Helena court hearing sets stage for Jason Ellsworth trial

A court hearing in Lewis and Clark County moved former Senate President Jason Ellsworth’s case closer to a jury trial set for July 14.

 

Helena, Mont. — A court hearing in Lewis and Clark County moved former Senate President Jason Ellsworth’s case closer to a jury trial set for July 14.

Judge Christopher Abbott handled the hearing as state attorneys and Ellsworth’s attorneys reviewed proposed instructions for jurors.

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