First Trial of Eight Involving FLDS Sect Begins

First Trial of Eight Involving FLDS Sect Begins


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(KSL News) -- The first of eight trials involving members of the FLDS polygamist sect began today in Arizona.

Kelly Fischer is charged with sexual conduct with a minor and conspiracy to commit sexual conduct with a minor for entering into a marraige with a girl under 18.

The scond trial will begin next week, and six other men will face simialr charges over the next two months.

FLDS leader Warren Jeffs also faces charges for arranging and performing the marraige. He is now on the FBI's ten most wanted list.

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