The latest news on the Stanislav Shmulevich Koran-dunking “hate crime:” Mr. Shmulevich now has a legal team, and two LGF members are on it. His defense is being prepared.

The team intends to act pro bono (without charge to Stan), but in any case like this there will be substantial legal expenses unrelated to the attorneys; so they are also planning to set up a transparent fund to receive donations from interested parties. When that’s established I’ll post more details.

UPDATE at 7/31/07 12:23:15 pm:

Also at Hot Air: Video: Looks like cops caved to CAIR on Shmulevich, says Kelly.

UPDATE at 7/31/07 12:30:11 pm:

Note: LGF has nothing to do with the donation fund; it’s being set up by the legal team and managed by them. We’re not involved in that.

UPDATE at 7/31/07 1:27:20 pm:

Since we’re discussing the case, let’s make sure we’re all aware of the facts about the actual charges, instead of speculating.

Here’s the criminal complaint.