Baldwin County Judge Will Hear New Trial Motion

Daphne attorney Thomas Dasinger says security cameras inside the Baldwin County Courthouse could have illegally recorded private conversations with his client.

Last October, a jury found David Coombs guilty of capital murder in the robbery and death of William Grunden.

But Dasinger- who represents Coombs- is asking for a new trial. A judge will rule on the motion tomorrow.

Dasinger admits he doesn't have proof audio was recorded and used against Coombs, but tells News 5 his client deserves the benefit of the doubt.

Baldwin County District Attorney Hallie Dixon says the motion for a new trial is nothing more than the defendant's latest attempt to quote: "Avoid justice by casting baseless accusations against law enforcement and citizens."

The FBI and the U-S Attorney's Office are investigating whether the security cameras violated due process and attorney-client rights.

Judge James Reid will hear the motion for a new trial Tuesday afternoon in Bay Minette.