Chris Dawson’s bid to overturn his conviction for the 1982 murder of his wife, Lynette Dawson, has been dismissed by the New South Wales court of criminal appeal. The court upheld the guilty verdict, concluding that the errors identified during the trial were not significant enough to alter the outcome.
Dawson’s conviction was primarily based on compelling circumstantial evidence, which included his deceitful behavior and controlling actions towards his wife. Additionally, Dawson was convicted on historical charges related to his inappropriate relationship with a teenage girl.
With his appeal rejected, Dawson is likely to spend the rest of his life in prison. His full sentence is set to expire in 2046.
