Carlos Reales Dominguez, the former U.C. Davis student accused of fatally stabbing two individuals and injuring another, has been deemed competent to stand trial by a California judge after receiving treatment at a state psychiatric hospital. Initially found incompetent, his mental health has improved to meet legal standards for understanding and participating in legal proceedings. The ruling follows a period of treatment for schizophrenia, allowing the criminal case to proceed with a preliminary hearing scheduled for February 26.
Tom Girardi, an 84-year-old former high-profile attorney, has been declared competent to stand trial on charges of embezzling $15 million from clients, despite his Alzheimer's diagnosis. The ruling by a Los Angeles federal judge allows for the possibility of Girardi facing justice, as his former clients and prosecutors feared his dementia might prevent a trial. If convicted, Girardi could face up to 20 years in prison. The case has garnered attention due to Girardi's past fame and the allegations of using a sham divorce to protect assets.
Tom Girardi, the 84-year-old former attorney embroiled in a fraud case, has been declared competent to stand trial by a Los Angeles federal judge despite his Alzheimer's diagnosis and a recent courtroom outburst. The ruling follows a three-day hearing and extensive evaluation by medical professionals. Girardi faces charges for allegedly embezzling $15 million from clients and could receive up to 20 years in prison for each of the five counts of wire fraud he is charged with.
Tom Girardi, the estranged husband of "Real Housewives of Beverly Hills" star Erika Jayne, has been declared competent to stand trial by a Los Angeles federal judge. Girardi, 84, faces multiple counts of wire fraud for allegedly embezzling millions from clients. Despite claims of late-onset Alzheimer's disease and dementia, prosecutors believe Girardi is feigning his condition to avoid trial. The judge's full order on the ruling is sealed, with attorneys given five days to suggest parts to remain confidential.
