For Immediate Release: July 11, 2023 Contact: Lori Latham PH: 616-401-1743 EM: lori.latham@kentcountymi.gov
Statement from Kent County Prosecutor Chris Becker on the People v Christopher Schurr
Today, the 17th Circuit Court adjourned the final status conference scheduled for July 19, 2023, and the jury trial scheduled for October 24, 2023 in the People v Christopher Schurr. This adjournment is due to the ongoing legal proceedings before the Michigan Court of Appeals.
On April 13, 2023, the Michigan Court of Appeals granted the defense request for leave to appeal and will review the decisions by Judge Ayoub and Judge Elmore to set this case for trial. To date, the Court of Appeals has not set a date to review whether the defendant was properly bound over for trial.
We respect the judicial process and we understand the community has a vested interest in the progress of this case. However, this adjournment was not a surprise given the status of the case in the Court of Appeals as it simply would not be possible to keep the dates set by the 17th Circuit Court as we await a date to be set for oral argument with the higher court reviewing the case. Additional updates on the progress of this case will be provided as warranted.
Please Note: The Prosecutor is currently not available for interviews or further comment.
