Despite Flores’ final denied appeal, ‘it isn’t over’ for Kristin Smart’s family

On Jan. 14, the California Supreme Court denied Paul Flores’ second and final appeal to overturn or reduce his conviction of ...
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Court denies Paul Flores’ appeal for Kristin Smart’s murder

The California Supreme Court denied Paul Flores' petition for review of his conviction for Kristin Smart's 1996 murder.
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Paul Flores loses final appeal, cementing his conviction for killing Kristin Smart

Paul Flores, seen here on Aug. 16, 2022, during his trial, was convicted of murdering Kristin Smart. An appeals court upheld that conviction on Oct. 24, 2025. Tribune file photos Paul Flores’ will ...