Judge Says State Violated Cop City Protester’s Rights, Dismisses Terror Charge
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A Georgia judge has dismissed a state domestic terrorism charge against Cop City protestor Jamie Marsicano, but they and dozens of others still face racketeering charges.
Superior Court Judge Gregory A. Adams ruled that the prosecution’s delays violated Marsicano’s due process rights and their right to a speedy trial. In March 2023, law enforcement officers arrested close to two dozen protesters, including Marsicano, at a Stop Cop City music festival. The festival was held in Weelaunee Forest, in the........
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