John Perzel, Brett Feese Accused Of Misusing State Funds

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Hearing Begins In Case Involving 2 Former Lawmakers

John Perzel, Brett Feese Accused Of Misusing State Funds

HARRISBURG, Pa. -- Two former Pennsylvania state lawmakers are in a Harrisburg courtroom as a hearing regarding pretrial motions in their case gets under way. The proceeding in the Dauphin County courtroom of Judge Richard Lewis that began Wednesday could last several days. Prosecutors describe the criminal charges as a scheme to use state-funded computer services to wage political campaigns, among others. The defendants include former House Speaker John Perzel, of Philadelphia, and former House Whip Brett Feese, of Lycoming County. All 10 defendants have ties to the state House Republican caucus. A trial date has been set for April, but that could be delayed. Copyright 2010 by The Associated Press. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed. Read more at www.wgal.com

 

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