Alabama sheriff’s gambling, drinking led to stealing, AG says
Updated 7:11 AM;
Today 7:11 AM
Facebook Share
By Jessica Barnett The News Courier, Athens, Ala. (TNS) and Tribune Media Services
The attorney general’s office has added to their original argument against excluding evidence of Limestone Sheriff Mike Blakely’s gambling habits from their case, saying it’s relevant to many of the counts with which he’s been charged, records show.
The supplemental opposition to a motion filed by the defense was submitted last week because a new judge had been assigned and the original opposition and motion were more than a year old, according to state attorneys. Blakely’s defense attorney had filed a motion “to exclude any evidence of his ‘gambling and drinking practices’” under seal in January 2020, the supplement reads.
North Alabama sheriff s theft, ethics trial set for summer al.com - get the latest breaking news, showbiz & celebrity photos, sport news & rumours, viral videos and top stories from al.com Daily Mail and Mail on Sunday newspapers.
Alabama sheriff s criminal trial set for July Follow Us
Question of the Day By - Associated Press - Thursday, March 4, 2021
ATHENS, Ala. (AP) - A new trial date has been set for an Alabama sheriff who faces 11 theft and ethics charges.
Limestone County Sheriff Mike Blakely was indicted in August 2019 on charges that included accusations of stealing from the sheriff’s office. He is accused of taking money from election campaign funds, Limestone County funds and using his influence to obtain interest-free loans, authorities said.
Court records show pretrial motions will be heard virtually April 12. The case is set for trial at Limestone County Courthouse on July 12, multiple news outlets reported Thursday.
Alabama sheriff s criminal trial set for July sfgate.com - get the latest breaking news, showbiz & celebrity photos, sport news & rumours, viral videos and top stories from sfgate.com Daily Mail and Mail on Sunday newspapers.
New judge appointed in Limestone County Sheriff Mike Blakely s criminal trial
Limestone County Sheriff Mike Blakely
He pleaded not guilty in 2019.
Posted: Feb 19, 2021 1:46 PM
Posted By: Stephen Gallien
Limestone County Sheriff Mike Blakely has a new judge in his criminal trial.
The Alabama Supreme Court appointed retired appellate Judge Pam Baschab of Colbert County to preside over the theft and ethics case.
She replaces Judge Pride Tompkins, who recused himself over personal coronavirus concerns.
Baschab now will set a trial date for Blakely as the case has been postponed due to the pandemic.
The long-time Limestone County sheriff remains on the job despite facing charges.