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Gag Order Shields Fair Trial in Child Endangerment Case | Columbus News
A Vinton County judge has slapped a gag order on one of four accused in a shocking child endangerment case involving 16 kids rescued from a home with conditions worse than livestock pens. The order silences public officials, lawyers, and court staff from discussing the case outside court — a rare move meant to shield the defendant’s right to a fair trial amid intense public scrutiny. The accused — Gary Siders Jr., his wife Elizabeth, and parents Gary Sr. and Christina — each face 16 felony counts. Defense attorneys warn pretrial chatter could sway jurors in a tight-knit community. While the…
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