Dr. Conrad Murray Pleads Not Guilty - Bail Set At $75k

Michael Jackson's personal physician, Dr. Conrad Murray, appeared in court Monday and pleaded not guilty to involuntary manslaughter charges in connection with the death of the late pop star.

PHOTOS: See Murray Arrive At Court

In more bad news for the beleaguered doctor, it was revealed in court that Murray could soon be suspended from practicing medicine, as the Attorney General has filed a motion in the case seeking to revoke Murray's medical license.

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Murray was ordered to next appear in court on April 5th, Judge Schwartz ruled the court location to be changed to downtown, citing security concerns.

COURT DOCUMENTS: Read The Charges Against Murray

Attorneys for both sides gave their recommendations regarding the bail agreement for Murray. The DA wanted bail set at $300k, but Murray's attorney, Ed Chernoff, said there was no need to deviate from 25k to 300k, arguing that his client isn't a flight risk and that he has no criminal record.

The DA said that bail should be set higher because Murray was born out of the country, and that he travels outside of the country. DA also said another reason to increase bail is that Murray owes money in child support. Chernoff said that Murray is essentially broke and can't make child support payments.

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After hearing arguments from both sides, Judge Keith Schwartz said its important the judges are consistent, "I set a lot of bails everyday, 99% of the time I follow the bail schedule.

"Dr. Murray has no criminal record, you look at all determining factors. I think 300k is too high. Main thing for me is that the offense is significant. Dr. Murray is going to be remanded into sheriff's department, bail is 75k."

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The judge also ruled that Murray's passport must be turned over, but wouldn't place travel restrictions within the US.

Judge Schwartz also placed limitations on Murray's medical practice, ruling that he can't use or prescribe any anesthetic or Propofol. He also barred Murray from giving any heavy sedation meds. Murray can prescribe anxiety medications. The limitations are in place anywhere Murray is licensed to practice.

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Murray was remanded into custody, but was not lead away in handcuffs.

A fact that was not lost on Michael's father Joe Jackson who was present in court. Joe tells RadarOnline.com exclusively, "I want justice. I wanted to see Dr. Murray in handcuffs."

VIDEO: Crowd Shouts ‘Murderer’ At Dr. Murray As He Arrives At Court

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Angelina Jolie Visits Haitian Refugees

Angelina Jolie jetted off to the Dominican Republic Monday following her short stop in Miami where she joined Brad Pitt and eldest son Maddox to cheer on the New Orleans Saints to victory in the Super Bowl.

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Jolie is visiting with Haitian children that are in the Dominican Republic to receive medical treatment following the devastating 7.0 earthquake that hit their country on January 12th, killing more than 200,000 people.

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Angelina toured the pediatric wing of Dario Contreras Hospital in Santa Domingo with it’s director Hector Quezada and Gonzalo Vargas Llosa, the son of famed Peruvian writer, Mario Vargas Llosa.

Angelina, along with partner Brad Pitt, where among the first in Hollywood to offer their support to the ravaged country, donating $1million to Haiti earthquake relief efforts.

Feb 08, 2010 @ 06:45PM
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EXCLUSIVE: Charlie Sheen's Wife Gets Help From Domestic Violence Group

Charlie Sheen’s wife Brooke Mueller got help from the Aspen non-profit group Response, which assists victims of domestic violence, RadarOnline.com has confirmed.

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Mueller, who told police she was assaulted by Sheen on Christmas Day, visited the group before going to court Monday to come-up with a “safety-plan” aimed at rebuilding the couple’s shattered relationship.

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Formed in 1993, Response provides assistance for victims of domestic violence and sexual assault.

It states that its mission is: “To end interpersonal violence by providing support and direct services to survivors of domestic violence and / or sexual assault and to educate the community on related issues.”

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A spokesperson for Response told RadarOnline.com: “I cannot speak about specific cases or people but we do have ‘safety plans’ which help couples who have experienced violence or other problems in their relationship.”

At Monday’s court appearance District Attorney Arnold Mordkin filed three charges against Sheen: felony menacing, third degree assault (a misdemeanor) and criminal mischief (also a misdemeanor).

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Interestingly, Sheen wore his wedding ring while his wife did not, as the pair arrived and left separately from Pitkin County Court.

But it’s clear the couple has decided to stay together, even though multiple sources told RadarOnline.com they are miserable in their marriage.

Judge James Boyd agreed to modify the existing restraining order acknowledging that it was ‘her desire’ (Mueller) for him to do so.

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But Judge Boyd left in some provisions of the order, prohibiting Sheen from intimidating or harassing Mueller. Sheen also cannot consume alcohol, illegal drugs or possess firearms; the actor was told he would be held in contempt of court if he breached any of these provisions.

Judge Boyd asked Mueller’s lawyer Yale Galanter if his client was comfortable with the “safety plan”.

He responded: “She is. She met with Response (a local organization for battered women) this morning. She is satisfied.”

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Outside  court Galanter added: “Brooke’s position is she would like the charges to be dismissed and the case to be over.

“What happens after today is anyone’s guess – we all need to let them get on with their lives.”

The lawyer also told reporters outside the court that the couple would start living together ‘right now’ and that he did not know why Mueller was not wearing her wedding band while Sheen was.

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Sources have confirmed to Radar Online that Mueller has been staying at her mother’s home in Colorado and it’s expected that Sheen will stay with her at this house Monday night before they fly to Los Angeles together and try and rebuild their troubled marriage.

Mueller told police that Sheen held a knife to her throat on Christmas and threatened to kill her. Police discovered that Mueller had threatened to divorce Sheen and never let him see their infant twins.

Both had been drinking in the morning and both have been through rehab. Sources who know Charlie and Brooke tell RadarOnline.com that need is keeping them together.

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“Charlie needs Brooke right now because if she turns on him she can send him to prison,” one source told RadarOnline.com. “And Brooke needs Charlie because without him she can’t live the lifestyle of a celebrity, plus she has a prenuptial agreement that won’t pay her a lot of money.”

Mueller hired Galanter to help her out of the situation. She doesn’t want to face charges of lying to the police but she also doesn’t want to send her husband to prison and cripple herself financially.

Feb 08, 2010 @ 06:30PM
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VIDEO: Jackson Family Swarmed By Media As They Leave Court

The Jackson family fought their way through the world’s media as they left court Monday following the Conrad Murray arraignment.

PHOTOS: See Murray Arrive At Court

As RadarOnline.com previously reported Murray pleaded not guilty to involuntary manslaughter charges in connection with the death of his former patient, Michael Jackson.

COURT DOCUMENTS: Read The Charges Against Murray

Murray has been remanded in custody to be processed. Bail has been set at $75,000.

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Joe Jackson was not happy with the way the court handled the man accused of murdering his son. Joe told RadarOnline.com exclusively, "I want justice. I wanted to see Dr. Murray in handcuffs."

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Feb 08, 2010 @ 06:08PM
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Kate Gosselin Back Home And Shopping

Kate Gosselin was back home Monday after her fun filled weekend away in New York.

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The busy mom was spotted running chores at the local Fed Ex and UPS offices in Reading, Pennsylvania. But it wasn't all work and no play - Kate also managed to squeeze in a little retail therapy, stopping at Old Navy and emerging with several bags of goodies.

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Showing off her newly trimmed hairdo, Kate looked to be in great spirits as she smiled for the cameras.

Feb 08, 2010 @ 05:02PM
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Drew Barrymore Involved in Car Crash

Drew Barrymore got into a fender bender with a paparazzo on Monday and she was none too happy about it, RadarOnline.com has learned.

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The Golden Globe winning actress was in her car leaving the Byron Tracy Hair Salon in Beverly Hills when the photographer hit her from behind.

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According to witnesses, Barrymore got out of her car and was extremely upset, screaming at the paparazzo. She argued with the photographer as they blamed each other for the accident, before getting into her car and heading off home.

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Feb 08, 2010 @ 04:45PM
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VH1 Celebrity Fit Club Debuts New Season Contestants

The popular VH1 hit show Celebrity Fit Club is back on our screens for a 7th season, debuting on Monday night.

PHOTOS: Check Out Before And After Pictures Of The Contestants

Fighting the flab this season are Kevin Federline and his ex-girlfriend and baby momma Shar Jackson, ex-Skid Row front man Sebastian Bach, R & B bad boy Bobby Brown, Bad Girls Club star Tanisha Thomas, Project Runway Season 1 winner Jay McCarroll, High School Musical's KayCee Stroh and ex-Baywatch babe Nicole Eggert.

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Split into two competing teams of four, each week the teams are given different physical challenges, and weighed to see if they reached their target goal weights. They are monitored and supervised by a team that includes a nutritionist, a psychologist, and a physical trainer.

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Judging by the after pictures released by VH1 the contestants worked hard to shed the pounds. But now comes the really difficult part - keeping it off!

Feb 08, 2010 @ 04:45PM
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Charlie Sheen Charged With Felony Menacing & Two Misdemeanors

Charlie Sheen found himself in familiar territory on Monday, going in front of a judge in a Colorado courtroom.

PHOTOS: Charlie Sheen Arrives At Court

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Sheen was formally charged with felony menacing and two misdemeanors: 3rd degree assault and criminal mischief, in connection with his alleged Christmas Day assault on third wife Brooke Mueller, who was also present for the hearing

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Mueller told police that Sheen threatened to killer her and held a knife to her throat as their argument escalated. Both had been drinking and had alcohol in their bodies at 8:30 am.

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On Monday, lawyers for the couple requested that Judge James Boyd relax the protective order that prohibits any contact between them. That request was granted with the provision that Sheen stays away from owning or handling any firearms and does not consume alcohol. Sheen has been through rehab twice but has not publicly addressed the fact that he was drinking on Christmas when Brooke called 911. As RadarOnline.com exclusively reported, Sheen had a sober coach with him at the time, but consumed alcohol anyway.

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Brooke recently left rehab treatment at Two Dreams Outer Banks in North Carolina. She flew to North Carolina after being hospitalized in Los Angeles for pneumonia. While in the hospital, her friends tried to bring her illegal drugs, and people close to her urged her to go into rehab. Her lawyer has denied that she was in rehab but multiple sources with direct knowledge of the situation have confirmed it to RadarOnline.com.

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Meanwhile, Sheen's black Mercedes was stolen from his Los Angeles home on February 5 and then driven off of a nearby cliff on Mulholland Drive.

Mueller was not wearing her wedding ring in court Monday. Charlie was wearing his ring. Sources tell RadarOnline.com that Charlie is terrified Brooke will help prosecutors put him behind bars and Team Sheen has communicated that if that scenario unfolds Mueller will lose a lot of money, because she has a restrictive prenuptial agreement.

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It was revealed in court that Mueller had attended Response, a battered women’s shelter in Aspen Colorado.

At the end of the hearing Charlie and Brooke hugged each other before leaving separately.

Sheen's next court appearance is scheduled for March 15th.

Feb 08, 2010 @ 04:37PM
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Michael Jackson Estate Hopes Justice Will Be Done

Howard Weitzman, the attorney representing John Branca and John McClain, Special Administrators for the Estate of the late superstar Michael Jackson, released a statement Monday following Dr. Conrad Murray’s appearance in court.

PHOTOS: See Murray Arrive At Court

Judge Schwartz also placed limitations on Murray's medical practice, ruling that he can't use or prescribe any anesthetic or Propofol. He also barred Murray from giving any heavy sedation meds. Murray can prescribe anxiety medications. The limitations are in place anywhere Murray is licensed to practice.

PHOTOS: The Jackson Family Arrive At Court

“Sadly, today’s events are a painful reminder of Michael’s untimely passing last June 25 and the deep personal loss we continue to share with his fans, his friends, and especially his family and children,” the statement says. “We hope justice will be done. During the years the world was blessed to have known him, Michael chose to use his gifts and artistry to give people hope, to comfort those in need and to spread messages of unity and peace. Because of that legacy he left behind, we believe that in years to come Michael will be remembered far more for the remarkable things he did with his life than for the tragedy of his death.”

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As RadarOnline.com previously reported Murray was arraigned Monday at LAX Court in Los Angeles and charged with involuntary manslaughter in connection with the the death of his former patient. Murray pleaded not guilty and was released on $75,000 bail.

VIDEO: Crowd Shouts “Murderer” As Murray Arrives At Court

Following the DA’s concerns that Murray may be a flight risk, Judge Keith Schwartz ruled that Murray's passport must be turned over, but didn't place travel restrictions within the US.

Judge Schwartz also placed limitations on Murray's medical practice, ruling that he can't use or prescribe any anesthetic, including Propofol. He also barred Murray from giving any heavy sedation meds.  The limitations are in place anywhere Murray is licensed to practice.

Murray is ordered to next appear in court on April 5th.

Feb 08, 2010 @ 04:30PM
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PHOTOS: Tiger Woods Wife Celebrates Son's First Birthday

Tiger Woods' wife Elin Nordegren was spotted in public Monday for the first time since picking up her husband from sex addiction rehab last week.

PHOTOS: Elin Picks Up Sam From School And Celebrates Charlie's Birthday

Beautiful Elin Nordegren was photographed picking up their daughter, Sam, from school in Orlando before carrying presents to her car. Tiger and Elin's son Charlie turns one-year-old today.

Feb 08, 2010 @ 04:20PM
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VIDEO: Conrad Murray Arrives At Court, Crowd Shouts 'Murderer'

An angry crowd shouted “murderer” at Dr. Conrad Murray as he arrived at court on Monday to be arraigned on an involuntary manslaughter charge in the death of Michael Jackson.

PHOTOS: See Murray Arrive At Court

As Murray exited his SUV, angry Jackson fans shouted "murderer" and other people in crowd could be hard yelling, “Justice for Michael.”

Murray was Michael Jackson's live-in doctor at the time of his shocking death more than seven months ago.

PHOTOS: Inside Michael Jackson's House

The doctor administered Propofol to Michael, whose death has been ruled a  homicide with Propofol playing a significant role. The drug is rarely, if ever, administered outside a hospital.

Murray administered Propofol to Michael and left the room. When he came back Jackson was in severe distress and eventually died.

PHOTOS: The Jacksons Arrive At Court For Murray's Court Appearance

As Murray made his way into court, one man in the crowd yelled, “Why’d you do it? Why’d  you leave Michael by himself for so long?”

Story developing...

Feb 08, 2010 @ 04:14PM
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