Chapter 18 - The Courtroom Showdown Over Lily’s Full Custody Rights
Three weeks later, the federal district courthouse in Manhattan was packed with reporters and legal teams.
Judge Harrison presided over the final forfeiture and custody hearings regarding the Carter estate.
Jessica sat at the defense table in an orange jumpsuit, flanked by a public defender who looked completely defeated.
The evidence presented by Arthur Vance—including the audio tapes, financial records, and forged documents—was absolute.
“The court finds the defendant guilty of grand larceny, identity fraud, and malicious deprivation of liberty,” the judge ruled.
He sentenced Jessica to thirty years in a federal penitentiary without the possibility of parole.
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As the gavel came down with a sharp crack, Jessica glared at Mark with pure, venomous hatred from across the room.
Mark didn't flinch, holding Lily’s small hand tightly as they walked out of the courtroom together.
