Fulton County’s massive racketeering case against Young Thug and his YSL associates has a new presiding judge. Judge Shukura Ingram was appointed to the case following the recusal of Judge Ural Glanville, a decision that came after weeks of contention and controversy.
Judge Glanville’s recusal was the result of motions filed by defense attorneys, who raised concerns about an ex parte meeting involving the judge, prosecutors from the Fulton County District Attorney’s Office, and state witness Kenneth Copeland.
This undisclosed meeting led to questions about the fairness and impartiality of the proceedings, ultimately resulting in Judge Glanville stepping down from the case.
Who is Judge Shukura Ingram?
Judge Shukura Ingram, according to her bio on Fulton County’s website, has been serving on the Fulton County Superior Court since 2018. She was appointed by former Governor Nathan Deal after Judge Alford Dempsey Jr. resigned.
Before her current position, Ingram was a magistrate court judge from 2015 to 2017, and she also served as an assistant district attorney for the Fulton County District Attorney’s Office and an assistant solicitor for Atlanta’s City Court.
In her private practice, Judge Ingram handled a wide array of cases, including wrongful death, personal injury, medical malpractice, insurance defense, premises liability, and contract cases.
Her extensive experience in both public service and private practice has earned her a reputation as a well-rounded and knowledgeable jurist.
Community Involvement and Education
Judge Shukura Ingram is deeply involved in her community and various professional organizations.
She is a member of the Georgia Association of Black Women Attorneys, Georgia Association for Women Attorneys, and has served as past board chair of the Atlanta Board of Ethics and a past member of the Atlanta Judicial Commission.
Additionally, she is affiliated with Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., The Links, Inc. (Buckhead/Cascade City chapter), It’s My Birthday, Atlanta, Inc., the Arthur Blank Family Young YMCA, and the Enchanted Closet, Inc.
Judge Ingram is also a graduate of Leadership Atlanta.
Educationally, Judge Ingram holds a bachelor’s degree from Clark Atlanta University and a Juris Doctor from Georgia State University.
Current Status of the Case
The case was last heard on June 17, with testimony paused on the 100th day of the trial pending the outcome of the recusal motion.
As Judge Ingram steps in, the future of the trial remains uncertain.
Defense attorneys are expected to file for a mistrial, and Judge Ingram will need to determine whether the trial should continue from where it left off or start anew.
The assignment of Judge Ingram brings a new chapter to this high-profile case, with the fate of Young Thug and the other defendants hanging in the balance.
All eyes will be on Judge Shukura Ingram as she navigates the complexities and challenges that lie ahead.
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