News Adnan Syed’s conviction in ‘Serial’ case reinstated; Syed will not be taken back into custody March 28, 2023 Jeanine Santucci, USA TODAY Comments Off on Adnan Syed’s conviction in ‘Serial’ case reinstated; Syed will not be taken back into custody A Maryland appellate court said Tuesday the family of Hae Min Lee didn't have enough time to attend the hearing that led to Adnan Syed's release.