A federal appeals court in Atlanta has denied former state Senator Charles Walker's request for a new hearing. He was asking for a review of his 2005 conviction on tax evasion, mail fraud, and conspiracy charges--a conviction that resulted in a 10-year prison sentence. Walker is the Augusta Democrat who held the title of Senate majority leader. In February, a three-judge panel heard arguments from Walker's lawyers. In July, the panel affirmed Walker's conviction. Walker may decide to petition the U.S. Supreme Court to review the appeals court decision.
