Anthony Scirrotto Seeking Plea Deal
The alleged ring leader of an invasion and assault that involved numerous Penn State football players is apparently seeking a plea bargain instead of going to trial. The reason he wants a deal? He just wants to get on with his life. That might not be a terrible idea because a trial would loom over not only Scirrotto but the entire football team possibly. Why have this news loom over the football action for as long as it happens?
From the Centre Daily Times [link];
Both sides declined to discuss what Scirrotto may plead to or what his possible punishment could be. [Scirrotto's attorney, Ron] McGlaughlin said he is hopeful [Centre County District Attorney, Michael] Madeira will grant the student entry into the Accelerated Rehabilitative Disposition program, which would allow Scirrotto to have his record cleared if he completes court-ordered programs, fines and probation.
Scirrotto’s plea is set to be submitted on February 14, Valentine’s Day. On the other hand, Chris Baker’s trial is set to begin March 31. Baker is one of the Nittany Lions being charged for, among other things, simple assault. That tells me Scirrotto’s troubles will be behind him way before Baker continues to be in the news for the wrong reasons.
