All articles tagged with #charges dismissed
Originally Published 5 months ago — by CNBC
The DOJ has dropped all charges against Fat Brands and its chair Andy Wiederhorn related to a alleged loan scheme, allowing Wiederhorn to focus on the company's growth, despite previous investigations and his resignation as CEO.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by The Hill
The Justice Department has dropped charges against Utah doctor Michael Kirk Moore Jr., who was accused of discarding COVID vaccines and distributing fake vaccination cards, amid political support from GOP figures and scrutiny over government actions.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Atlanta Journal Constitution
Fulton County prosecutors are seeking to drop charges against six defendants in the "Young Slime Life" gang and racketeering case, including Kahlieff Adams and Jayden Myrick, who are already serving life sentences for other crimes. The move follows a recent verdict acquitting two other defendants of major charges and aims to streamline the case and reduce security concerns. If approved, five defendants will remain in the case, including Young Thug.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Associated Press
Prosecutors in Minnesota plan to dismiss murder and manslaughter charges against state trooper Ryan Londregan, who fatally shot Ricky Cobb II during a traffic stop, citing new video analysis and defense testimony suggesting Londregan believed Cobb was reaching for a firearm. Cobb's family expressed disappointment, alleging the decision was influenced by pressure on the prosecutors.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by ABC News
Charges against golfer Scottie Scheffler related to a traffic incident during the PGA Championship in Louisville have been dismissed. The Jefferson County Attorney's office found no grounds for prosecution after a thorough review, corroborating Scheffler's claim of a "big misunderstanding." The case was dismissed with prejudice, preventing future charges. Scheffler expressed condolences to the family of John Mills, a volunteer who died in a separate incident near the golf course.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by CNN
All charges against world No. 1 golfer Scottie Scheffler have been dismissed following his arrest for allegedly dragging a police officer while trying to drive around a fatal crash scene en route to the PGA Championship. The incident was deemed a "big misunderstanding" and the case is set for expungement. Scheffler expressed gratitude for the support and reiterated his respect for law enforcement.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by USA TODAY
A Georgia judge dismissed six charges in the election racketeering case against Donald Trump, ruling them too vague, but left many other charges in place. The dismissed charges dealt with asking public officials to change the election results, with the judge stating they lacked sufficient detail. However, the judge indicated that the problem could be easily remedied, potentially allowing for an updated indictment. Trump and 14 co-defendants are charged with a racketeering conspiracy related to the 2020 election, with the trial yet to be scheduled.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by ESPN
The prosecutor handling the sports wagering case against four former or suspended Iowa State athletes has asked a judge to dismiss all charges, citing that the Iowa Division of Criminal Investigation exceeded the scope of permitted use of tracking software. The athletes faced felony charges of identity theft and misdemeanor charges of tampering with records, but most of the charged athletes pleaded guilty to underage gambling, paid fines, and had identity theft charges dropped. The defense alleged that the use of tracking software was unconstitutional as no warrant had been issued, and the software firm cut off access to the tool due to violated user agreement. The athletes' attorneys are advising them to pursue legal action against the state.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by KCCI Des Moines
The state of Iowa is moving to dismiss all charges against four former Iowa State student-athletes who were accused of sports wagering, following a months-long investigation. The charges included identity theft and tampering with records. The decision to dismiss the charges comes after an attorney for the athletes argued that investigators had been shut out of geofencing software used to gather evidence in the case. The probe, led by the Iowa Division of Criminal Investigation, had faced public scrutiny, with concerns raised about privacy and the lawfulness of the geofencing setup.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by New York Post
Country star Chris Young's charges, including assaulting an officer, disorderly conduct, and resisting arrest at a Nashville bar, have been dismissed after a review of evidence. His attorney called for the charges to be dropped based on surveillance video that contradicted the claim of assault. The Tennessee Alcohol Beverage Commission respects the decision and urges the public not to interfere with officers while they are working.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Daily Mail
Country star Chris Young, 38, has been cleared of all charges following his arrest at a Nashville bar after security footage contradicted the officer's version of events, showing Young being aggressively shoved by an officer before the arrest. The Nashville District Attorney has dismissed the charges of disorderly conduct, assaulting an officer, and resisting arrest, prompting Young's attorney to demand an apology and the charges be dropped. Young's attorney expressed gratification with the decision, and the singer is known for a series of No. 1 hits and winning the reality show Nashville Star.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Fox News
Country star Chris Young's charges, including assaulting an officer, disorderly conduct, and resisting arrest at a Nashville bar, have been dismissed just days after his arrest, following a review of evidence by the Nashville district attorney. Young's attorney had called for the charges to be dropped based on surveillance video that contradicted officers' version of events, and the Tennessee Alcohol Beverage Commission has also respected the decision to drop the charges. Young is now looking forward to releasing his new album and heading out on tour soon.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by WKRN News 2
Nashville District Attorney Glenn Funk has dismissed all charges against country music artist Chris Young following an altercation at a Demonbreun Street bar, after reviewing evidence including surveillance video showing Young being pushed by a TABC agent. Young had been charged with disorderly conduct, resisting arrest, and assault of an officer, but all charges have been dropped.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by WPVI-TV
Protesters gather in Philadelphia after a judge dismisses all charges against a former police officer involved in the fatal shooting of Eddie Irizarry. The peaceful demonstration was marred by a separate group of looters unrelated to the protest. Protesters expressed their support for Irizarry's family and called for systemic change in policing. The District Attorney's office has filed a motion to reinstate the charges against the officer.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by KXAN.com
A judge has granted a motion to dismiss charges against Rosa Jimenez, who was convicted in the death of a toddler in her care in 2005. The Innocence Project, which represents Jimenez, argued that the child's death was a tragic accident, and several pediatric airway experts testified that the original witnesses likely did not have sufficient expertise. The Texas Court of Criminal Appeals reviewed the case and determined that Jimenez was convicted based on false testimony. The district attorney's office filed a motion to dismiss the charges, and the judge granted it, apologizing for the years Jimenez spent in prison. Jimenez, who is in need of a kidney transplant, expressed relief and said she has her whole life ahead of her.