Just got this from one of John's friends...this after yesterday's news that he's been nominated for the Nobel Peace Prize!
Dear friends,
I just got back from court. It was pretty intense. John read his sentencing statement (on NCR Internet cafe can access it through John's website FatherJohnDear.org ) The judge was insulting and nasty as usual calling John a renegade priest and citizen, a phony, publicity seeker, etc. The judge refused to give him a jail sentence since that's what he wanted so he fined him $500.00, 40 hrs of community service, 6 months probation. John, then, went to the probation officer in another court house to be informed of the terms of the probation which includes he cannot leave NM during that time period, periodic drug tests starting right then, and appointments with probation officer. He will refuse to pay the fine due today and community service to be set up with probation officer. This will mean being arrested at his house or notification to appear in court for refusal.
I am totally exhausted and hope this makes a little sense. We had probably about 15 supporters who showed up. After John's court house ordeal we all met for breakfast to process just a little what had happened and show our love and support for John.
What happens next, I don't know. John is still deciding what to do. Paying the fine and community service is not an option for him. So the drama continues.
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