Ex-AT&T Illinois Head Could See Bribery Charges Dismissed
Former AT&T Illinois President Paul La Schiazza, accused of bribing then-Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan, has entered into a deferred prosecution agreement with federal prosecutors.
Under the agreement, La Schiazza will pay a $200,000 fine and admit to intending to bribe Madigan via a contract for the speaker's political ally.
- The agreement cancels La Schiazza's retrial, set for January.
- If La Schiazza commits any crimes or obtains firearms within a year, the agreement will be void.
La Schiazza intended to bribe Madigan via a contract for the powerful speaker’s political ally.
Author's summary: La Schiazza may see bribery charges dropped under a federal agreement.
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