Former KCPD Detective Remains Free On Appeal Bond After Conviction

A decision at the Jackson County Courthouse today proved to be a disappointment for activists and social justice warriors but was, actually, expected by courthouse insiders.

Reality check . . .

MOST LEGAL EXPERTS BELIEVE THE MANSLAUGHTER CONVICTION OF A FORMER KCPD DETECTIVE WILL BE OVERTURNED!!!

The controversial conviction simply did not conform to Missouri search laws and doesn't cite precedent in overturning DECADES of similar cases.

With all respect for the court, today's decision offers a preview of legal reality in Missouri.

Here's is what is likely the most important passage from recent reporting . . .

Despite the fact that Judge J. Dale Youngs has never granted such an appeal bond before in 13 years on the bench, he concluded that “the defendant’s incarceration without bond or other conditions that I might impose on him is not necessary to ensure his appearance at future proceedings.”

Youngs said his granting of the appeal bond will be subject to conditions “that I will take up more fully with my consideration of the other issues in this case at sentencing on March 4.” DeValkenaere’s attorney, Molly Hastings, successfully argued that, while appeal bonds may not be common in Jackson County, they are allowed by the state’s high court for bailable offenses.

According to Missouri Supreme Court Rule 33.01(a), “a defendant charged with a bailable offense shall be entitled to be released from custody pending trial or other stage of the criminal proceedings,” assuming the court believes the defendant will appear in court, comply with court orders, refrain from any new offenses and won’t tamper with witnesses or victims.

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KANSAS CITY, MO (KCTV) -- A former Kansas City police officer who was found guilty of manslaughter will be allowed to remain out of jail during his appeal process.

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