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Anarchist Grand Jury Resister Scott DeMuth Charged with Conspiracy under Animal Enterprise Terrorism Act
Bail has not yet been set for DeMuth, although he has an upcoming bond hearing. It is unclear how this indictment affects his current incarceration. DeMuth and Carrie Feldman were both subpoenaed to appear before the Davenport grand jury on Tuesday; both refused to testify because of their opposition to repressive government tactics such as grand juries. Feldman was also found to be in contempt of court and continues to be held in Washington County Jail. She has not been charged with any crime. The AETA has been widely criticized as being unconstitutional and broad enough to criminalize activities protected by the First Amendment. For example, Matthew Strugar of the Center for Constitutional Rights (CCR) has argued that a consumer boycott, if effective at reducing an animal enterprise's profits, would be punishable under the AETA as terrorism. Supporters of DeMuth and Feldman have already mounted a defense campaign and are raising legal funds. They are also working with organizations around the country to raise awareness about grand juries and government repression. Rallies have already occurred from Minneapolis to Dallas, and supporters are planning to call Federal prosecutor Cliff Cronk on Monday to demand that he dismiss the subpoenas and drop the charges against DeMuth. For more information, visit http://davenportgrandjury.wordpress.com. |
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