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Young Thug Contempt BS Part 2 (ft. Ashleigh Merchant!)
Jul 4, 2024
Attorney Ashleigh Merchant discusses the Young Thug contempt hearing, defense strategies, and her role in seeking to recuse prosecutor Fani Willis. The episode covers legal challenges, courtroom drama, and Thanksgiving preparations. The conversation navigates RICO charges, ethics dilemmas, and courthouse security procedures, highlighting the complexities of contempt cases and legal chaos in the legal environment.
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Quick takeaways
- Attorney Ashleigh Merchant emphasizes the importance of fair trials and due process in contempt cases.
- There is a need for reassurance from the judge to ensure courtroom accessibility and adherence to due process.
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The Judge Orders Direct Criminal Contempt for Non-Disclosure
The judge, believing that Brian Steele refused to disclose his information source, orders direct criminal contempt of 20 days for the attorney. He plans to enforce this punishment on weekends, effectively extending the sentence over six months.
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