by Mindy Aguon, KUAM NewsWednesday, May 30, 2007 Subscribe to Mindy's newsfeed
The case against former Superior Court administrator Tony Sanchez and Howard hills was scheduled to continue today, but the matter was moved until next month. Sanchez, who remains employed at the Governor's Office, has pleaded not guilty to charges of unlawful influence, conspiracy, theft of property held in trust, and official misconduct. The public official is accused of authorizing at least 36 payments of $9,000 each written out to Hills, but turned over to convicted felon and former powerhouse lobbyist Jack Abramoff.Hills also pleaded not guilty to the criminal charges. Hills and Sanchez both wait for the court to set a trial date. The matter was continued until June 28.