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Albemarle County Commonwealth’s Attorney Denise Lunsford said she agreed with Higgins’ decision to continuing presiding over the case.

Judge denies motion to recuse herself from Jesse Matthew trial

In a hearing Thursday, Jesse Matthew — who is currently facing a capital murder trial for charges relating to the disappearance and death of former second-year College student Hannah Graham in September 2014 — waived his right to a speedy trial at the Albemarle County Circuit Court.

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Top prosecutor in the Jesse Matthew case and Albemarle Commonwealth's Attorney Denise Lunsford asked the court to deny many of the 12 motions filed by the defense.
Albemarle County Commonwealth’s Attorney Denise Lunsford said she agreed with Higgins’ decision to continuing presiding over the case.

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