Sheriff Arpaio will face federal charges
If he’s “America’s toughest sheriff,” why does he hate the Constitution so much?
Federal prosecutors say they will file criminal contempt-of-court charges against Sheriff Joe Arpaio for disobeying orders to stop his immigration patrols.
The announcement in federal court Tuesday sets in motion criminal proceedings against the sheriff just as he seeks a seventh term in office.
A judge previously recommended criminal contempt charges against Arpaio but left it up to federal prosecutors to actually bring the case. Prosecutor John Keller said in court that the government will bring charges, with the next step being a court filing that’s akin to a criminal complaint.
Arpaio could face up to six months in jail if convicted of misdemeanor contempt.
The Arizona Republic adds:
The move has few precedents in U.S. history, as prosecutors endorsed a federal judge’s findings that the lawman intentionally violated the judge’s orders.
Arpaio has not yet officially been charged. U.S. District Judge Susan Bolton asked the federal government to write an order to show cause, by Wednesday, for her to sign. That will serve as a charging document for the case to go forward against Arpaio only.
And it may not be over:
DOJ attorney John Keller said the government will continue to investigate additional allegations against Arpaio, two aides and a defense attorney for concealing evidence — and therefore obstruction of justice — but will not proceed with a criminal case at this time.
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David Hirsch, a.k.a. Dave "Doctor" Gonzo*, is a renegade record producer, video producer, writer, reformed corporate shill, and still-registered lobbyist for non-one-percenter performing artists and musicians. He lives in a heavily fortified compound in one of Manhattan's less trendy neighborhoods.
* Hirsch is the third person to use the pseudonym, a not-so-veiled tribute to journalist and author Hunter S. Thompson, with the permission of his predecessors Gene Gaudette of American Politics Journal (currently webmaster and chief bottlewasher at Liberaland) and Stephen Meese at Smashmouth Politics.
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Larry Schmitt October 11th, 2016 at 19:07
Maybe when he’s convicted and doing time, he’ll be able to finish that research project for Trump about President Obama’s birth certificate. Finally get that thing solved once and for all.
Suzanne McFly October 11th, 2016 at 19:49
There you go again Larry, always looking for the bright spot in a dark place lol.
whatthe46 October 11th, 2016 at 19:51
wonder if they’ll make him wear pink undies. he might need pullups thought.
Larry Schmitt October 11th, 2016 at 19:52
At his advanced age, he’ll need Depends. Do they come in pink?
anothertoothpick October 11th, 2016 at 19:50
Run Joey Joey run run, the hounds are on your trail
Run Joey Joey run run, they’ll lock you up in jail
Sheriff’s got a shot-gun (he do)
He’ll fill you full of lead son (that’s true)
He’s also got a Black Jack (oh yeah)
He’ll bust your head with one whack (well I know)
jybarz October 11th, 2016 at 20:25
Please throw in jail ASAP with PINK panties!
Hirightnow October 11th, 2016 at 20:27
http://i.ebayimg.com/images/i/121704880152-0-1/s-l1000.jpg
Giving the public what they want, that’s me…
Suzanne McFly October 11th, 2016 at 20:36
I hate that a man’s butt looks amazing in those panties, I wish mine would look that good lol.
Hirightnow October 11th, 2016 at 20:43
I’m an un-married man of 52 years, so I’ve had my share of “polite inquiries” from my mostly southern family.
But…(PUN INTENDED)
I can honestly say that I wish that I looked like this in ANY color panties, and I can see how anyone would see this as attractive.
(Hell, if George Clooney ever asked me, I’d be hard pressed to say ‘no’…)
Suzanne McFly October 11th, 2016 at 20:55
Lol, I feel the same way about Angelina if truth be told :)
anothertoothpick October 11th, 2016 at 20:58
Wow
anothertoothpick October 11th, 2016 at 20:58
… https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/98a04a4c646c516b83f91dd77da89877639af03a83e8e101d08a944200bd7975.jpg
Hirightnow October 11th, 2016 at 21:02
Beauty is beauty.
(I didn’t say I’d jump on him and start doing things that cannot be mentioned on a family web-site, just that I’d have to search harder for a reason than if, say, John Candy showed up and propositioned me)
anothertoothpick October 11th, 2016 at 21:03
Got it
https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/1c122524c702e33a24ffd97508062c5a00f69ae690387851a20aa79a7174626d.jpg
Hirightnow October 11th, 2016 at 21:08
Heh…
Okay, let me put it THIS way:
There are only TWO people that you can ever achieve sexual satisfaction with…
George Clooney
or
Ann Coulter.
NOW who would you choose?
Suzanne McFly October 11th, 2016 at 21:09
Any male that chooses ann is not a man.
Hirightnow October 11th, 2016 at 21:11
But…but…she has a p*ssy to grab, doesn’t she?
Suzanne McFly October 11th, 2016 at 21:18
Yes “she” does, but I don’t believe she has one of her own to grab, if you know what I mean ;)
Hirightnow October 11th, 2016 at 22:17
Notice the lack of reply….someone is struggling internally, methinks…
arc99 October 11th, 2016 at 22:41
Well I guess I do not qualify.
I love and respect my gay brothers and sisters. But personally I am as straight as it gets. I insist that my partner be equipped with the plumbing I prefer. Rumour has it Ms. Coulter does come with those basics.
Sorry George. I am just not that into you..
granpa.usthai October 11th, 2016 at 23:19
did the rumors include her big hands or 3 o’clock shadow?
Suzanne McFly October 12th, 2016 at 18:57
You have to admit George is a good looking man though, right? lol
William October 12th, 2016 at 01:01
Any male that chooses ann is simply too lazy to masturbate.
Suzanne McFly October 12th, 2016 at 18:45
Oooh, that’s a good one. Maybe you just gave her the perfect pick up line, post it on rumps twitter feed, help the girl out lol.
William October 13th, 2016 at 10:37
LOL.
Suzanne McFly October 11th, 2016 at 21:04
John Candy will make you laugh at least.
Hirightnow October 11th, 2016 at 21:05
I do like a good laugh…
Suzanne McFly October 11th, 2016 at 21:08
Watch what you wish for, you would get a hell of a giggle from seeing trumps rump lol.
Hirightnow October 11th, 2016 at 21:10
Only one time in my life have I vomited while laughing…
I will not re-live that experience.
granpa.usthai October 11th, 2016 at 23:17
WTF – grab for the nota p*ssy and see if there’s anything to hold on to!
Gary Parillo October 11th, 2016 at 23:26
If your referring to the John Candy of the old Saturday night live,he’s dead.If you see him,best check your pulse.
bpollen October 12th, 2016 at 05:36
I’d say no to both, but since Candy has been dead over 12 years, it would be much easier to resist a Candy crush…
granpa.usthai October 11th, 2016 at 23:15
thank you!
jybarz October 12th, 2016 at 01:54
Don’t worry, you probably have ass-ets that you are proud of ;)
Suzanne McFly October 12th, 2016 at 18:47
Awww, thanks ;)
Carla Akins October 12th, 2016 at 04:25
ugg, me too.
Suzanne McFly October 12th, 2016 at 18:47
Yaaaaa, I hate being alone :)
Hirightnow October 11th, 2016 at 20:31
Arpaio taken into custody: EXCLUSIVE PHOTO!
http://news.mtv.ca/wp-content/uploads/2012/07/dtf480.jpg
Hirightnow October 11th, 2016 at 20:34
(BTW, under NO circumstances should you EVER, even to joke on a forum, google the term “men in pink panties”…your fragile souls cannot handle the terror. It was too late for me years ago…)
Obewon October 11th, 2016 at 20:40
Birds of a feather: AZ Felonious Sheriff Joe Arpaio endorses Trump! https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/post-politics/wp/2016/01/26/arizona-sheriff-joe-arpaio-endorses-trump/ https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/d4677b1f429d3bc98120f28c6ea987bee868ce3e5262295934bc7f9b8a74c573.jpg
Budda October 11th, 2016 at 21:33
About time
fredoandme October 11th, 2016 at 21:41
smile.
JimmyPete October 11th, 2016 at 22:12
lock him up
granpa.usthai October 11th, 2016 at 23:14
when most people are formally charged, they are usually apprehended, booked and must post bail before they are released before they have their day in court.
in this case, I think they should require him to appear before the judge in PINK PANTIES!
StoneyCurtisll October 11th, 2016 at 22:53
I know..
This was to easy…
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2XiYUYcpsT4
Hirightnow October 11th, 2016 at 23:03
Never quite understood this song…
He admits to shooting the Sheriff…
But denies shooting the deputy.
…..
Does this mean he’s only facing ONE charge of attempted murder on a law enforcement official ?
And THIS is somehow better?
Seeing as he has admitted it?
Hirightnow October 11th, 2016 at 23:06
(Though,traditionally, juries HAVE been swayed by a reggae beat…)
bpollen October 12th, 2016 at 05:30
Well, sure he’s guilty, but after listening to “Three Little Birds,” I can’t bear to convict!
Dwendt44 October 12th, 2016 at 00:05
I swear it was self defense.
William October 12th, 2016 at 00:59
I believe the competing harm clause comes into play. Every time Bob planted a seed, the Sherriff said “kill it before it grows”.
StoneyCurtisll October 12th, 2016 at 10:11
I never gave it that much thought…..:)
Gary Parillo October 11th, 2016 at 23:29
All these decades that this despot has mistreated prisoners,many of whom were held for petty bullcrap offenses,and this is all they can come up with?.This psycho must have friends in high places.
William October 12th, 2016 at 00:12
HELL YEAH!
https://media.giphy.com/media/l2JJyDYEX1tXFmCd2/giphy.gif
Tommie October 12th, 2016 at 00:33
“Excuse me Sheriff, what size will your pink jumpsuit be?” Haha!
oldfart October 12th, 2016 at 01:42
LOCK HIM UP !!!
robert October 12th, 2016 at 18:05
No charges unless the judge gets a letter with violations by today.
So far, no updates…