Benesch White Collar Lead Marisa Darden Featured on Bloomberg Law Podcast Discussing Lincoln Memorial Vandalism Case

Marisa Darden, Lead of Benesch’s White Collar, Government Investigations & Regulatory Compliance Practice Group, was featured on the Bloomberg Law Podcast to discuss the felony vandalism charges brought against an individual accused of damaging the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool and the legal issues surrounding the prosecution.

During the episode, Marisa explained the distinction between local D.C. and federal criminal charges, discussed how prosecutors evaluate and elevate charges during an investigation, and outlined the legal and procedural factors that could impact the case. She also addressed the role of grand juries, the discretion prosecutors have in pursuing felony charges, potential defense arguments, and the authority courts have to dismiss or reduce charges based on the facts and applicable law.

Listen to the episode here. Marisa’s segment begins at 24:18.