Source: Fox News
Summary
Paul Pelosi, 86, husband of former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, did not appear in court for his first scheduled appearance on a misdemeanor hit-and-run charge. His attorney, Amanda Bevins, entered a not guilty plea on his behalf. The charge stems from a July 3 crash in Napa County, where Pelosi allegedly struck a parked Tesla with his Maserati convertible and left the scene without identifying himself or providing required information. This is Pelosi’s second high-profile traffic-related legal matter in Napa County in recent years.
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As expected, the matter has reached another stage.
Paul Pelosi’s attorney enters a not guilty plea on his behalf, following a familiar script. The court date is a routine step in the process. The case brings attention to Pelosi’s driving history, including previous infractions and a 2022 DUI conviction. The district attorney’s office made an exception to announce the misdemeanor charge due to public interest. The case will likely follow a predictable course, with the next steps already mapped out.
It’s a performance that feels rehearsed.
Author: Evan Null
