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Supreme Court Rules on Free Speech Case | Montpelier News
A Vermont Supreme Court ruling shuts down a free speech lawsuit by Johnathan Billewicz, who sued his town over a disorderly conduct citation tied to harassing the town manager. Despite withdrawing some claims, Billewicz clung to malicious prosecution, but the court found no evidence police acted without probable cause — even after the charge was amended. With a history of losing similar lawsuits, Billewicz’s case fell flat, and the court sided with the town, reinforcing that mere charge amendments don’t equal police malice. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow…
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