UC Davis Vandalism Case Dismissed
Judge Sonia Cortés dismissed all charges in the vandalism case involving the UC Davis "Egghead" sculptures, ruling that the defendants had taken meaningful steps to make amends.
The university and museum representatives were open to alternative resolutions rather than criminal prosecution.
dismissal was warranted "in the interest of justice"
The case stemmed from a 2024 protest on the UC Davis campus connected to outrage over violence in the Middle East.
Author's summary: Judge dismisses UC Davis vandalism case.