Goat rescue trial developments take a dramatic turn as four Direct Action Everywhere animal rights activists get a major break in a controversial California case. The activists faced felony charges after rescuing two sick baby goats, Phoebe and Celia, from Vera Goat Dairy in Northern California. Now, those felony charges have been reduced to misdemeanors, eliminating the possibility that the four defendants could face more than six years behind bars.

"The charges have just been reduced from felonies to misdemeanors."
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What You'll Discover

Jane Velez-Mitchell speaks with defendants Carla Cabral and Sally Zito following the dramatic court appearance. The case raises larger questions about open rescue, animal cruelty allegations and the legal risks faced by animal activists. UnchainedTV reports that controversy also surrounds an alleged prior relationship between the prosecuting District Attorney and the owners of the farm property—an issue the defendants characterize as a conflict of interest. The District Attorney's office was ordered to disclose information concerning that alleged relationship.

"Going to trial is important so that we can present this evidence to the general public."
– Carla Cabral

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Hear directly from the activists at the center of this extraordinary animal rights trial and discover why its outcome could matter to the broader Right to Rescue movement. Listen now, share this episode and follow UnchainedTV for continuing coverage.

Jane Velez-Mitchell is an award-winning journalist, TV producer and NY Times bestselling author who founded UnchainedTV, the world's premier plant-based streaming network. UnchainedTV offers 2,000 free documentaries, cooking shows, lifestyle and news programs. Download UnchainedTV free on mobile or TV streaming devices like Amazon Fire, Roku, and Apple TV. Watch online: https://watch.unchainedtv.com/browse

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