Capellini trial begins

Posted on 16 May 2014 by JLusk

 

After 5 ½ years, the trial of former Deerfield Beach Mayor Al Capellini began Tuesday, May 13 in front of Broward Circuit Judge Marc Gold, a day after it was originally intended to begin.

Capellini is being represented by defense attorney David Bogenschutz. Assistant Broward State Attorney Catherine Maus  is arguing for the prosecution.

Capellini, who began as mayor of Deerfield Beach in 1993, was suspended by then-governor Charlie Crist on Dec. 15, 2008 due to accusations which he is now contesting. Cappelini was charged with unlawful compensation, a third-degree felony, stemming from his alleged involvement in the development at Natura.

Capellini is slated to go on the stand in his own stand the afternoon of Monday, May 19. The verdict is predicted to be ready late Tuesday or first thing Wednesday. When the verdict comes in, we will report it here.

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