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Defense Lawyer Criminally Charged, Accused of Providing Cellphone that Aided Jailed Inmates' Escape
An 83-year-old New York defense lawyer has been indicted on a felony count of promoting criminal contraband after he allegedly smuggled a cellphone into the Monroe County jail that helped two inmates escape.
Since recaptured, they are again in custody and face additional charges. Attorney Rudolph LePore, who has practiced in the Rochester area for more than 50 years, was released on his own recognizance after pleading not guilty and surrendering his passport, reports the Democrat and Chronicle.
Prosecutors say LePore may not have known the phone would help inmates escape.
Related coverage:
ABAJournal.com: “Pro Bono Lawyer Criminally Charged re Alleged Cellphone Loan to Client in Custody”
