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The jury acquits pop singer Michael Jackson of his charges for allegedly sexually molesting a child in 1993.
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Trial of Michael Jackson
2005 child abuse trial of American singer
People v. Jackson was a 2005 criminal trial held in Santa Barbara County Superior Court in Santa Maria, California. The American pop singer Michael Jackson was charged with molesting Gavin Arvizo, who was 13 years old at the time of the alleged abuse, at his Neverland Ranch…Source: Wikipedia (CC BY-SA)
Acquittal
Legal result of a "not guilty" verdict
In common law jurisdictions, an acquittal means that the criminal prosecution has failed to prove that the accused is guilty beyond a reasonable doubt of the charge presented. It certifies that the accused is free from the charge of an offense, as far as criminal law is…Source: Wikipedia (CC BY-SA)
Michael Jackson
American singer (1958–2009)
Michael Joseph Jackson was an American singer, songwriter, dancer, and philanthropist. Dubbed the "King of Pop", he is widely regarded as one of the most culturally significant figures of the 20th century. Over a four-decade career, his music achievements broke racial barriers…Source: Wikipedia (CC BY-SA)
1993 Michael Jackson sexual abuse allegations
First abuse allegations against singer
American singer Michael Jackson first faced allegations of child sexual abuse in 1993. Evan Chandler, a dentist and screenwriter based in Los Angeles, accused Jackson of sexually abusing Chandler's 13-year-old son, Jordan. Jackson had befriended Jordan after renting a vehicle…Source: Wikipedia (CC BY-SA)
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