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  • By Al Mayadeen English
  • Source: Agencies
  • 15 Aug 2023 20:18
2 Min Read

One of Hunter Biden's attorneys is seeking withdrawal, citing the potential need to appear as a witness in upcoming legal proceedings.

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  • resident Joe Biden's son Hunter Biden leaves after a court appearance, Wednesday, July 26, 2023 (AP)
    resident Joe Biden's son Hunter Biden leaves after a court appearance, Wednesday, July 26, 2023 (AP)

A motion filed in the US District Court for the District of Delaware on Tuesday has revealed that one of Hunter Biden's attorneys is seeking permission to withdraw from his defense in the ongoing tax and firearms charges case against the president's son. The attorney, Christopher J. Clark, cited the potential need to appear as a witness in forthcoming legal proceedings as the reason for his request.

"Christopher J. Clark, having appeared in this matter for Defendant Robert Hunter Biden, hereby moves for leave to withdraw as counsel in the above-captioned matter. Based on recent developments, it appears that the negotiation and drafting of the plea agreement and diversion agreement will be contested, and Mr. Clark is a percipient witness to those issues," the motion read. 

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The filing noted that Delaware state regulations prevent lawyers from serving as advocates in trials where they are likely to be necessary witnesses. As a result, Christopher J. Clark has taken this step to ensure the proceedings remain impartial.

While Christopher J. Clark is withdrawing from Hunter Biden's legal team, the filing clarified that Biden will continue to receive legal representation from other law firms.

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Hunter Biden faces charges related to tax evasion and firearms possession. Initially, these charges were expected to be resolved through a plea deal and pre-trial diversion agreement. However, this arrangement fell apart, leading to an impasse in negotiations for a new deal between the parties involved. The case continues to unfold against the backdrop of heightened public and political interest.

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