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Judge Denies Emani Ellis's New Trial Request Against Cardi B

12/6/2025

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A Los Angeles judge denied Emani Ellis's request for a new trial against Cardi B.
The jury's unanimous verdict in September found Ellis did not prove her assault claims.
Ellis alleged Cardi B scratched her face during a 2018 altercation.
The judge dismissed arguments that jurors were intimidated by Cardi B throwing a pen outside the courthouse.

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A Los Angeles judge denied Emani Ellis's request for a new trial against Cardi B.
The jury's unanimous verdict in September found Ellis did not prove her assault claims.
Ellis alleged Cardi B scratched her face during a 2018 altercation.
The judge dismissed arguments that jurors were intimidated by Cardi B throwing a pen outside the courthouse.