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Ellsworth's attorney claims legislative immunity shields him from misdemeanor charges over a $170,000 contract, while prosecutors argue procurement rules were bypassed.
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Ellsworth makes his case for legislative immunity in official misconduct case
On Friday, former Montana State Senate President Jason Ellsworth made his case as to why official misconduct charges against him should be dropped.Sen. Ellsworth, R-Hamilton, appeared via Zoom before State District Court Judge Chris Abbott. The senator has been suspended from official duties by court order since December while the case plays out.Watch the video report here: Ellsworth makes case for legislative immunity in official misconduct cas…
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Ellsworth lawyer: Misconduct charge shielded by legislative privilege, should be dismissed
Ellsworth and his attorney have consistently argued the case amounts to political persecution because the Hamilton Senator found himself at odds with many other members of the Republican caucus.
Ellsworth makes case for legislative immunity in official misconduct case
On Friday, former Montana State Senate President Jason Ellsworth made his case as to why official misconduct charges against him should be dropped.Sen. Ellsworth, R-Hamilton, appeared via Zoom before State District Court Judge Chris Abbott. The senator has been suspended from official duties by court order since December while the case plays out.(WATCH: Ellsworth makes case for legislative immunity in official misconduct case) Ellsworth makes ca…
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