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Phoenix Activist Denies Check Fraud Allegations
22 Jun
Summary
- Jarrett Maupin pleaded not guilty to nine felony counts.
- Allegations involve fraudulent cashing of checks since 2022.
- His attorney asserts Maupin's innocence and strong community ties.
A prominent Phoenix civil-rights activist, Jarrett Maupin, has entered a plea of not guilty to a recent indictment containing nine felony counts. The charges stem from allegations of check fraud, with prosecutors claiming Maupin fraudulently cashed checks in incidents that occurred in March and November of 2022.
Maupin's defense attorney, Robert McWhirter, has asserted his client's innocence, emphasizing his strong community ties and current candidacy for the Phoenix City Council. Maupin appeared in court for his arraignment and was released without bail. He is scheduled to return to court in July.
The indictment details accusations of cashing personal checks from two individuals and a cashier's check from a business, with each check reportedly valued at less than $25,000. Legal experts note that the alleged loss amount is relatively limited in comparison to other fraud cases. Information regarding the identity of the individuals or the business connected to the checks was not immediately available in public records.
