5th Cir.

Summary Calendar United States of America Plaintiff— v. William Edward Sterling Defendant—

June 8, 2026 ·25-40585 ·Per Curiam · By James Taylor

The Fifth Circuit dismissed the appeal of William Edward Sterling. The court found no nonfrivolous issues for appellate review.

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Background

William Edward Sterling’s attorney filed an Anders brief, indicating no meritorious grounds for appeal. Sterling responded to the brief.

The court’s reasoning

The court reviewed the counsel’s brief and the relevant portions of the record, concurring with the assessment that the appeal presented no nonfrivolous issues.

We concur with counsel’s assessment that the appeal presents no nonfrivolous issue for appellate review.

United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit, No. 25-40585

What it means going forward

The appeal is dismissed, and the attorney is excused from further responsibilities.