Attorneys Request Reconsideration of David Taylor's Detention Order
Defense lawyers for David Taylor, former leader of Kingdom of God Global Church, are asking a judge to reconsider the decision to keep him in custody while awaiting trial on federal forced labor and money laundering conspiracy charges.
Background of the Case
Last month, a judge denied Taylor's bond, citing the need to limit his contact with church members during ongoing court proceedings. Taylor and Michelle Brannon, the church's executive director, are accused of compelling church members in Michigan, Florida, Texas, and Missouri to work without pay while soliciting donations at the church's call centers.
Prosecutors' Evidence
Prosecutors presented numerous text messages in a federal indictment, in which Taylor reportedly ordered punishments for workers who failed to meet donation goals. These punishments allegedly included:
- Food deprivation
- Sleep deprivation
- Shelter deprivation
- Denial of medical care
Defense Arguments in Motion to Appeal Detention
Taylor’s attorneys argue these messages were exchanged during a "theological orientation," called "boot camp" by the church, which they describe as "rigorous, but not harmful," and stated it was "voluntarily attended by every participant."
His attorneys claim Taylor "never personally imposed these punishments and was never present when these punishments were allegedly carried out."
The filing further states Taylor was living “shut away” in North Carolina at the time the messages were sent.
Summary
The defense aims to challenge the basis of Taylor’s detention, emphasizing voluntary participation and his lack of direct involvement in punishments.
Author's summary: David Taylor's defense challenges his detention by arguing the alleged punishments were part of a voluntary church program and that he was not directly involved in enforcing them.
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