Jaramillo appeals life sentences for crash that killed officer and firefighter
Jeannine Jaramillo, 49, is appealing her convictions for first-degree murder related to a crash that killed a police officer and a retired firefighter. She was sentenced to life in prison last month after a jury found her guilty. Jaramillo's lawyer argues that New Mexico law does not support her convictions, citing a previous court ruling. The appeal challenges both the felony murder and depraved-mind murder charges, claiming the lethal act was not committed by Jaramillo. The appeal also questions a conviction for great bodily harm and the legality of a stolen vehicle charge. Jaramillo's previous similar case is mentioned, but her lawyer will withdraw, and she will be represented by a public defender.