The New York district attorney's case against Trump is a strong one.
is a misdemeanor. To secure a conviction, the prosecution must prove that Trump, with an intent to defraud, either made a false entry in his records or directed a subordinate to do so., the prosecution must additionally prove that Trump’s intent to defraud included an intent to commit another crime, or an intent to aid or conceal the commission of that second crime.
Bragg’s office frequently prosecutes cases of falsifying financial records. Since Bragg became Manhattan District Attorney a year ago, his office has prosecutedin the New York Supreme Court — the name for the trial courts in New York — he was informed of the charges against him and pleaded not guilty. Judge Juan Merchan released Trump “on his own recognizance” — without requiring him to post bail.
Trump “may not use any of the materials the prosecution produces for any purpose other than to prepare a defense.” About a week after the protective order is in place, grand jury minutes and exhibits, witness statements, etc., will be provided.
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