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Georgia Judge Moves to Dismiss Charges in 'Cop City' Case

9/9/2025

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A Georgia judge intends to dismiss racketeering charges against 61 defendants linked to "Cop City" protests.
Judge Kevin Farmer stated that Attorney General Chris Carr lacked authority for the 2023 RICO indictments.
Five defendants face domestic terrorism and arson charges from a 2023 protest incident.
Defense attorney Don Samuel labeled the case an infringement on protest rights.
The movement against "Cop City" has grown following the police killing of activist "Tortuguita" in January 2023.

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A Georgia judge intends to dismiss racketeering charges against 61 defendants linked to "Cop City" protests.
Judge Kevin Farmer stated that Attorney General Chris Carr lacked authority for the 2023 RICO indictments.
Five defendants face domestic terrorism and arson charges from a 2023 protest incident.
Defense attorney Don Samuel labeled the case an infringement on protest rights.
The movement against "Cop City" has grown following the police killing of activist "Tortuguita" in January 2023.