Wednesday, March 27, 2013

Astor son, 88, loses appeal, could face prison


NEW YORK (AP) — New York philanthropist Brooke Astor's 88-year-old son has lost an appeal that kept him out of prison after he was convicted of plundering her fortune.

The state Supreme Court's Appellate Division ruled Tuesday that Anthony Marshall's 2009 conviction was based on legally sufficient evidence. Appeals judges also rejected Marshall's argument that his age and illness warranted sparing him prison.

Marshall was sentenced to at least a year in prison, but he was allowed to stay free on bail during the appeal. It's not clear whether Marshall will now have to report to prison or may appeal further and remain free on bail.

Lawyer John Cuti says Marshall is exploring his legal options.

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Astor son, 88, loses appeal, could face prison

3 comments:

  1. ThelmaWednesday, March 27, 2013 5:24:00 AM

    Do the crime; pay the time!

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  2. FinnyWednesday, March 27, 2013 9:21:00 AM

    I agree, Thelma. But, I also have some sympathy for him since he's 88. I shouldn't, but I do.

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  3. ThelmaThursday, March 28, 2013 3:18:00 PM

    He's spent the money, now he cam think about it in his cell.

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