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Sandusky Seeks to Cancel Upcoming Hearing, Moves Appeal to Federal Court
WHY IT MATTERS
The move could delay the resolution of Sandusky’s case and shift the legal battle to federal jurisdiction, affecting the timeline and potential outcomes for the parties involved.
What happened
Former Penn State assistant coach Jerry Sandusky has instructed his attorneys to cancel a September 8 hearing in which one of his accusers was expected to recant a sexual‑assault claim. Instead, Sandusky’s team will pursue an appeal for a new trial in federal court.
The change follows the scheduled hearing where the accuser’s potential recantation could have altered the case’s trajectory.
By shifting the appeal to a federal venue, Sandusky’s legal team aims to secure a fresh trial, potentially extending the litigation timeline and altering the procedural path of the case.
PRIMARY SOURCES
Sandusky to cancel hearing, seek federal appeal
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