1. Scott Peterson (2002)
   Scott Peterson was convicted of the murder of his wife, Laci Peterson, and their unborn child. During the investigation, it was suggested that financial motives, including potential life insurance payouts, could have been a contributing factor. Peterson’s case garnered widespread media attention, fueling debates over capital punishment and insurance-related criminal motives.
   Reference:  https://edition.cnn.com/2024/01/20/us/scott-peterson-laci-peterson-case/index.html

2. Betty Neumar (2008)
   Betty Neumar was accused of orchestrating the murder of five of her husbands over several decades, allegedly motivated by life insurance payouts. She hired hitmen in some cases, raising suspicions around the mysterious deaths of her spouses, all of whom had life insurance policies.
   Reference: CBS News – Betty Neumar Case

3. Pamela Smart (1990)
   In a notorious case, Pamela Smart was convicted of conspiring to have her teenage lover kill her husband, Gregg Smart. While love was the overt motive, financial gain from Gregg’s life insurance was also examined during the trial, adding complexity to the case.
   Reference:  https://www.cnn.com/2024/06/11/us/pamela-smart-accepts-responsibility-husband-killing/index.html

4. Clayton Daniels (2005)
   Clayton Daniels faked his death in an attempt to claim his own life insurance payout. He staged a car accident using another person’s body in the vehicle, but was later caught due to suspicious behavior and forensic inconsistencies.
   Reference:  https://www.nbcnews.com/id/wbna12214849

5. Dalia Dippolito (2009)
   Dalia Dippolito was convicted of attempting to hire a hitman to kill her husband. Authorities claimed her motive included the desire to collect a life insurance payout. The case became infamous due to the police’s elaborate sting operation, which was captured on video.
   Reference: ABC News – Dalia Dippolito Case

6. Amy Fisher (1992)
   Known as the “Long Island Lolita,” Amy Fisher’s involvement in a scandalous affair led to attempted murder charges. While the primary focus was not insurance, the aftermath of the crime brought life insurance claims into question for those involved.
   Reference: History.com – Amy Fisher Case

7. Clara Harris (2002)
   Clara Harris, a dentist from Texas, ran over her husband after discovering his affair. Life insurance policies and financial assets became a topic of legal debate in the aftermath of the crime. Harris’ case gained national media attention due to the dramatic nature of the murder.
   Reference: People Magazine – Clara Harris Case

8. Dawn Wynn (2024)
   Dawn Wynn was recently sentenced for the murder of her husband, with investigators suggesting that her motive may have involved claiming a life insurance payout. This case has drawn significant attention due to its unfolding details and the financial implications surrounding life insurance policies.
   Reference: https://www.koamnewsnow.com/news/joplin-news-first/life-in-prison-no-chance-of-parole-for-convicted-murderer-dawn-wynn/article_2294ce5a-84f5-11ef-a72a-036608cadcce.html 

These cases underscore how life insurance can become a central focus in high-profile criminal trials, as financial gain often becomes a motive or a complicating factor.