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Lawyers for former L.A. deputy mayor will seek mistrial over juror remark
A lawyer for former Los Angeles Deputy Mayor Raymond Chan said Friday that he would seek a mistrial after the judge revealed that a juror was overheard saying they wanted a “quick” verdict. U.S. District Court Judge John F. Walter informed attorneys on both sides of the case about the juror’s remark during a hearing […]
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Former L.A. Deputy Mayor Raymond Chan found guilty in corruption case
Former Los Angeles Deputy Mayor Raymond Chan was found guilty Wednesday of racketeering, bribery, fraud and giving false statements to investigators in a sprawling corruption case targeting pay-to-play schemes at City Hall. The federal jury reached the verdict less than 24 hours after lawyers finished closing arguments. Sentencing is set for June 10. Chan’s attorney, […]
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