Anti-Israel protests at UT Austin
Criminal trespassing charges against anti-Israel protesters at UT Austin dropped due to lack of evidence. Charges were dismissed after a thorough review by the county attorney. University expresses dissatisfaction with the decision.
Key Points
- 79 anti-Israel agitators had charges dropped
- University expressed dissatisfaction with the decision
- Protesters chanted 'Pigs go home!' at law enforcement officers
Pros
- Charges dropped due to lack of evidence
- Legal burden not met to prove cases beyond reasonable doubt
Cons
- Dismissals only apply to criminal trespassing cases