MARQUETTE, MI-- An Ishpeming man has been convicted of two felonies, following a two-day bench trial streamed on the internet.
Justin Langsford, 38, was convicted in 25th Circuit Court Wednesday of assault with intent to commit great bodily harm less than murder and domestic violence - 3rd offense. Normally those felonies are punishable by up to 10 and 5 years, respectively, but because of Langsford’s history of being a habitual offender with three prior felony convictions, they’re now punishable by up to life in prison.
Marquette County Prosecutor Matt Wiese says testimony showed Langsford broke two bones in the victim’s right leg and a bone in her left foot.
He believes the trial was the first in the state to be broadcast on the internet. That was done to protect Langsford’s right to a public trial, given current COVID-19 restrictions and social distancing.
