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legalcriminal-justice2 years ago

Sam Bankman-Fried's Legal Battle and Life Behind Bars: A Closer Look

Prosecutors have responded to former FTX CEO Sam Bankman-Fried's appeal against the revocation of his bail, calling it "meritless." They argue that Bankman-Fried twice attempted witness tampering in violation of court orders, making it unlikely that he would abide by release conditions. The prosecutors highlighted instances where Bankman-Fried covertly provided private writings to discredit a potential trial witness. The bail was revoked on August 11 after Bankman-Fried was found to have contacted witnesses in an attempt to influence or intimidate them. Bankman-Fried's lawyers claim his actions were protected under the First Amendment, but prosecutors argue that once communication is intended to intimidate or influence a witness, it becomes a crime.

via Cointelegraph|
#bail-revocation#ftx#legalcriminal-justice
cryptocurrency2 years ago

"Sam Bankman-Fried Fights Bail Revocation Over Leaked Love Letters"

Sam Bankman-Fried, the founder of FTX cryptocurrency exchange, has appealed a decision to revoke his bail after he leaked love letters written by his former colleague and romantic partner, Caroline Ellison, to a New York Times reporter. Bankman-Fried's lawyers argue that he shared the writings to defend his reputation, not to intimidate Ellison. Prosecutors accuse Bankman-Fried of stealing billions of dollars in customer funds and witness tampering. His lawyers also claim that his lack of computer access in jail has hindered his ability to analyze evidence and prepare for trial. They have requested either temporary release or more frequent meetings with his legal team.

via New York Post |
#bail-revocation#cryptocurrency#cryptocurrency-exchange
legalcriminal-justice2 years ago

"U.S. Judge to Decide Fate of FTX Founder Sam Bankman-Fried Amid Witness Tampering Allegations"

A U.S. judge will decide on Friday whether to send FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried to jail over alleged witness tampering. Federal prosecutors have requested the revocation of Bankman-Fried's bail, citing a "pattern of witness tampering and evading his bail conditions." Bankman-Fried's court appearance is the latest in a series of pre-trial hearings related to his interactions with the press. Defense attorneys argue that Bankman-Fried was exercising his First Amendment rights and did not violate his bail conditions. The government claims that Bankman-Fried leaked private diary entries of his ex-girlfriend, who is expected to be a key witness. Prosecutors plan to file a new superseding indictment next week.

via CNBC|
#bail-revocation#ftx-founder#legalcriminal-justice