Kansas county commissioner seeks dismissal of indictment
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June 15, 2018
WICHITA, Kan. (AP) — A Sedgwick County commissioner accused of misspending more than $10,000 in campaign funds and trying to cover it up has asked a judge to dismiss his indictment.
A defense filing Friday in the case against Michael O'Donnell contends the U.S. government has needlessly interjected itself in matters traditionally reserved for state authorities.
O'Donnell has pleaded not guilty to a 12-count indictment alleging wire fraud and money laundering.
The motion says "over zealous prosecution" sometimes occur when prosecutors throw a wide net on criminal corruption. It contends O'Donne...
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