Former Idaho state Representative Aaron von Ehlinger, who was convicted in April of raping a legislative intern, has asked the Ada County District Court to postpone his sentencing scheduled for next Thursday, July 28th.
His attorney filed a motion Monday that references multiple motions, including a request to retry or acquit von Ehlinger’s case, as the reasons for the requested postponement.
According to the Idaho Statesman, a hearing has been scheduled for Monday to discuss whether von Ehlinger’s sentencing should be rescheduled.
The motion to retry or acquit the case is still pending until von Ehlinger receives a copy of the transcript of his jury trial. Once von Ehlinger receives a copy of the transcripts, he will have 14 days to file an additional document to support his motion to acquit or retry his case. The Ada County District Court will likely hold a hearing to consider von Ehlinger’s motion.
Von Ehlinger has been in custody since his conviction. He could face anywhere from one year to life in prison and will be required to register as a sex offender. (Idaho Statesman)
