Judge Releases Defendant

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A judge released a defendant on May 7.

Mohamed Mohamed is charged with possession of a controlled substance, receiving stolen property, attempted possession of a prohibited weapon brass knuckles, unlawful possession of a firearm with a prior conviction and bail violation.

Judge Neal Kravitz released Mohamed despite him not being qualified for the High Intensity Supervision Program (HISP) and not having a fixed home address. Instead, the judge released Mohamed with specific conditions imposed that he is to adhere to. The conditions were not disclosed.

The prosecution did not oppose the release.

Mohamed is scheduled for a status hearing on Aug. 6.