crimes, Delphi Murders: Inside the Crime, Chad & Lori Daybell, The Murder of Ana Walshe, Alex Murdaugh, Bryan Kohberger, Lucy Letby, Kouri Richins, Malevolent Mormon Mommys, The Menendez Brothers: Quest For Justice, The Murder of Stephen Smith, The Murder of Madeline Kingsbury, The Murder Of Sandra Birchmore, and much more! Listen at https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com 

Former Letcher County Sheriff Mickey Stines plans to plead insanity and use an extreme emotional disturbance defense when he goes on trial for the murder of Judge Kevin Mullins. The shooting was recorded by surveillance cameras last September and led to questions about a possible sex scandal at the courthouse. Law&Crime's Angenette Levy retraces Stines' steps in the hours before the shooting in this episode of Crime Fix — a daily show covering the biggest stories in crime.PLEASE SUPPORT THE SHOW: If you're ever injured in an accident, you can check out Morgan & Morgan. You can submit a claim in 8 clicks or less without having to leave your couch. To start your claim, visit: https://www.forthepeople.com/CrimeFixHost:Angenette Levy https://twitter.com/Angenette5Guest: Jeremy Bartley https://www.facebook.com/jeremyabartley/CRIME FIX PRODUCTION:Head of Social Media, YouTube - Bobby SzokeSocial Media Management - Vanessa BeinVideo Editing - Daniel CamachoGuest Booking - Alyssa Fisher & Diane KayeSTAY UP-TO-DATE WITH THE LAW&CRIME NETWORK:Watch Law&Crime Network on YouTubeTV: https://bit.ly/3td2e3yWhere To Watch Law&Crime Network: https://bit.ly/3akxLK5Sign Up For Law&Crime's Daily Newsletter: https://bit.ly/LawandCrimeNewsletterRead Fascinating Articles From Law&Crime Network: https://bit.ly/3td2IqoLAW&CRIME NETWORK SOCIAL MEDIA:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lawandcrime/Twitter: https://twitter.com/LawCrimeNetworkFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/lawandcrimeTwitch: https://www.twitch.tv/lawandcrimenetworkSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

#STSNation, Welcome to Surviving the Survivor, the show that brings you the very #BestGuests in all of #TrueCrime, covering trending cases like Sheriff Mickey Stines' alleged murder of Judge Kevin Mullins. New video evidence has emerged, shedding light on the moments before the fatal shooting and Steins' mental state at the time. Could this be the foundation for an insanity defense? With shocking new details surfacing, the case is taking unexpected turns. Is Sheriff Mickey Stines on a path to freedom or life behind bars? #BestGuests: Elizabeth Jones – Host of Hillbilly Crime Elizabeth Jones' mother – (Full name TBA) Karm – The matriarch of Surviving the Survivor#SheriffMickeySteins #JudgeKevinMullins #TrueCrime #SurvivingTheSurvivor #CrimeUpdate #BestGuestsGet Joel's Book: Https://amzn.to/48GwbLxAll Things STS: Https://linktr.ee/stspodcastSupport the show on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SurvivingTheSurvivorCatch us live on YouTube: Surviving The Survivor: #BestGuests in True Crime - YouTube

Get Joel's Book: Https://amzn.to/48GwbLxAll Things STS: Https://linktr.ee/stspodcastSupport the show on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SurvivingTheSurvivorCatch us live on YouTube: Surviving The Survivor: #BestGuests in True Crime - YouTubeWhat's up, #STSNation! Welcome to Surviving the Survivor—the podcast that brings you the very #BestGuests in all of #TrueCrime. It's the small-town crime story gripping Kentucky—Sheriff Mickey Stines stands accused of murdering Judge Kevin Mullins, and now a deposition he gave just days before the killing has been unsealed. What does it reveal? Was this a cold-blooded execution, or something deeper? We're breaking it all down with our #BestGuests: Elizabeth Jones – Host of Hillbilly Crime General Mark Davidson – Active District Attorney for five rural Tennessee counties#SheriffMickeyStines #JudgeKevinMullins #LetcherCounty #TrueCrime #TrueCrimeCommunity #Motive #Corruption #SmallTownCorruption #Kentucky #MurderMystery #RuralJustice #LegalDrama #SurvivingTheSurvivor

Recapping former Sheriff Mickey Stines status conference last week. Lori Vallow Daybell wants her AZ case for conspiracy to commit murder  against ex-nephew-in-law, Brandon Boudreaux, to be tossed citing lack of speedy trial. Let's read her filing.Bryan Kohberger has a 2-day hearing starting tomorrow, January 23rd. The judge will not allow the public to attend and live streaming will be off and on depending on if the arguments are under seal. What does the defense want to keep out? 00:00 Introduction01:10 Sheriff Mickey Stines02:30 Lori Vallow Daybell 07:06 Bryan KohbergerDonate: PayPal - paypal.com/paypalme/prettyliesandalibisVenmo - @prettyliesalibisBuy Me A Coffee - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/prettyliesrCash App- PrettyliesandalibisAll links: https://linktr.ee/prettyliesandalibis10% off with code Sherlock 10 at checkout Merch: prettyliesandalibis.myshopify.comPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/PrettyLiesAndAlibisBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/pretty-lies-and-alibis--4447192/support.

Attorneys prosecuting former Letcher County Sheriff Shawn “Mickey” Stines have reported a “voluminous” amount of evidence in their case, which could take up to six months to thoroughly review. Stines, 44, stands accused of murdering his longtime friend, District Judge Kevin Mullins, in Mullins' office on September 19, 2024. During a virtual court hearing, Stines appeared silent and subdued, wearing a gray jumpsuit, while his attorneys addressed Circuit Court Judge Christopher Cohron. Defense attorney Jeremy Bartley stated that the evidence received from prosecutors is extensive and still under review. Prosecutor Jackie Steele added that additional evidence is being tested, estimating that discovery would be completed within four to six months. The indictment against Stines stems from video footage that allegedly captured him shooting Mullins eight times during a heated exchange inside the judge's office. The chilling video, presented during an October preliminary hearing, shows Mullins raising his hands in fear and attempting to turn away before being shot. Stines surrendered to authorities without incident shortly after the fatal confrontation and resigned as sheriff 11 days later. The two men, described as longtime friends, reportedly had lunch together hours before the killing. While investigators have not identified a clear motive, they have suggested that a possible “sex scandal” may have influenced the crime. A grand jury formally indicted Stines on one count of murder of a public official in November 2024. Judge Cohron, appointed as a special judge for the case, will oversee the proceedings, including future bond discussions. Bartley indicated during the hearing that the defense plans to request a bond for Stines at a later date. If convicted, Stines could face the death penalty for the killing of Mullins, who was 54 at the time of his death. The case continues to unfold as both sides prepare for what is expected to be a lengthy legal process. #KentuckyNews #ShawnStines #JudgeMurderCase #LegalUpdates #TrueCrime #JusticeSystem #MurderTrial Want to listen to ALL of our podcasts AD-FREE? Subscribe through APPLE PODCASTS, and try it for three days free: https://tinyurl.com/ycw626tj Follow Our Other Cases: https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com The latest on The Downfall of Diddy, The Trial of Karen Read, The Murder Of Maddie Soto, Catching the Long Island Serial Killer, Awaiting Admission: BTK's Unconfessed Crimes, Delphi Murders: Inside the Crime, Chad & Lori Daybell, The Murder of Ana Walshe, Alex Murdaugh, Bryan Kohberger, Lucy Letby, Kouri Richins, Malevolent Mormon Mommys, The Menendez Brothers: Quest For Justice, The Murder of Stephen Smith, The Murder of Madeline Kingsbury, The Murder Of Sandra Birchmore, and much more! Listen at https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com

Attorneys prosecuting former Letcher County Sheriff Shawn “Mickey” Stines have reported a “voluminous” amount of evidence in their case, which could take up to six months to thoroughly review. Stines, 44, stands accused of murdering his longtime friend, District Judge Kevin Mullins, in Mullins' office on September 19, 2024. During a virtual court hearing, Stines appeared silent and subdued, wearing a gray jumpsuit, while his attorneys addressed Circuit Court Judge Christopher Cohron. Defense attorney Jeremy Bartley stated that the evidence received from prosecutors is extensive and still under review. Prosecutor Jackie Steele added that additional evidence is being tested, estimating that discovery would be completed within four to six months. The indictment against Stines stems from video footage that allegedly captured him shooting Mullins eight times during a heated exchange inside the judge's office. The chilling video, presented during an October preliminary hearing, shows Mullins raising his hands in fear and attempting to turn away before being shot. Stines surrendered to authorities without incident shortly after the fatal confrontation and resigned as sheriff 11 days later. The two men, described as longtime friends, reportedly had lunch together hours before the killing. While investigators have not identified a clear motive, they have suggested that a possible “sex scandal” may have influenced the crime. A grand jury formally indicted Stines on one count of murder of a public official in November 2024. Judge Cohron, appointed as a special judge for the case, will oversee the proceedings, including future bond discussions. Bartley indicated during the hearing that the defense plans to request a bond for Stines at a later date. If convicted, Stines could face the death penalty for the killing of Mullins, who was 54 at the time of his death. The case continues to unfold as both sides prepare for what is expected to be a lengthy legal process. #KentuckyNews #ShawnStines #JudgeMurderCase #LegalUpdates #TrueCrime #JusticeSystem #MurderTrial Want to listen to ALL of our podcasts AD-FREE? Subscribe through APPLE PODCASTS, and try it for three days free: https://tinyurl.com/ycw626tj Follow Our Other Cases: https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com The latest on The Downfall of Diddy, The Trial of Karen Read, The Murder Of Maddie Soto, Catching the Long Island Serial Killer, Awaiting Admission: BTK's Unconfessed Crimes, Delphi Murders: Inside the Crime, Chad & Lori Daybell, The Murder of Ana Walshe, Alex Murdaugh, Bryan Kohberger, Lucy Letby, Kouri Richins, Malevolent Mormon Mommys, The Menendez Brothers: Quest For Justice, The Murder of Stephen Smith, The Murder of Madeline Kingsbury, The Murder Of Sandra Birchmore, and much more! Listen at https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com

Attorneys prosecuting former Letcher County Sheriff Shawn “Mickey” Stines have reported a “voluminous” amount of evidence in their case, which could take up to six months to thoroughly review. Stines, 44, stands accused of murdering his longtime friend, District Judge Kevin Mullins, in Mullins' office on September 19, 2024. During a virtual court hearing, Stines appeared silent and subdued, wearing a gray jumpsuit, while his attorneys addressed Circuit Court Judge Christopher Cohron. Defense attorney Jeremy Bartley stated that the evidence received from prosecutors is extensive and still under review. Prosecutor Jackie Steele added that additional evidence is being tested, estimating that discovery would be completed within four to six months. The indictment against Stines stems from video footage that allegedly captured him shooting Mullins eight times during a heated exchange inside the judge's office. The chilling video, presented during an October preliminary hearing, shows Mullins raising his hands in fear and attempting to turn away before being shot. Stines surrendered to authorities without incident shortly after the fatal confrontation and resigned as sheriff 11 days later. The two men, described as longtime friends, reportedly had lunch together hours before the killing. While investigators have not identified a clear motive, they have suggested that a possible “sex scandal” may have influenced the crime. A grand jury formally indicted Stines on one count of murder of a public official in November 2024. Judge Cohron, appointed as a special judge for the case, will oversee the proceedings, including future bond discussions. Bartley indicated during the hearing that the defense plans to request a bond for Stines at a later date. If convicted, Stines could face the death penalty for the killing of Mullins, who was 54 at the time of his death. The case continues to unfold as both sides prepare for what is expected to be a lengthy legal process. #KentuckyNews #ShawnStines #JudgeMurderCase #LegalUpdates #TrueCrime #JusticeSystem #MurderTrial Want to listen to ALL of our podcasts AD-FREE? Subscribe through APPLE PODCASTS, and try it for three days free: https://tinyurl.com/ycw626tj Follow Our Other Cases: https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com The latest on The Downfall of Diddy, The Trial of Karen Read, The Murder Of Maddie Soto, Catching the Long Island Serial Killer, Awaiting Admission: BTK's Unconfessed Crimes, Delphi Murders: Inside the Crime, Chad & Lori Daybell, The Murder of Ana Walshe, Alex Murdaugh, Bryan Kohberger, Lucy Letby, Kouri Richins, Malevolent Mormon Mommys, The Menendez Brothers: Quest For Justice, The Murder of Stephen Smith, The Murder of Madeline Kingsbury, The Murder Of Sandra Birchmore, and much more! Listen at https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com 

Ex-Sheriff Mickey Stines Considering Insanity Defense?

Shawn 'Mickey' Stines Seeks Release...

Get Joel's Book: Https://amzn.to/48GwbLxAll Things STS: Https://linktr.ee/stspodcastSupport the show on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SurvivingTheSurvivorCatch us live on YouTube: Surviving The Survivor: #BestGuests in True Crime - YouTubeWhat's up, #STSNation!Welcome to Surviving The Survivor, the podcast that brings you the #BestGuests in all of true crime. A newly released 911 call has revealed the horrifying aftermath that followed a Kentucky judge being shot dead in his courthouse. Shawn 'Mickey' Stines, 43, is accused of gunning down Kentucky District Judge Kevin Mullins, 54, in his chambers on September 19.

Former Kentucky Sheriff Claims Judge Operated Brothel Amid Murder Trial The high-profile murder trial of former Kentucky sheriff Shawn Stines has taken a shocking turn as his defense team builds a case alleging that slain U.S. District Judge Kevin Mullins was involved in illicit activities within his chambers. Stines, who was charged with fatally shooting Mullins in his chambers, claims the killing was tied to revelations of corruption and misconduct. The accusations against Mullins were first brought to light during the criminal investigation of former deputy sheriff Ben Fields. Fields was convicted earlier this year on charges of rape, sodomy, perjury, and tampering with a prisoner monitoring device. As part of that investigation, witness Sabrina Adkins alleged in a police interview that Mullins exchanged legal leniency for sexual favors and allowed his chambers to be used for sexual misconduct. Adkins detailed her claims in an audio recording obtained by NewsNation. "He does have some videotapes of some stuff in the judge's chambers," she said. "Just with girls, sexual and stuff. I've seen one partly." She further alleged that Fields coerced her into performing sexual acts in the judge's chambers, promising to tamper with her ankle monitor to keep her out of jail. These allegations form the backbone of a civil lawsuit Adkins filed in January 2022. In the lawsuit, she accused Mullins and Fields of using the judge's chambers as a location to carry out assaults and other illicit activities. “There were no cameras,” the lawsuit stated, describing the chambers as a secluded area exploited by those in positions of power. Three days before the fatal shooting, Stines, a longtime friend of Mullins, was deposed in Adkins' lawsuit. His attorney, Jeremy Bartley, has indicated that Adkins' allegations and the findings from Fields' case are central to the defense. “This is a large story. It's a story that, in some ways, is difficult to tell,” Bartley said during a recent court hearing. He described the accusations against Mullins as “crucial” to understanding Stines' actions. Adkins' lawsuit further alleges that Fields used his authority as a deputy sheriff to intimidate her and others into compliance. The chambers, she claims, became a hub for illegal activities due to their lack of surveillance. “Fields assaulted me there more than once, and Mullins knew,” Adkins wrote in her lawsuit. Fields' conviction earlier this year has already exposed significant corruption within the local justice system. Now, with the murder of Mullins, the spotlight has intensified on the alleged abuse of power by judicial officials. The revelations have sparked national discussions about systemic corruption and the unchecked authority of public servants. Stines remains in custody, and his trial is expected to delve deeper into the disturbing allegations surrounding Judge Mullins. The case continues to draw national attention, as it raises broader questions about the integrity of the judicial system and the lengths to which individuals might go to expose corruption. #CorruptionScandal #KentuckyNews #JudgeMisconduct #ShockingRevelations #JusticeSystemReform #HighProfileTrial #BreakingNews Want to listen to ALL of our podcasts AD-FREE? Subscribe through APPLE PODCASTS, and try it for three days free: https://tinyurl.com/ycw626tj Follow Our Other Cases: https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com The latest on The Downfall of Diddy, The Trial of Karen Read, The Murder Of Maddie Soto, Catching the Long Island Serial Killer, Awaiting Admission: BTK's Unconfessed Crimes, Delphi Murders: Inside the Crime, Chad & Lori Daybell, The Murder of Ana Walshe, Alex Murdaugh, Bryan Kohberger, Lucy Letby, Kouri Richins, Malevolent Mormon Mommys, The Menendez Brothers: Quest For Justice, The Murder of Stephen Smith, The Murder of Madeline Kingsbury, The Murder Of Sandra Birchmore, and much more! Listen at https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com

Former Kentucky Sheriff Claims Judge Operated Brothel Amid Murder Trial The high-profile murder trial of former Kentucky sheriff Shawn Stines has taken a shocking turn as his defense team builds a case alleging that slain U.S. District Judge Kevin Mullins was involved in illicit activities within his chambers. Stines, who was charged with fatally shooting Mullins in his chambers, claims the killing was tied to revelations of corruption and misconduct. The accusations against Mullins were first brought to light during the criminal investigation of former deputy sheriff Ben Fields. Fields was convicted earlier this year on charges of rape, sodomy, perjury, and tampering with a prisoner monitoring device. As part of that investigation, witness Sabrina Adkins alleged in a police interview that Mullins exchanged legal leniency for sexual favors and allowed his chambers to be used for sexual misconduct. Adkins detailed her claims in an audio recording obtained by NewsNation. "He does have some videotapes of some stuff in the judge's chambers," she said. "Just with girls, sexual and stuff. I've seen one partly." She further alleged that Fields coerced her into performing sexual acts in the judge's chambers, promising to tamper with her ankle monitor to keep her out of jail. These allegations form the backbone of a civil lawsuit Adkins filed in January 2022. In the lawsuit, she accused Mullins and Fields of using the judge's chambers as a location to carry out assaults and other illicit activities. “There were no cameras,” the lawsuit stated, describing the chambers as a secluded area exploited by those in positions of power. Three days before the fatal shooting, Stines, a longtime friend of Mullins, was deposed in Adkins' lawsuit. His attorney, Jeremy Bartley, has indicated that Adkins' allegations and the findings from Fields' case are central to the defense. “This is a large story. It's a story that, in some ways, is difficult to tell,” Bartley said during a recent court hearing. He described the accusations against Mullins as “crucial” to understanding Stines' actions. Adkins' lawsuit further alleges that Fields used his authority as a deputy sheriff to intimidate her and others into compliance. The chambers, she claims, became a hub for illegal activities due to their lack of surveillance. “Fields assaulted me there more than once, and Mullins knew,” Adkins wrote in her lawsuit. Fields' conviction earlier this year has already exposed significant corruption within the local justice system. Now, with the murder of Mullins, the spotlight has intensified on the alleged abuse of power by judicial officials. The revelations have sparked national discussions about systemic corruption and the unchecked authority of public servants. Stines remains in custody, and his trial is expected to delve deeper into the disturbing allegations surrounding Judge Mullins. The case continues to draw national attention, as it raises broader questions about the integrity of the judicial system and the lengths to which individuals might go to expose corruption. #CorruptionScandal #KentuckyNews #JudgeMisconduct #ShockingRevelations #JusticeSystemReform #HighProfileTrial #BreakingNews Want to listen to ALL of our podcasts AD-FREE? Subscribe through APPLE PODCASTS, and try it for three days free: https://tinyurl.com/ycw626tj Follow Our Other Cases: https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com The latest on The Downfall of Diddy, The Trial of Karen Read, The Murder Of Maddie Soto, Catching the Long Island Serial Killer, Awaiting Admission: BTK's Unconfessed Crimes, Delphi Murders: Inside the Crime, Chad & Lori Daybell, The Murder of Ana Walshe, Alex Murdaugh, Bryan Kohberger, Lucy Letby, Kouri Richins, Malevolent Mormon Mommys, The Menendez Brothers: Quest For Justice, The Murder of Stephen Smith, The Murder of Madeline Kingsbury, The Murder Of Sandra Birchmore, and much more! Listen at https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com

The high-profile murder trial of former Kentucky sheriff Shawn Stines has taken a shocking turn as his defense team builds a case alleging that slain U.S. District Judge Kevin Mullins was involved in illicit activities within his chambers. Stines, who was charged with fatally shooting Mullins in his chambers, claims the killing was tied to revelations of corruption and misconduct. The accusations against Mullins were first brought to light during the criminal investigation of former deputy sheriff Ben Fields. Fields was convicted earlier this year on charges of rape, sodomy, perjury, and tampering with a prisoner monitoring device. As part of that investigation, witness Sabrina Adkins alleged in a police interview that Mullins exchanged legal leniency for sexual favors and allowed his chambers to be used for sexual misconduct. Adkins detailed her claims in an audio recording obtained by NewsNation. "He does have some videotapes of some stuff in the judge's chambers," she said. "Just with girls, sexual and stuff. I've seen one partly." She further alleged that Fields coerced her into performing sexual acts in the judge's chambers, promising to tamper with her ankle monitor to keep her out of jail. These allegations form the backbone of a civil lawsuit Adkins filed in January 2022. In the lawsuit, she accused Mullins and Fields of using the judge's chambers as a location to carry out assaults and other illicit activities. “There were no cameras,” the lawsuit stated, describing the chambers as a secluded area exploited by those in positions of power. Three days before the fatal shooting, Stines, a longtime friend of Mullins, was deposed in Adkins' lawsuit. His attorney, Jeremy Bartley, has indicated that Adkins' allegations and the findings from Fields' case are central to the defense. “This is a large story. It's a story that, in some ways, is difficult to tell,” Bartley said during a recent court hearing. He described the accusations against Mullins as “crucial” to understanding Stines' actions. Adkins' lawsuit further alleges that Fields used his authority as a deputy sheriff to intimidate her and others into compliance. The chambers, she claims, became a hub for illegal activities due to their lack of surveillance. “Fields assaulted me there more than once, and Mullins knew,” Adkins wrote in her lawsuit. Fields' conviction earlier this year has already exposed significant corruption within the local justice system. Now, with the murder of Mullins, the spotlight has intensified on the alleged abuse of power by judicial officials. The revelations have sparked national discussions about systemic corruption and the unchecked authority of public servants. Stines remains in custody, and his trial is expected to delve deeper into the disturbing allegations surrounding Judge Mullins. The case continues to draw national attention, as it raises broader questions about the integrity of the judicial system and the lengths to which individuals might go to expose corruption. #CorruptionScandal #KentuckyNews #JudgeMisconduct #ShockingRevelations #JusticeSystemReform #HighProfileTrial #BreakingNews Want to listen to ALL of our podcasts AD-FREE? Subscribe through APPLE PODCASTS, and try it for three days free: https://tinyurl.com/ycw626tj Follow Our Other Cases: https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com The latest on The Downfall of Diddy, The Trial of Karen Read, The Murder Of Maddie Soto, Catching the Long Island Serial Killer, Awaiting Admission: BTK's Unconfessed Crimes, Delphi Murders: Inside the Crime, Chad & Lori Daybell, The Murder of Ana Walshe, Alex Murdaugh, Bryan Kohberger, Lucy Letby, Kouri Richins, Malevolent Mormon Mommys, The Menendez Brothers: Quest For Justice, The Murder of Stephen Smith, The Murder of Madeline Kingsbury, The Murder Of Sandra Birchmore, and much more! Listen at https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com

Sheriff Shawn Stines is accused of shooting and killing Judge Kevin Mullins in the judge's chambers. This tragic incident raises questions about why their friendship ended in such a deadly manner. In this episode of the Court TV Podcast, Vinnie Politan analyzes the case, exploring potential motives and defenses for the former sheriff.For more on the case, CLICK HERE. (https://www.courttv.com/tag/shawn-stines/)Watch 24/7 Court TV LIVE Stream Today https://www.courttv.com/Join the Investigation Newsletter https://www.courttv.com/email/Court TV Podcast https://www.courttv.com/podcast/FOLLOW THE CASE:Facebook https://www.facebook.com/courttvTwitter/X https://twitter.com/CourtTVInstagram https://www.instagram.com/courttvnetwork/TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@courttvliveYouTube https://www.youtube.com/c/COURTTVWATCH +140 FREE TRIALS IN THE COURT TV ARCHIVEhttps://www.courttv.com/trials/HOW TO FIND COURT TVhttps://www.courttv.com/where-to-watch/

Solve the MURDEROUS Mystery of Sheriff Stines and Judge Kevin Mullins #SheriffStines #JudgeMullins #Courtroomshooting Uncover the shocking truth behind the mysterious case of Sheriff Stines and Judge Kevin Mullins! In this gripping investigation, we delve into the intriguing details of a case that has left many questions unanswered. From surprising twists to stunning revelations, get ready to have your mind blown as we crack open the secrets surrounding these two prominent figures.

Mickey Stines' Shocking Plea in Judge Mullins Shooting #MickeyStines #JudgeMullins #Shootingincourtroom In this shocking video we hear the not guilty plea of Sheriff Stines in the cold blooded murder of Judge Mullins. It is quite clear the how in regards to this case, however the why is not clear. The defense is hoping for a charge of manslaughter in regards to this case.

"Shocking Judge Murder: Kentucky Sheriff Stines Pleads Not Guilty" #SheriffStines #JudgeMullins #Kentuckycourtroommurder In a shocking turn of events, Kentucky Sheriff Stines is speaking out to clear his name after being accused of a heinous crime. With his reputation on the line, Sheriff Stines had his attorney enter a not guilty plea in court. How does Sheriff Stines defense attorney's intend to fight this case?

Update on the Menendez Brothers Resentencing hearing. The judge has delayed the hearing that was set for December 11, 2024. The judge in the Pike Co Massacre case granted the defense request to move Billy Wagners trial out of Pike County. He also set a sentencing date for Jake & Angela Wagner - will they still testify against Billy at his upcoming trial?Sheriff Mickey Stines was arraigned today after a grand jury handed down an indictment for murder of a public official last week. His defense attorney says the former sheriff's defense in the case is "compelling"  All links: https://linktr.ee/prettyliesandalibisMerch: prettyliesandalibis.myshopify.com -10% off with code Sherlock10Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/PrettyLiesAndAlibisDonate: PayPal - prettyliesandalibis@gmail.com Venmo - @prettyliesalibisBuy Me A Coffee - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/prettyliesrCash App- PrettyliesandalibisBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/pretty-lies-and-alibis--4447192/support.

On today's bonus episode, Jamie and John interview Jeremy Bartley, the attorney representing former Letcher County Sheriff Mickey Stines. Does the nationwide publicity make this case more difficult? What is the outcome his client is seeking? Will justice be served? All this and more on today's bonus True Crimecast. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/true-crimecast--4106013/support.