Josh Duggar’s Defense Claims He Was ‘Deprived Of Significant Constitutional Rights’
Josh Duggar’s defense has filed another document, and they are requesting a new trial or acquittal for the former TLC star. In the 27-page document, his defense team argues that he was “deprived of significant constitutional rights.” Keep reading to get the latest details on Josh’s case and to find out everything his legal team has to say.
For some background on the whole situation, you should know that Josh was arrested in the spring of 2021 for receiving and possessing child pornography. The former 19 Kids & Counting star maintained his innocence. However, in his trial, which ended in December, he was found guilty unanimously by the jury.
He’s now awaiting his sentencing, which is slated for early April. He’s facing up to 20 years behind bars, as well as up to $250,000 in fines, on both charges.
Throughout his trial, his wife, Anna Duggar, stood by his side. She was present for each day of his trial and appears to be continuing to support him. The mother to seven recently shared a social media post that stated, “There is more to the story.” She directed her followers to the link in her bio, which contained a motion from Josh Duggar’s legal team.
Now, Josh’s team is continuing to push to try to get him a new trial or acquittal.
Josh Duggar’s legal team files another document for an acquittal or a new trial.
According to NWA Homepage, Josh Duggar’s legal team filed a 27-page document. The defense said that the defendant was “deprived of significant constitutional rights.” On this basis, his team stated, “the law requires a new trial.”
The defense also argues that the prosecution did not present adequate evidence that Josh received and possessed the content discovered on his devices. They note that “there was no evidence [he] ‘personally’ viewed child s*xual abuse material.”
We will have to wait for the prosecution to respond to know what’s next for Josh Duggar. The latest filing requests a new trial for the former reality TV star if an acquittal is denied by the prosecution.
So, what do you think might be next for Josh Duggar? Are you surprised to see his defense continuing to file? Share your thoughts in the comments section below. For more news about the Duggars, come back to TV Shows Ace. We’ll continue to keep you up to date on the whole family.
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he needs to go to prison for a very long time. They need to check to see if his kids have been molested. They need to be happy and if he has done anything to them,they will need help.