Judge Dismisses Alex Murdaugh’s Civil Lawsuit Against Former Clerk Over Jury Interference
A federal judge in Colleton County has dismissed Alex Murdaugh's civil lawsuit against former clerk Becky Hill, who was involved in jury interference during his double murder trial.
Raleigh Durham, NC, August 6, 2026 —
A federal judge has dismissed a civil lawsuit filed by Alex Murdaugh against Becky Hill, the former Colleton County Clerk of Court. The lawsuit stemmed from allegations of jury tampering and interference during Murdaugh’s trial for the murders of his wife, Maggie, and son, Paul. The dismissal was issued by a federal judge in Colleton County.
The suit accused Hill of influencing the jury that convicted Murdaugh in March 2023. Murdaugh was sentenced to life in prison for the murders of his wife and son, which occurred in June 2021. Hill was a key figure during the trial proceedings, and her actions later became a subject of scrutiny.
Details regarding the specific grounds for the federal judge’s dismissal were not immediately available. The lawsuit sought damages from Hill, alleging misconduct that Murdaugh’s legal team argued compromised the fairness of his trial. This civil action was separate from the ongoing criminal proceedings and appeals related to Murdaugh’s convictions.
The incident of alleged jury interference became a focal point following the conclusion of the murder trial. Murdaugh’s defense team had previously sought a new trial based on claims that Hill had improperly communicated with jurors and provided them with misleading information. While those efforts did not result in a new trial, the civil lawsuit aimed to hold Hill accountable financially.
The dismissal of this civil suit represents a significant development in the legal aftermath of the Murdaugh trials. Further information regarding the judge’s reasoning is anticipated.
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