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County to weigh charges against AZ Patriots leader in Tempe bear-spray case

A decision by Tempe prosecutors and police will allow the Maricopa County Attorney’s Office to determine whether there should be felony charges against the AZ Patriots leader accused of using bear spray on protesters.

Tempe officials have decided that AZ Patriots leader Jennifer Harrison’s actions on July 3 merit the consideration of felony charges.

 Tempe prosecutors  dismissed without prejudice on Monday the two misdemeanor charges – assault and disorderly conduct – against Harrison for her actions during an abortion rights protest near Mill Avenue.

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