Delmer Smith, convicted of the murder of Kathleen Briles, is led into Judge Peter Dubensky’s courtroom in the Manatee County Judicial Center for a hearing regarding medical tests requested by his defense before his sentencing. The Judicial Administrative Commission appeared via telephone in reference to cost related issues for the tests. TIFFANY TOMPKINS-CONDIE/Bradenton Herald TTOMPKINS@BRADENTON.COM Buy Photo