Missing mom's convicted killer claims boyfriend tainted his trial
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One of the three men convicted in the mysterious death of a Kentucky mother of five is asking a judge for a new trial. 

Joseph Lawson was convicted of conspiracy to commit murder and tampering with physical evidence in the death of 35-year-old Crystal Rogers in Bardstown, according to Fox 56. 

Lawson was tried alongside Rogers’ boyfriend, Brooks Houck. 

Brooks Houck during his trial

Brooks Houck in Nelson County Court, attending pretrial conferences in connection to the disappearance of Crystal Rogers. Feb. 8, 2024 (Scott Utterback/Courier Journal via USA Today)

Steve Lawson, Joseph Lawson’s father, was tried separately and convicted of the same charges as his son, according to the outlet. He was reportedly sentenced to life in prison and is currently appealing his conviction. 

A final sentencing hearing for Lawson and Houck is set for Aug. 21. 

Attorneys for Lawson and did not immediately respond to Fox News Digital’s request for comment. 

Fox News Digital’s Stephanie Nolasco contributed to this report. 

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