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During NATO's summit, activists' homes and organizing spaces were violated without warrants. Chicago Independent Media Center and Wellington Avenue Church were targeted. Numerous unconstitutional stops and searches were conducted.
On May 22, the first felony case was dismissed in Cook County court. On May 15, Danny Johnson was arrested at an immigration rally. He was charged with aggravated felony assault on a police officer. He was jailed for a week on $10,000 bond. According to NLG's Hermes:
"The dismissal of charges against (him) certainly raises questions about the veracity of claims against many other NATO protesters."
A dozen or more remain in custody. Five are for terrorism-related charges. No evidence whatever proves them. Most court dates were scheduled from mid-to-late May.
Hearings for the so-called "NATO 5" will be on June 12 and 13.
During days of NATO protests, NLG lawyers were available round-the-clock if needed. Observers were deployed to document police misconduct.
NLG "is committed to provid(e) legal representation for anyone arrested and facing charges."
They'll need all the help they can get. Innocence is no defense. NATO 5 activists face kangaroo court injustice. Guilty by accusation is policy.
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