A Blount County, Alabama, Sheriff, who was accused of sexual misconduct with his deputy, decided to resign his post. Danny Morton was accused of taking his deputy for a drive in his county issued truck, plying her with alcohol and then fondling her against her will.
Special prosecutor Tom Sorrells who is investigating this case made a deal with the Sherrif, according to which the Sherrif had to resign his post. In turn, Sorrell promised not to refer charges against Morton to a grand jury.
Sorrell, who has been carrying out an investigation into the charges against the Sherrif is doing so on behalf of the Alabama Bureau of Investigation.
Adam Morel, who is representing the deputy stated that his client was happy with the outcome of the case.
This particular settlement represents the criminal investigation and has no influence on the civil cases against Morton.
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Special prosecutor Tom Sorrells who is investigating this case made a deal with the Sherrif, according to which the Sherrif had to resign his post. In turn, Sorrell promised not to refer charges against Morton to a grand jury.
Sorrell, who has been carrying out an investigation into the charges against the Sherrif is doing so on behalf of the Alabama Bureau of Investigation.
Adam Morel, who is representing the deputy stated that his client was happy with the outcome of the case.
This particular settlement represents the criminal investigation and has no influence on the civil cases against Morton.
To read more click here.
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