Former State Senator, Leland Yee (D), has pleaded guilty to charges of taking bribes in exchange for votes, racketeering and promising to smuggle guns into the U.S. from the Philippines. Yee was known for his campaign against violent video games, having authored AB-1179, legislation that would have outlawed the sale of said titles to California's teens, which was defeated by the Supreme Court.
U.S. Attorney Melinda Haag explained, “Mr. Yee must now live with the consequences of betraying the trust that was placed in him when he became a public servant. ... It is particularly disappointing and troubling when our elected officials violate their obligation to fairly represent their constituents. This office will continue to devote the resources necessary to ensure that our elected officials govern within the law.”
As part of the deal Yee has made, he'll only face punishment for the racketeering charge, with the other offenses including the attempted arms trafficking, dismissed. That doesn't mean he's off the hook, however, since he's still facing up to 20 years in jail and a $250,000 fine, not to mention repaying the money he received as bribes. Yee's sentencing hearing is pencilled in for October 21st.
Also pleading guilty are Keith Jackson (political consultant also accused of drug trafficking and murder for hire), Brandon Jackson (son of Keith), and Marlon Sullivan (Sports Agent).
Source: USDOJ
As part of the deal Yee has made, he'll only face punishment for the racketeering charge, with the other offenses including the attempted arms trafficking, dismissed. That doesn't mean he's off the hook, however, since he's still facing up to 20 years in jail and a $250,000 fine, not to mention repaying the money he received as bribes. Yee's sentencing hearing is pencilled in for October 21st.
Also pleading guilty are Keith Jackson (political consultant also accused of drug trafficking and murder for hire), Brandon Jackson (son of Keith), and Marlon Sullivan (Sports Agent).
Source: USDOJ
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