Courtroom Confidential

Joshua Ritter

Courtroom Confidential, hosted by Joshua Ritter, is your weekly rendezvous with the latest updates in headline-making criminal cases nationwide. With his background as a former L.A. County prosecutor now practicing as a criminal defense attorney, Joshua brings a unique blend of professionalism and a personal touch to the table. Join Joshua every Friday to explore the ever-developing legal landscape and gain a deeper understanding of how the legal system operates.

  1. 1d ago

    LIVE! George Pino Found Not Guilty: Did The Jury Get It Right? Plus, Karmelo Anthony & Alex Murdaugh

    Josh Ritter is joined by Dave Aronberg, former Palm Beach County State Attorney, to break down closing arguments and verdict in the George Pino trial, the Florida boating crash case involving the death of 17-year-old Luciana “Lucy” Fernandez. 0:00 - Intro 2:34 - Welcome Dave Aronberg 4:08 - George Pino 31:35 - Goodbye Dave 32:59 - Thank You's 38:08 - Karmelo Anthony 47:42 - Alex Murdaugh 52:58 - Announcements George Pino is accused in connection with the deadly Boca Chita Key boat crash that killed Lucy Fernandez and injured others. Tonight, Josh and Dave analyze the closing arguments and the biggest questions now before the jury. As the jury begins weighing the evidence, Josh and Dave discuss the key legal issues in the George Pino trial, including the prosecution’s theory of the case, the defense arguments, and the evidence jurors may focus on during deliberations. Plus, vote in tonight’s Viewers' Choice poll to decide which case Josh covers next: Karmelo Anthony: Trial Evidence Released — Newly released trial evidence shows Karmelo Anthony at the scene before and after the stabbing death of Austin Metcalf. Tyler Robinson: Hearsay Ruling, Sanctions Decision Delayed — Alleged Charlie Kirk assassin Tyler Robinson had a virtual hearing today as the judge ruled on whether hearsay will be admissible at his upcoming preliminary hearing, while delaying a decision on possible sanctions against prosecutors until Friday. Alex Murdaugh: Can Becky Hill Escape Lawsuit? — Former Colleton County Clerk of Court Becky Hill is fighting to dismiss Alex Murdaugh’s civil lawsuit tied to allegations surrounding his murder trial. About Joshua Ritter: Joshua Ritter is a criminal defense attorney and former prosecutor providing legal commentary and analysis on the nation’s biggest true crime cases. Follow Dave Aronberg: https://davearonberglaw.com/ X: https://x.com/aronberg Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/davearonberg/ Follow Josh: https://x.com/JoshuaRitterESQ https://www.instagram.com/joshuaritteresq/ https://www.joshuaritter.com/ https://www.thecourtroomconfidential.com/ Merch: https://shop.thecourtroomconfidential.com/ Support our moderators: https://buymeacoffee.com/courtroomconfidential DISCLAIMER: The information in this video is for educational purposes only. This content does not constitute legal advice. No attorney-client relationship is established by watching this video. FAIR USE NOTICE: These videos might include copyrighted materials that have not been explicitly authorized by the copyright owner. We are providing these materials for purposes such as criticism, commentary, education, research and news reporting, which fall under the fair use provisions of Section 107 of the U.S. Copyright Law. #GeorgePino #GeorgePinoTrial #BocaChita #LucyFernandez #LucianaFernandez #VerdictWatch #DaveAronberg #CourtroomConfidential #JoshuaRitter #TrueCrime #LegalAnalysis #KarmeloAnthony #AustinMetcalf #TylerRobinson #CharlieKirk #AlexMurdaugh #BeckyHill Support the show

    1h 1m

  2. 2d ago

    True Crime Q&A: George Pino, Bryan Kohberger, Taylor Parker, Nick Reiner, Summer Wells & More

    Criminal defense attorney and former prosecutor Joshua Ritter answers viewer questions on the biggest cases in true crime, including Bryan Kohberger, Nick Reiner, George Pino, Taylor Parker, Summer Wells and more. Phone-a-friend:  @CrimeJusticePod   Summer Merch Collection: https://shop.thecourtroomconfidential.com/collections/summer-collection Want to ask Josh your true crime legal question for next Sunday Funday? Get your questions in before 11:59pm PT Friday! Click the tab on the right side here: https://www.thecourtroomconfidential.com/ Sunday Funday Playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLiteA2x_mfo3H6cFS91S0tBu600tjCeFJ&si=Afeir78gpaWnjK8K Courtroom Confidential: Live Trials: https://www.youtube.com/@CCLiveTrials Become a CC Crew member: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQVmA_wratr69AQdmWtRLAw/join Give us a follow: https://www.instagram.com/joshuaritteresq/ https://x.com/JoshuaRitterESQ https://www.tiktok.com/@joshuaritteresq https://www.joshuaritter.com/ https://www.thecourtroomconfidential.com/ DISCLAIMER: The information in this video is for educational purposes only. This content does not constitute legal advice. No attorney-client relationship is established by watching this video. FAIR USE NOTICE: These videos might include copyrighted materials that have not been explicitly authorized by the copyright owner. We are providing these materials for purposes such as criticism, commentary, education, research and news reporting, which fall under the fair use provisions of Section 107 of the US Copyright Law. #d4vd #celesterivas #taylorparker #nickreiner #robreiner #michelereiner #jakereiner #deathpenalty #georgepino #luigimangione #rexheuermann #truecrime #truecrimecommunity #truecrimepodcast #legalanalysis #criminaldefense #livetrial #courtroomconfidential #evidence #selfdefense #juryselection #murder #manslaughter Support the show

    2h 20m

  3. 4d ago

    Luigi Mangione Defense Reversal: Why Did They Backtrack? Plus, Tyler Robinson, Lindsay Clancy, George Pino & Hero of the Week

    Criminal defense attorney and former prosecutor Joshua Ritter breaks down the latest major development in the Luigi Mangione case: his legal team has withdrawn its intent to invoke a psychiatric defense in the state case over the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson. 0:00 - Intro 3:06 - Luigi Mangione 18:57 - Tyler Robinson 27:44 - Lindsay Clancy 33:13 - George Pino 43:27 - Hero of the Week - Cobb County Police Department https://www.facebook.com/CobbCountyPoliceDepartment 50:24 - Announcements Mangione’s defense had indicated it was prepared to argue that he suffered from an “extreme emotional disturbance,” but just one day later, the defense pulled that strategy back. Josh explains what a psychiatric defense could have meant, why withdrawing it matters, what records the defense may have avoided turning over, and how this could shape the case moving forward. Then, in tonight’s Leftovers segment, Josh covers major updates in three more headline-making cases: Tyler Robinson / Charlie Kirk Case — Prosecutors are opposing the defense effort to make Lance Twiggs appear live at Robinson’s preliminary hearing. Twiggs, Robinson’s former roommate and boyfriend, received use immunity for statements about the shooting. Josh breaks down what use immunity means, why the defense wants live testimony, and why prosecutors say the recorded statement and messages are enough. Lindsay Clancy — Ahead of her July murder trial, Clancy’s defense is fighting what her attorney called “voodoo forensics” and “junk science.” Josh explains the battle over expert demonstrations, the 911 call, a jury view of the home, and how courts decide what jurors should see and hear in a case this emotionally charged. George Pino — As closing arguments approach in the deadly Florida boating case, Pino declined a lesser-included offense instruction. Josh explains why a defendant might reject a lesser option, how jury instructions can shape deliberations, and what the prosecution and defense are fighting over before the case goes to the jury. Join the CC Crew LIVE for legal analysis, courtroom insight, and the biggest true crime updates of the week. About Joshua Ritter: Joshua Ritter is a criminal defense attorney and former prosecutor providing legal commentary and analysis on the nation’s biggest true crime cases. Follow Josh: https://x.com/JoshuaRitterESQ https://www.instagram.com/joshuaritteresq/ https://www.joshuaritter.com/ https://www.thecourtroomconfidential.com/ Merch: https://shop.thecourtroomconfidential.com/ Support our moderators: https://buymeacoffee.com/courtroomconfidential DISCLAIMER: The information in this video is for educational purposes only. This content does not constitute legal advice. No attorney-client relationship is established by watching this video. All individuals are presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty in a court of law. FAIR USE NOTICE: These videos might include copyrighted materials that have not been explicitly authorized by the copyright owner. We are providing these materials for purposes such as criticism, commentary, education, research and news reporting, which fall under the fair use provisions of Section 107 of the U.S. Copyright Law. #LuigiMangione #BrianThompson #CourtroomConfidential #TylerRobinson #CharlieKirk #LindsayClancy #GeorgePino #LucyFernandez #TrueCrime #LegalAnalysis #JoshuaRitter #WeeklyRoundup #MurderTrial #CriminalDefense #CourtroomAnalysis Support the show

    57 min

  4. 6d ago

    Rex Heuermann Sentencing: What Happened Inside Court With Laura Ingle & Michael Ruiz

    Former prosecutor and criminal defense attorney Josh Ritter breaks down the Rex Heuermann sentencing in the Gilgo Beach murders case with firsthand reporting from inside court. First, Josh is joined by Laura Ingle to discuss what happened inside the courtroom as Heuermann was sentenced, including the judge’s remarks, the victim impact statements, the sentence, and the emotional weight of the long-awaited hearing in the Long Island serial killer case. Then, Fox News Digital investigative reporter Michael Ruiz joins Josh with more reporting from inside court. Ruiz was in the courtroom as Heuermann faced sentencing, and he joins Josh to discuss what stood out, how the families responded, what Heuermann said or did not say, and the biggest remaining questions in the Gilgo Beach murders case. Join us LIVE for analysis of the Rex Heuermann sentencing, the Gilgo Beach murders, what happened inside court, the victim impact statements, the judge’s remarks, and what comes next in the Long Island serial killer case. About Joshua Ritter: Joshua Ritter is a criminal defense attorney and former prosecutor providing legal commentary and analysis on the nation’s biggest true crime cases. Follow Laura Ingle: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCVw9sjS3UjUYJyjtXibHcQ https://x.com/lauraingle https://www.instagram.com/lauraingletv?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ== Follow Michael Ruiz: https://www.foxnews.com/person/r/michael-ruiz https://x.com/mikerreports https://www.tiktok.com/@mikerreports Follow Josh: https://x.com/JoshuaRitterESQ https://www.instagram.com/joshuaritteresq/ https://www.joshuaritter.com/ https://www.thecourtroomconfidential.com/ Merch: https://shop.thecourtroomconfidential.com/ Support our moderators: https://buymeacoffee.com/courtroomconfidential DISCLAIMER: The information in this video is for educational purposes only. This content does not constitute legal advice. No attorney-client relationship is established by watching this video. All individuals are presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty in a court of law. FAIR USE NOTICE: These videos might include copyrighted materials that have not been explicitly authorized by the copyright owner. We are providing these materials for purposes such as criticism, commentary, education, research and news reporting, which fall under the fair use provisions of Section 107 of the U.S. Copyright Law. #RexHeuermann #GilgoBeach #GilgoBeachMurders #LongIslandSerialKiller #LauraIngle #MichaelRuiz #JoshuaRitter #CourtroomConfidential #TrueCrime #LegalAnalysis #Sentencing #VictimImpactStatements #InsideCourt Support the show

    55 min

  5. Jun 16

    Can the FBI Trust Rex Heuermann? Prosecutor Who Took on Serial Killers Explains Sentencing

    Josh Ritter is joined by Matt Murphy, former Orange County, California homicide prosecutor and author of The Book of Murder, to break down what to expect ahead of Long Island Serial Killer Rex Heuermann's sentencing, set for Wednesday, June 17. During his 17-year tenure as a homicide prosecutor, Matt Murphy specialized in high-profile serial killer cases, cold cases, and complex “no-body” murders. Tonight, Josh and Matt discuss what to expect at the Rex Heuermann sentencing, and what justice can still require when a defendant is already expected to spend the rest of his life in prison. As part of Heuermann’s plea, he agreed to cooperate with the FBI’s Behavioral Analysis Unit as part of an academic and scientific exercise. But can the FBI trust Rex Heuermann? Josh and Matt break down whether investigators can learn from Heuermann, how prosecutors guard against manipulation, and whether this gives him one more chance to control the story in the LISK case. Plus, viewers will vote in tonight’s Viewers' Choice poll to decide which case Josh covers next: Larry Millete Trial — Trial is underway for the California father accused of murdering his missing wife, Maya Millete, in a no-body case that prosecutors say centers on the collapse of their marriage. George Pino Trial — The Florida boating crash trial continues for George Pino, accused in the crash that killed 17-year-old Luciana “Lucy” Fernandez. Palisades Fire Trial — Jonathan Rinderknecht is on trial in federal court after prosecutors accused him of intentionally starting the fire that later became the deadly Palisades Fire, while the defense argues fireworks may have caused the initial blaze. About Joshua Ritter:  Joshua Ritter is a criminal defense attorney and former prosecutor providing legal commentary and analysis on the nation’s biggest true crime cases. Follow Matt Murphy: https://www.instagram.com/mattmurphylaw https://www.thebookofmurder.com/about/ Follow Josh:  https://x.com/JoshuaRitterESQ  https://www.instagram.com/joshuaritteresq/  https://www.joshuaritter.com/  https://www.thecourtroomconfidential.com/ Merch:  https://shop.thecourtroomconfidential.com/ Support our moderators:  https://buymeacoffee.com/courtroomconfidential DISCLAIMER: The information in this video is for educational purposes only. This content does not constitute legal advice. No attorney-client relationship is established by watching this video. FAIR USE NOTICE: These videos might include copyrighted materials that have not been explicitly authorized by the copyright owner. We are providing these materials for purposes such as criticism, commentary, education, research and news reporting, which fall under the fair use provisions of Section 107 of the U.S. Copyright Law. #RexHeuermann #GilgoBeach #LISK #LongIslandSerialKiller #MattMurphy #TheBookOfMurder #CourtroomConfidential #JoshuaRitter #TrueCrime #LegalAnalysis #FBI #BehavioralAnalysis #LarryMillete #MayaMillete #GeorgePino #PalisadesFire #JonathanRinderknecht Support the show

    1h 14m

  6. Jun 15

    LIVE! True Crime Q&A: Karmelo Anthony, Nick Reiner, Tyler Robinson, Alex Murdaugh & More

    True crime, legal analysis, and YOUR questions—LIVE! Criminal defense attorney and former prosecutor Joshua Ritter answers viewer questions on the biggest cases in true crime, including Karmelo Anthony, Nick Reiner, Tyler Robinson, Adam Montgomery, Alex Murdaugh, and more. Summer Merch Collection: https://shop.thecourtroomconfidential.com/collections/summer-collection Want to ask Josh your true crime legal question for next Sunday Funday? Get your questions in before 11:59pm PT Friday! Click the tab on the right side here: https://www.thecourtroomconfidential.com/ Sunday Funday Playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLiteA2x_mfo3H6cFS91S0tBu600tjCeFJ&si=Afeir78gpaWnjK8K Courtroom Confidential: Live Trials: https://www.youtube.com/@CCLiveTrials Become a CC Crew member: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQVmA_wratr69AQdmWtRLAw/join Give us a follow: https://www.instagram.com/joshuaritteresq/ https://x.com/JoshuaRitterESQ https://www.tiktok.com/@joshuaritteresq https://www.joshuaritter.com/ https://www.thecourtroomconfidential.com/ DISCLAIMER: The information in this video is for educational purposes only. This content does not constitute legal advice. No attorney-client relationship is established by watching this video. FAIR USE NOTICE: These videos might include copyrighted materials that have not been explicitly authorized by the copyright owner. We are providing these materials for purposes such as criticism, commentary, education, research and news reporting, which fall under the fair use provisions of Section 107 of the US Copyright Law. #karmeloanthony #austinmetcalf #alexmurdaugh #rebeccaharo #jakeharo #nickreiner #robreiner #michelereiner #jakereiner #annakepner #truecrime #truecrimecommunity #truecrimepodcast #legalanalysis #criminaldefense #livetrial #courtroomconfidential #evidence #selfdefense #juryselection #murder #manslaughter Support the show

    2h 10m

  7. Jun 14

    LIVE! Charlie Kirk Case: Should Prosecutors Be Held in Contempt?

    LIVE on Courtroom Confidential: Josh Ritter breaks down the latest hearing in the Tyler Robinson case, the man accused of killing Charlie Kirk. 0:00 - Intro 2:37 - Tyler Robinson 20:33 - Adam Montgomery 28:40 - Brian Hooker 38:08 - Lindsay Clancy 44:23 - Hero of the Week: Anthony Moore 47:36 - Announcements Robinson’s defense team is asking the judge to hold prosecutors in contempt over public comments made about evidence in the case, including statements related to bullet fragments and the ongoing investigation. Prosecutors argue they were responding to misinformation, while the defense says those comments crossed a line and could impact Robinson’s right to a fair trial. Josh breaks down what happened in court, why the defense is putting prosecutors under fire, what it means to be held in contempt, and whether prosecutor comments outside the courtroom could create serious consequences in a high-profile death penalty case. Plus, in tonight’s Leftovers segment, we’ll cover major updates in several cases: – Adam Montgomery’s second-degree murder conviction in the death of 5-year-old Harmony Montgomery was overturned, with prosecutors planning to pursue a new trial – New reporting in the Brian and Lynette Hooker case after a recorded call appears to raise questions about Brian Hooker’s account of the night his wife disappeared in the Bahamas – Last-minute motions in the Lindsay Clancy case ahead of her July murder trial, including evidence prosecutors say shows she intentionally killed her children Join the CC Crew LIVE for legal analysis, courtroom insight, and a breakdown of the biggest questions from the Tyler Robinson hearing: Did prosecutors go too far, and what happens next? About Joshua Ritter: Joshua Ritter is a criminal defense attorney and former prosecutor providing legal commentary and analysis on the nation’s biggest true crime cases. Follow Josh: https://x.com/JoshuaRitterESQ https://www.instagram.com/joshuaritteresq/ https://www.joshuaritter.com/ https://www.thecourtroomconfidential.com/ Merch: https://shop.thecourtroomconfidential.com/ Support our moderators: https://buymeacoffee.com/courtroomconfidential DISCLAIMER: The information in this video is for educational purposes only. This content does not constitute legal advice. No attorney-client relationship is established by watching this video. FAIR USE NOTICE: These videos might include copyrighted materials that have not been explicitly authorized by the copyright owner. We are providing these materials for purposes such as criticism, commentary, education, research and news reporting, which fall under the fair use provisions of Section 107 of the U.S. Copyright Law. #TylerRobinson #CharlieKirk #CharlieKirkCase #TylerRobinsonHearing #AdamMontgomery #HarmonyMontgomery #BrianHooker #LynetteHooker #LindseyClancy #CourtroomConfidential #TrueCrime #LegalAnalysis #JoshRitter #WeeklyRoundup Support the show

    57 min

  8. Jun 11

    LIVE! Karmelo Anthony Guilty: Why Self-Defense Failed | Cody Thomas + Dr. Patrice Berry

    Tonight on Courtroom Confidential, Josh Ritter is joined by Court TV’s Cody Thomas to break down the verdict in the Karmelo Anthony murder trial. A jury found Karmelo Anthony guilty of murder in the fatal stabbing of Austin Metcalf at a Frisco, Texas track meet. The defense argued self-defense, but the jury rejected that claim and convicted Anthony. Cody Thomas was inside the courtroom and brings firsthand reporting from court as Josh and Cody discuss the verdict, the testimony, the defense strategy, the prosecution’s case, and why the self-defense argument failed. Then, Dr. Patrice Berry from  @DrPatriceBerry joins Josh to discuss the psychology behind the Karmelo Anthony case and the latest developments in the federal case against DeCarlos Brown, who has now been found incompetent at the federal level about a month after being found incompetent at the state level in the murder of Iryna Zarutska. Join us LIVE for analysis of the Karmelo Anthony verdict, what happened inside the courtroom, what comes next after the guilty verdict, and the latest in the DeCarlos Brown federal case. About Joshua Ritter: Joshua Ritter is a criminal defense attorney and former prosecutor providing legal commentary and analysis on the nation’s biggest true crime cases. Follow Cody: https://www.instagram.com/codythomas_ Follow Dr. Patrice Berry https://www.youtube.com/@DrPatriceBerry Follow Josh: https://x.com/JoshuaRitterESQ https://www.instagram.com/joshuaritteresq/ https://www.joshuaritter.com/ https://www.thecourtroomconfidential.com/ Merch: https://shop.thecourtroomconfidential.com/ Support our moderators: https://buymeacoffee.com/courtroomconfidential DISCLAIMER: The information in this video is for educational purposes only. This content does not constitute legal advice. No attorney-client relationship is established by watching this video. FAIR USE NOTICE: These videos might include copyrighted materials that have not been explicitly authorized by the copyright owner. We are providing these materials for purposes such as criticism, commentary, education, research and news reporting, which fall under the fair use provisions of Section 107 of the U.S. Copyright Law. #KarmeloAnthony #AustinMetcalf #KarmeloAnthonyTrial #KarmeloAnthonyVerdict #DeCarlosBrown #IrynaZarutska #CourtroomConfidential #CourtTV #TrueCrime #SelfDefense #GuiltyVerdict #MurderTrial Support the show

    1h 6m
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Courtroom Confidential, hosted by Joshua Ritter, is your weekly rendezvous with the latest updates in headline-making criminal cases nationwide. With his background as a former L.A. County prosecutor now practicing as a criminal defense attorney, Joshua brings a unique blend of professionalism and a personal touch to the table. Join Joshua every Friday to explore the ever-developing legal landscape and gain a deeper understanding of how the legal system operates.

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  • Creator
    Joshua Ritter
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    449
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © 2026 Courtroom Confidential
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    Courtroom Confidential

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