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Judge Denies Marilyn Manson Dismissal, Sexual Assault Suit Advances

6/6/2026

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Judge Steve Cochran denied Marilyn Manson (Brian Warner)’s request to dismiss the sexual-assault suit filed by Ashley Walters, noting the allegations satisfy California’s AB250 law.
Attorney Howard King said Warner will seek summary judgment and noted lawyer Bina Ahmad reported Walters was pleased.
The judge set an August conference and noted Walters alleges Warner threw a skull at Evan Rachel Wood and cites settlements with accusers including Esmé Bianco.

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Judge Steve Cochran denied Marilyn Manson (Brian Warner)’s request to dismiss the sexual-assault suit filed by Ashley Walters, noting the allegations satisfy California’s AB250 law.
Attorney Howard King said Warner will seek summary judgment and noted lawyer Bina Ahmad reported Walters was pleased.
The judge set an August conference and noted Walters alleges Warner threw a skull at Evan Rachel Wood and cites settlements with accusers including Esmé Bianco.