Sep. 2, 2022
DA must be recused from BLM prosecution, panel rules
“To recuse the district attorney and the entire district attorney’s office without clear evidence of an actual conflict that renders the prosecution unfair undermines the rule of law, undermines the independent nature of an elected prosecutor, and sets a dangerous precedent for prosecution forum shopping,” wrote San Luis Obispo County District Attorney Daniel L. Dow.
San Luis Obispo County District Attorney Daniel L. Dow must be recused from prosecuting a case involving Black Lives Matter protesters due to his public opposition to the movement, affirmed the 2nd District Court of Appeal.
After first expressing his "deep respect for the judicial process and the judges and appellate justices who are called to make difficult decisions," Dow said in an emailed statement Thursday, "I respectfully and firmly ...
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