A New Jersey judge dismissed all racketeering charges against George Norcross III, a former Democratic power broker, and his co-defendants, stating the indictment lacked legal basis for extortion or coercion claims. The Superior Court's ruling, made by Judge Peter E. Warshaw Jr., noted that even if a racketeering enterprise existed, the charges were too old to prosecute. New Jersey Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin announced plans to appeal, highlighting the critical need for state-level corruption enforcement amidst a perceived decline in federal anti-corruption efforts.
A New Jersey judge dismissed racketeering charges against George Norcross III and others, citing insufficient evidence and that the case was time-barred.
Judge Warshaw determined the indictment's allegations did not satisfy the legal definitions of extortion or criminal coercion, resulting in the dismissal of all charges.
New Jersey Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin expressed intent to appeal the dismissal, emphasizing that state officials must confront corruption amidst federal inaction.
Mr. Norcross’s lawyers described the ruling as momentous, signaling a significant turn in the case and indicating further details would emerge shortly.
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