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Father granted bond after conviction vacated in former shaken baby case
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· September 1, 2026
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Key points The amount set is $100,000, and strict house arrest is required. The case initially involved a murder conviction from 2003.
Bond has been granted to Danyel Smith, with certain conditions. The amount set is $100,000, and strict house arrest is required. This development comes after a significant change in Smith's case.
A previous conviction has been vacated, which led to the current decision regarding bond. The case initially involved a murder conviction from 2003.
Further information about the case and the circumstances surrounding the vacated conviction can be found through additional reporting. Details about the conditions of Smith's house arrest are also available from the source.
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Published: September 1, 2026 ·
Source: FOX 5 Atlanta (WAGA) - News ·
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