Mistrial for Hedgecock Denied
Associated Press
SAN DIEGO —
A Superior Court judge today denied a request for a mistrial in the conspiracy and perjury case against Mayor Roger Hedgecock.
Attorney Michael Pancer, who represents Hedgecock, had asked for a mistrial, saying the anticipated testimony of a surprise prosecution witness could undermine the presentation of the mayor’s case. But Judge William Todd rejected the motion after prosecutors said they would delay the witness’ testimony to allow Pancer to prepare for it.
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