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politics2 years ago

Gabe Gore appointed as new circuit attorney by Gov. Parson.

Missouri Governor Mike Parson has appointed Gabe Gore, a civil attorney and former assistant US attorney prosecutor, to replace the recently resigned Circuit Attorney Kimberly M. Gardner in St. Louis. Gore will take over an office that has been struggling with understaffing and a backlog of cases. He has pledged to focus on growing a dedicated staff while fostering relationships with the community and regional leaders. Gore will serve out the remainder of Gardner's term, which ends Jan. 1, 2025, but he has not decided if he will run for reelection.

via St. Louis Post-Dispatch|
#circuit-attorney#gabe-gore#kim-gardner
politics2 years ago

Gabe Gore replaces Kim Gardner as St. Louis Circuit Attorney

Gabe Gore has been appointed as the new St. Louis Circuit Attorney, replacing Kim Gardner who resigned earlier this week. Gore, who has over 23 years of experience in private law practice, aims to rebuild the depleted staff and build relationships with the community, police, and other officials. He has served on the Ferguson Commission and has been recognized for his advocacy of diverse populations. Gore will finish Gardner's term, which runs through January 2025.

via KTVI Fox 2 St. Louis|
#circuit-attorney#gabe-gore#kim-gardner
politics2 years ago

Gabe Gore Takes Over as St. Louis Circuit Attorney

Gabriel “Gabe” Gore has been appointed as the new St. Louis Circuit Attorney, replacing Kim Gardner who resigned earlier this week. Gore, an experienced trial lawyer, will finish out Gardner’s term through January 2025. His top priorities will be building a staff of qualified attorneys and professionals, plus building strong relationships between the St. Louis community, his office and other regional and state officials. Gore will inherit an office that experienced a dwindling number of prosecutors in recent months under Gardner and has a backlog of thousands of pending cases to review.

via KTVI Fox 2 St. Louis|
#circuit-attorney#gabe-gore#kim-gardner
politics2 years ago

Former federal prosecutor Gabriel Gore appointed as new St. Louis Circuit Attorney.

Missouri Governor Mike Parson has appointed Gabriel Gore, a former federal prosecutor and current private practice lawyer, as the new St. Louis circuit attorney, succeeding Kim Gardner. Gore, a Republican, was expected to be replaced by a Democrat, but Parson chose him instead. Gore will face the challenge of stabilizing an office that has been in crisis for some time, with Gardner facing immense criticism for being unable to hire and retain staff.

via St. Louis Public Radio|
#circuit-attorney#gabriel-gore#kim-gardner
politics2 years ago

Kim Gardner Resigns Early as St. Louis Circuit Attorney Amid Controversy.

The hearing on the future of a quo warranto case against outgoing St. Louis Circuit Attorney Kim Gardner has been postponed after she announced her resignation on Tuesday, nearly two weeks before she had planned to step down. Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey's team accused Gardner of neglecting her duties as a prosecutor while she took nursing classes. The next hearing on the quo warranto lawsuit is set for next Tuesday, which could potentially change if there is a circuit attorney appointed and some other developments that happen before next week.

via KTVI Fox 2 St. Louis|
#andrew-bailey#kim-gardner#lawsuit
politics2 years ago

St. Louis Circuit Attorney Kim Gardner Resigns Abruptly and Early.

St. Louis Circuit Attorney Kim Gardner has resigned from her position earlier than expected, effective immediately. Gardner had previously announced that she would leave office on June 1. Gardner's resignation has put St. Louis County Prosecuting Attorney Wesley Bell in a "gray area" as he waits for the court or Governor Mike Parson to declare who has authority over the office. Gardner's resignation came a day after Attorney General Andrew Bailey's office filed documents showing that Gardner was spotted leaving Family Health Centers during daytime work hours, potentially providing evidence she was working toward a graduate degree in nursing during a contempt hearing for her office.

via St. Louis Public Radio|
#governor-mike-parson#kim-gardner#politics
crime2 years ago

Prosecutor Kim Gardner seeks to overturn 1990 murder conviction.

St. Louis Circuit Attorney Kim Gardner is seeking to overturn the conviction of Christopher Dunn, who has been in prison for over 30 years for a murder that Gardner believes he did not commit. Dunn was sentenced to life plus 90 years in prison for the 1990 murder of Recco Rogers, but Gardner says there is clear and convincing evidence that shows he was wrongly convicted. No physical evidence linked Dunn to the crime, and the trial hinged on the testimony of two young witnesses who have since admitted they were not telling the truth.

via KTVI Fox 2 St. Louis|
#christopher-dunn#crime#kim-gardner
politics2 years ago

Kim Gardner's Resignation and Legal Battle Continues in Missouri.

Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey has stated that he will not dismiss his lawsuit against St. Louis Circuit Attorney Kimberly M. Gardner until she leaves office, despite her announcement of resignation on June 1. Bailey plans to continue collecting documents and evidence from Gardner's tenure, including emails, case records, and complaints from victims. He is also seeking records from St. Louis University where Gardner is enrolled in nursing classes. Bailey wants the Legislature to pass a bill that would prevent people like Gardner who resign amid a removal lawsuit, or who are removed from office, from running again.

via St. Louis Post-Dispatch|
#andrew-bailey#kim-gardner#lawsuit
politics2 years ago

Kim Gardner's Resignation and Legal Battle Continues in Missouri.

Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey has stated that he will not dismiss his lawsuit against St. Louis Circuit Attorney Kimberly M. Gardner until she leaves office, despite her announcement of resignation on June 1. Bailey plans to continue collecting documents and evidence from Gardner's tenure, including emails, case records, and complaints from victims. He is also seeking records from St. Louis University where Gardner is enrolled in nursing classes. Bailey wants the Legislature to pass a bill that would prevent people like Gardner who resign amid a removal lawsuit, or who are removed from office, from running again.

via St. Louis Post-Dispatch|
#andrew-bailey#kim-gardner#lawsuit
politics2 years ago

Controversial Prosecutor Kim Gardner Resigns Amid Scandal and Criticism.

Kim Gardner's resignation has disappointed many of her supporters, who have been defending her from the beginning of her battles. The full court press by the legislature to give the governor the power to appoint a special prosecutor was the beginning of the end for Gardner. Most people didn't understand their fight, which was about maintaining the responsibility and authority in the hands of St. Louisians versus the legislation that would put the prosecutor's office in the hands of Jeff City. Now, they have to appeal to the governor, hoping he won't appoint an Andrew Bailey.

via KTVI Fox 2 St. Louis|
#governor#kim-gardner#legislation
politics2 years ago

Kim Gardner Resigns Amidst Controversy and Political Pressure.

Elected officials in St. Louis and Missouri have largely welcomed the resignation of Circuit Attorney Kim Gardner, who will step down on June 1, 2023. Governor Mike Parson has pledged to appoint a replacement who represents the community and values public safety. Gardner, the first Black woman to lead the office, faced unprecedented attacks rooted in misogyny and racism, according to U.S. Rep. Cori Bush. Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey, however, called for Gardner's immediate removal, saying her continued presence in office puts the city in danger.

via St. Louis Post-Dispatch|
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politics2 years ago

Kim Gardner, Soros-backed prosecutor, resigns amidst scandal and political pressure.

St. Louis Circuit Attorney Kim Gardner, the city's first African American chief prosecutor, has announced her resignation effective June 1st. Missouri officials and lawmakers have weighed in on Gardner, who resigned following a series of legal battles. The state's governor has committed to finding a replacement who represents the community, values public safety, and can help restore faith in the city's criminal justice system. Gardner's resignation has been welcomed by some officials who have accused her of neglecting her constitutional duties and hindering the city's efforts to address violent crime.

via KTVI Fox 2 St. Louis|
#criminal-justice-system#kim-gardner#missouri
politics2 years ago

Kim Gardner Resigns Amid Legal Battles and Criticism.

St. Louis Circuit Attorney Kim Gardner, the city’s first African American chief prosecutor, has announced her resignation effective June 1. Gardner cited the Missouri Legislature’s efforts to take over both the circuit attorney’s office and turn control of the city’s police force back over to the state as a reason for her resignation. Gardner’s six-year tenure as the city’s top prosecutor has been wracked by controversies, including legal battles with Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey and indirect criminal contempt cases, and a dwindling roster of prosecutors in her office due to resignations.

via KTVI Fox 2 St. Louis|
#criminal-justice-system#kim-gardner#missouri-legislature
politics2 years ago

Kim Gardner Pursues Nursing Amid Legal Battles.

St. Louis Circuit Attorney Kim Gardner, who is facing legal battles and a growing number of prosecutors resigning from her office, is enrolled in a nursing program at St. Louis University. Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey has issued several subpoenas to the school requesting documents relating to Gardner’s class schedule, her hours and participation in class, hours she may have worked at the school, surveillance camera footage, and relevant conversation between the circuit attorney and her instructors at SLU. Bailey cited Missouri statute 56.445, which requires the circuit attorney and their assistants “devote their entire time and energy to the discharge of their official duties.” Gardner's office released a statement saying that she believes the issues in the criminal justice system often relate to the broken healthcare system.

via KTVI Fox 2 St. Louis|
#criminal-justice-system#kim-gardner#legal-battles
legal2 years ago

Legal Troubles Continue for Kim Gardner as Special Prosecutor Named for Criminal Contempt Case.

The St. Louis Circuit Court has appointed a special prosecutor to try indirect criminal contempt cases against Circuit Attorney Kim Gardner and a former subordinate, Chris Desilets, who no-showed an April 10 court date for a shooting case. Desilets resigned from the circuit attorney’s office on May 1, and he is the third assistant prosecutor to leave the office over the last few weeks.

via KTVI Fox 2 St. Louis|
#chris-desilets#contempt-of-court#kim-gardner