California Attorney General Rob Bonta has publicly denounced the recent attempt by Paul Flores, the convicted killer of Kristin Smart, to overturn his sentence. Flores was found guilty in 2022 of murdering Smart, a Cal Poly student who disappeared in 1996. The high-profile case captivated the nation for years before finally reaching a verdict.
Flores's legal team has filed an appeal, arguing that his conviction should be overturned or his sentence reduced. However, Attorney General Bonta released a statement calling these claims "meritless" and expressing confidence in the original guilty verdict. Bonta emphasized that the prosecution presented a strong case, and the jury reached a just decision based on the evidence.
"We stand by the conviction and the sentence," Bonta stated. "Kristin Smart and her family deserve justice, and we are committed to ensuring that justice is served." The Attorney General's office is expected to file a response to the appeal, further outlining their reasons for opposing any changes to Flores's sentence. The legal process is ongoing, and updates will be provided as they become available.
Kristin Smart Case: Killer's Appeal Denounced by Attorney General
The man convicted of murdering Cal Poly student Kristin Smart is attempting to have his sentence reduced, but California Attorney General Rob Bonta has strongly criticized the effort. Bonta dismissed the appeal as having "meritless claims." Paul Flores was convicted in 2022 of Smart's murder, a case that spanned decades. The Attorney General's office is confident in the original conviction and sentence.