The Nation - News from Nov. 7, 1985
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Lawyers for 11 sanctuary movement members argued in federal court in Tucson that charges against their clients should be dismissed because the indictments were flawed. All are accused of conspiring to smuggle, transport, harbor or otherwise aid Central Americans seeking to enter this country illegally. Their attorneys contended that, among other flaws, the conspiracy count covers both felony and misdemeanor charges, which is not allowed under law. If the motions are rejected by the judge, the trial is expected to begin next week.
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