Jackson Enters a Not Guilty Plea

The Columbian (January 17, 2004)

Author: Linda Deutsch, Associated Press Writer

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SANTA MARIA, Calif. -- The Michael Jackson circus came to town Friday as the pop star showed up in court 21 minutes late to plead innocent to child molesting, got a scolding from the judge, and then danced on top his SUV in front of a cheering crowd.

Later, he invited fans back to his Neverland Ranch for refreshments.

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Jackson Enters a Not Guilty Plea

Jackson's antics marked a bizarre start to a criminal case that could send the 45-year-old singer to prison for decades.

"Mr. Jackso...

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