Wake County Grand Jury Dismisses Charges Against Lobbyists in Kentucky Bourbon Tour Cases
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Updated Sep 22
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What happened
The Wake County district attorney dismissed charges against three of four lobbyists who were indicted in April regarding 2024 bourbon tours in Kentucky involving state legislators. The dismissals were made after the lobbyists agreed to pay $1,000 civil fines to end the cases. Charges remain active against the fourth lobbyist.
From carolinajournal.com
Why it matters
The legal issues stem from an investigation into a nonprofit group called Greater Carolina, which the four lobbyists were linked to. The investigation concerned possible crime of embezzlement related to the group's activities.
From carolinajournal.com
Who's involved
- Sazerac CompanySazerac Company is currently being solicited by lobbyists to host events involving Kentucky legislators.
- Wake CountyWake County is the location where the charges against the lobbyists were heard.
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The entities involved
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Sazerac Company
alcoholic drinks company based in New Orleans, US
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Kentucky
state of the United States of America