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Former Bedford County District Attorney suspended

By Aaron Marrie,

11 hours ago

BLAIR COUNTY, Pa. (WTAJ) — The Supreme Court of Pennsylvania has suspended the former Bedford County District Attorney.

Lesley Childers-Potts has been suspended from the bar for two years, which goes into effect on Aug. 15, 2024.

The suspension comes after multiple cases and charges were dismissed due to prosecutorial misconduct. In some cases, Childers-Potts failed to uphold the right to a speedy trial.

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Childers-Potts retired from the position in February 2023 and has been serving as an attorney in Blair County.

During her suspension, she will be prohibited from practicing law in the Commonwealth.

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