A Phoenix civil-rights activist known for speaking on behalf of families in police-violence cases has pleaded not guilty to a new indictment involving allegations of check fraud.
Jarrett Maupin was indicted on nine felony counts, according to Arizona’s Family.
Prosecutors allege Maupin fraudulently cashed checks in incidents dating back to 2022. His attorney, Robert McWhirter, told the station Maupin is innocent and that the defense looks forward to showing that in court…