Jonathan Majors, the 34-year-old actor known for his roles in 'The Last Black Man in San Francisco' and 'Creed III,' is set to face trial in Manhattan on charges of assaulting his ex-girlfriend.
The incident, allegedly on March 25 in the Chinatown area of New York, has brought Majors into the limelight for reasons beyond his acting career, as per New York Daily News.
Jonathan Majors on Trial in NYC
US actor Jonathan Majors attends the 95th Annual Academy Awards at the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood, California on March 12, 2023.
The trial, scheduled to begin on Wednesday, November 29, at New York Criminal Court, will examine charges that include three counts of third-degree assault, among other related crimes. If convicted, Majors could face up to a year in jail.
The charges stem from an altercation that reportedly began in the back of a car service from Brooklyn to Manhattan and escalated onto the streets. Majors is accused of physically attacking his ex-girlfriend, causing injuries to her head and neck.
The New York Police Department (NYPD) responded to a 911 call from the scene, and Majors was subsequently arrested and released on his recognizance.
Majors has pleaded not guilty to the charges. His attorney, Priya Chaudhry, has been vocal in defending her client, stating that Majors himself called 911 due to his ex-girlfriend's emotional crisis and asserting that he needed protection.
Chaudhry has denounced the Manhattan District Attorney's case as a "witch hunt" and claims to possess evidence that exonerates Majors, including footage of the alleged victim clubbing after the incident.
The District Attorney's office, however, presents a different narrative. According to a detailed report, the altercation ensued when Majors's ex-girlfriend, who had worked with him as a movement coach on the Marvel movie "Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania," saw a text message on his phone that led to a confrontation, according to Aol.
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Experts Predict Jonathan Majors' Trial Could be Fast
The report alleges that Majors responded physically, resulting in various injuries to the victim, including a fractured finger and a laceration behind her ear.
Legal experts anticipate the trial to be brief, lasting between three to seven days. The trial's proceedings have been delayed several times, a common occurrence in the Manhattan DA's office due to the high volume of cases.
An interesting twist in the case is the cross-complaint filed by Majors's attorney against the alleged victim, claiming she was the aggressor. However, the DA declined prosecuting this complaint, citing a lack of prosecutorial merit.
The case has gained attention not only for its high-profile defendant but also for the implications it carries about the use of the law in cases of sexual and physical violence. The trial will likely delve into the details of the March incident, examining evidence and witness testimonies to ascertain the truth.
Judge Michael Gaffey presides over the case, with Majors attending hearings via video link. The trial's outcome will be closely watched, as it involves a prominent actor and complex legal arguments about the nature of the altercation and the credibility of the involved parties.
As the legal battle unfolds, the case highlights the broader issues of how allegations of assault are handled in the legal system, especially when they involve celebrities. The outcome of this trial could have significant implications for Majors' career and the broader discourse on domestic violence and celebrity culture, Mail Online reported.
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