Eagles' Don Henley Testifies in 'Hotel California' Lyrics Trial

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Source: The Guardian US
Eagles' Don Henley Testifies in 'Hotel California' Lyrics Trial
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Don Henley testified in a criminal trial about stolen handwritten draft lyrics to Eagles hits, revealing that a "poor decision" led to his 1980 arrest when drugs and a 16-year-old sex worker suffering from an overdose were found at his home. He pleaded no contest to a misdemeanor charge and was sentenced to probation and a fine. Henley, a star witness, detailed the events surrounding the stolen lyric sheets, which are at the center of the trial involving three collectibles professionals facing charges of possessing stolen property.

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