Superior Court Judge John Newson issues a stern warning to 23-year-old Vullnetar Balidemaj, emphasizing the risks he faces in failing to comply with probation conditions related to a ghost gun possession charge. Despite being granted a chance for a clean record through a diversionary program, Balidemaj has violated terms by working at his father’s restaurant where firearms are present, placing him on a precarious path towards a possible three-year prison sentence.
Balidemaj’s legal troubles are compounded by family ties—his brother, Atlantikh Balidemaj, is facing murder charges linked to a separate incident. Judge Newson’s admonition reflects ongoing concerns about Balidemaj’s understanding of his situation, noting previous warnings about intimidation towards victims’ families. As probation conditions become more stringent, the court awaits Balidemaj’s compliance, crucial for his rehabilitation program set to conclude in January 2027.
Read full story at www.yahoo.com
