NEW CONCORD, OH – Emile Weaver, 27, convicted of murdering her newborn daughter Addison Grace Weaver, saw her life sentence without parole modified last Thursday, now permitting potential parole after 20 years. The adjustment follows a lengthy legal process challenging the initial sentencing.
Weaver, a former student at Muskingum University, faced charges for the 2015 death of her newborn, found in a trash bag outside a sorority house. The Muskingum County Prosecutor’s Office expressed dissatisfaction with the resentencing, emphasizing Weaver’s lack of remorse and the intentional nature of the crime.
Prosecutors have consistently portrayed the incident as a deliberate act. In May 2016, Weaver was found guilty of aggravated murder, gross abuse of a corpse, and tampering with evidence. The Muskingum County Prosecutor’s Office emphasized their commitment to seeking justice for Addison, stating, “We live in a community where people are held accountable for their actions.”
The resentencing results from the defense’s argument that the trial judge should have considered expert testimony on Weaver’s mental state during pregnancy. This argument ultimately led to the recent modification of her sentence. Despite the court’s decision, the Prosecutor’s Office remains firm in its stance, viewing the sentence reduction as a failure to fully serve justice for the victim.