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State of Kansas v. Jerry L. Batts

Date: 04-08-2026

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Judge: Jeffrey Syrios

Court: District Court, Sedgwick County, Kansas

Plaintiff's Attorney: Sedgwick County, Kansas District Attorney's Office

Defendant's Attorney:


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Description:
Wichita, Kansas Criminal defense lawyer represented the Defendant charged with ne count of murder in the second degree or, in the alternative, involuntary manslaughter and murder in the second degree or, in the alternative, involuntary manslaughter for the deaths of Frost and her unborn fetus.

n November 2019, Batts and Sierra J. Frost stole merchandise from a Walmart in Wichita. Batts and Frost exited the Walmart at a rapid pace and quickly placed the stolen items into a vehicle. The two drove away in the vehicle with Batts driving. Batts sped away from the parking lot and struck another vehicle. This vehicle accident caused the death of Frost and her unborn fetus. At the hospital, Batts submitted to a drug test that tested positive for THC and minimal amounts of fentanyl
Outcome:
The Defendant entered into a plea agreement where Batts would plead no contest to two counts of involuntary manslaughter.
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About This Case

What was the outcome of State of Kansas v. Jerry L. Batts?

The outcome was: The Defendant entered into a plea agreement where Batts would plead no contest to two counts of involuntary manslaughter.

Which court heard State of Kansas v. Jerry L. Batts?

This case was heard in District Court, Sedgwick County, Kansas, KS. The presiding judge was Jeffrey Syrios.

Who were the attorneys in State of Kansas v. Jerry L. Batts?

Plaintiff's attorney: Sedgwick County, Kansas District Attorney's Office. Defendant's attorney: Click Here For The Best Wichita Criminal Defense Lawyer Directory.

When was State of Kansas v. Jerry L. Batts decided?

This case was decided on April 8, 2026.