Ali's motion denied

So Ali will remain in jail until trial. Read the Cincinnati Enquirer's account of the bond hearing here. It's mostly accurate but states that cash was seized from Ali upon his arrest. Actually the cash had been seized over two years earlier at a time when no charges had been filed. Considering the fact that Ali knew for more than two years that he was being investigated and chose to remain in this country and continue his business why is the government so concerned that he will flee the country now? Ali's attorney made excellent arguments for bond. Of great importance is how burdensome it will be for him to prepare for a June trial with his client in a jail 45 minutes away.

Also of interest in the hearing in that the judge allowed prosecutor's to present him with information relevant to the case in a closed-door session without the presence of defense cousel. He then sealed the record of the hearing. This is highly unusual and there are reports that the defense may take action regarding this very soon.

Third time's the Charm

Ali's bond hearing in February was canceled due to weather. It has now been rescheduled for March 14 at 11:00am. He has recently been transferred from the Hamilton County Ohio Justice Center to the Grant County Kentucky jail.