Disgraced FTX Founder Sam Bankman-Fried’s Trial Date Could Be Delayed
Judge Lewis Kaplan, in charge of SBF’s case, said he could consider delaying the trial date to give SBF and his lawyers more time to review documents and prepare their defense.
- Judge Kaplan mentioned the possibility of postponement
- Defendant must prove there is a need to postpone
- Virtual hearing held on August 30
- Judge denied request to preclude certain documents as evidence
- SBF and lawyers must file a motion by end of the week if they want a postponement
Lawyers Request Temporary Release for Sam Bankman-Fried
SBF’s lawyers asked for temporary release, expressing lack of faith in the provisions made for him by the government.
- Prosecutors argued that they made enough provisions for SBF
- Judge Kaplan requested a joint report on the situation at the detention center
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