Prior to Chris’ last court appearance on Monday June 10, 2013 the State offered a plea bargain that had mandatory jail time as one of the conditions. This was unacceptable to Chris and his attorneys. Chris and his defense team appeared in court on June 10, 2013 and announced they were ready for trial. The State Attorney also announced they were ready for trial. The exact trial date was not given but the Judge stated it would be the week of Jury selection, the last week of June. Needless to say this caused a lot of stress for Chris in not knowing when to announce the trial date to family and friends. Late in the afternoon on Friday June 14, 2013 Chris’ attorney received a call from the State Attorney’s office informing him they filed a Stipulated Motion to Continue and the Judge granted the State their Continuance to August. Chris’ defense team is still waiting to receive a copy of this Motion to see what the Stipulations were on behalf of the State.

Chris’ next court appearance is now scheduled for August 12, 2013 with a trial date occurring the week of August 24th, a full 2 years after the first alleged incident occurred on August 22, 2011. This has been a long and drawn-out ordeal for Chris and others involved in so many ways. Chris wants to express his sincere thanks to everyone who supports him, financially and emotionally.

We know in the end, we will prevail and we will continue to fight for what we know is right in our minds, and in our hearts. We are the voice for the voiceless, we are the ones who carry the torch, who never back down, who do no harm. For it is us, and us alone, who can and will make a difference for them!

In solidarity always!