New York Appellate Court Censures Former Prosecutor After Drug Overdose Derails Judicial Campaign

A New York appellate court has issued a censure for Moses Bradley, a former assistant district attorney from Madison County, following his overdose on fentanyl-laced cocaine. This incident, which took place in 2022, not only impacted his personal reputation but also halted his unopposed campaign for a county judgeship. The court acknowledged Bradley’s contrition and involvement in self-help initiatives, determining that the incident had no direct influence on his legal practice. For further details, the original report is available at the New York Law Journal.