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Bail is denied again for the internet radio host accused of threatening to murder Federal judges

Published on Thursday, July 02, 2009

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Saying “he is a danger to the community,” a judge, for the second time in six days has ordered blogger and internet radio host Hal Turner held without bail. Turner, from New Jersey, is accused of making threats against three Federal judges over their recent ruling regarding handgun bans in Illinois. Turner is alleged to have written on his blog, “These judges deserve to be killed,” and printed photos of the judges, and locations where they worked. As of late, Turner has been learning first-hand how the judicial system works. In early June, he was arrested on a warrant by Connecticut officials after he urged his readers and listeners to “take up arms” against two Connecticut state lawmakers. After that, FBI agent discovered guns and ammunition at his home. For the threats against the Illinois judges, Turner faces a maximum 10 years in prison. His lawyer claims his comments are protected under the First Amendment.

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