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As most of my friends/family know by now, I was arrested on December 11th, 2016 for being a water protector at Standing Rock. Although my charges are not directly related to the events I've participated in, it is clear that I was targeted for multiple related reasons.
I was pulled over on December 11th with "Mni Wiconi"
written on my car and out-of-state plates in a well known
anti-protector area. The stop led to an illegal search of my person
and vehicle, which ultimately led to my car being seized and my arrest.
The officers found prescription medicine from my doctor in the
vehicle and due to South Dakota's strict/outdated laws, I am now
facing multiple misdemeanors, one felony, and the Feds have filed
paperwork to keep my vehicle permanently because of it's financial status.
After the unconstitutional treatment that came from the
arresting officers and Walworth county jail staff, I've found myself
in legal battles that I simply cannot afford. Due to the seriousness
of my charges and the probability of losing my car, I need to hire
both a civil and a criminal attorney to help ensure the best outcome
for my future within these venues.
These battles are going to be very long, very expensive, and I
will appreciate all of the help I can get with court fees, attorney
fees, possible impound fees, possible fines, and whatever else may
arise within this process.
I've already talked to some legal
teams and have a general idea of how much everything will cost, which
is what led me to create this account.
I have been at Standing Rock for over two months now and as
expected, my funds have depleted. I will be here indefinitely while
protecting the water and fighting these charges, so if there's any
money left over from legal fees then it will go towards my survival,
my service dog (Lotus), and eventual return to California for my
degrees. Thank you all and mni wiconi!
-Ashley AKA Freebird
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