A Texas judge refused to throw out decade-old charges against Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton, setting the stage for a trial in the spring.
Harris County District Court Judge Andrea Beall rejected Paxton’s appeal that his right to a speedy trial had been violated, the Texas Tribune reported. Paxton is now set for an April 15 court date, barring unforeseen complications.
If convicted, Paxton could face up to 99 years in prison. The trial stems from accusations from investors that he defrauded them by encouraging them to invest in a company without disclosing that he was being paid by them.
The trial has been delayed for years largely due to procedural problems, with disputes over whether to hold the trial in Houston or Dallas.
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton speaks at the Austin Police Association, Sept. 10, 2020, in Austin, Texas.
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