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STATESVILLE --
Elisa Baker’s federal drug trial is being postponed until January.
Baker, 43, was indicted by a federal grand jury on May 18 on seven drug charges. According to the indictment, Baker’s illegal drug activity dated from May 2006 to October 2010, and involves Hydrocodone, Oxycodone and Alprazolam. Oxycodone and Hydrocodone are prescription medications used to treat moderate pain. Alprazolam, also known as Xanax, is primarily used for anxiety.

According to the federal court judge, Baker is facing a maximum penalty of 115 years in prison and a $4.2 million fine if convicted on all charges.

Baker’s trial has been continued to Jan. 9, 2012, at 10 a.m., said Carolyn Bouchard, docket clerk for the US Clerk of Court, Statesville district.

http://www2.hickoryrecord.com/news/2011/oct/17/4/elisa-bakers-federal-drug-trial-delayed-ar-1506379/
 
http://www.charlotteobserver.com/2011/10/23/2715365/from-jail-elisa-baker-insists.html
From jail, Elisa Baker insists she didn't do it

She speaks publicly for first time since pleading guilty to killing stepdaughter Zahra.


Elisa Baker, in her first public interview, insisted from jail Friday that she was innocent despite pleading guilty last month to murdering her stepdaughter Zahra.

Baker portrayed herself as a loving stepmother and an unwilling participant in covering up the 10-year-old's mysterious death.

In the jail, Elisa Baker looked down and began to tear up as she recounted her version of events.

The morning after she found Zahra, Baker said Adam Baker took several white trash bags and a small saw from the kitchen.

"Don't come back here," she said he told her. "Stay in the kitchen. Don't pay attention to nothing."
He went into Zahra's bedroom and shut the door, she said. Later, she said, he put filled trash bags in the back of their SUV.

She said she confronted him:
"You need to tell me what you've done with her."

"I had to do what is going to save us both."
 
Adam Baker case continued in Caldwell, may go to Grand Jury

http://www2.hickoryrecord.com/news/...ontinued-caldwell-may-go-grand-ju-ar-1570518/

snipped:

Adam Baker, the father of murder victim Zahra Baker, was in Caldwell County court on Thursday to face misdemeanor charges, but the case was continued until January 5.

Pearce said Baker has received no offer from the district attorney’s office other than to plead guilty as charged.
 
1.
Judge grants a continuance in Adam Baker's trial

http://www.charlotteobserver.com/2011/11/03/2745103/judge-grants-a-continuance-in.html

snipped:

"The father of Zahra Baker is facing charges of failing to return rented property, two counts of communicating threats, assault with a deadly weapon and five counts of writing worthless checks"


"If convicted Baker could face up to 120 days in jail for each count, but his attorney, Shell Pearce, says probation is more likely."



2.
Zahra's Father Angered by comments implicating him in case

http://www.wsoctv.com/news/29676432/detail.html

snipped:

"Adam Baker learned Thursday that he may be indicted as early as next week on several misdemeanor charges ranging from communicating threats to worthless checks. "


3.

Adam Baker angry at Elisa's claims of innocense in Zahra's death
http://www.wbtv.com/story/15950471/adam-baker-due-in-court-thursday-morning


snipped:

"His attorney Shell Pearce said he is frustrated too with how long it is taking to resolve Adam's cases.

He also said his information is that the District Attorney delayed the cases Thursday because he wants to go to the Grand jury and get what is called a "presentment." That would automatically move Adam's misdemeanor charges from District Court to Superior Court.

It would not mean the charges would be upgraded and would not increase possible penalties. Pearce said he believes, from the evidence he has seem that Adam is innocent of the charges he faces."
 
http://www2.hickoryrecord.com/news/2011 ... r-1705070/
Father donates $25,000 to Zahra's playground in honor of daughter
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josiebaker.jpg


The resemblance between Zahra Clare Baker and Josephine Baker Shuford is uncanny. That’s one of the reasons Josie’s father decided to give $25,000 to the Zahra Baker All-Children’s Playground.

“This gift is in honor of my daughter Josie, and I know the playground will be an extraordinary place where children of all abilities can play, but it is also a reminder to adults how precious all children are and that it is our responsibility to ensure their safety,” Shuford said.

"This is my Christmas project,” Shuford said. “I am glad to do it. I was led to do it. Every child should be happy and safe. Zahra’s story touched my heart.” And he gives thanks for Josie and her two sisters.

Josie is 11 years old and will be 12 next June. Her favorite colors are blue and purple. Purple was one of Zahra's favorite colors, too. Purple is one of the main colors in the playground.

"It is so nice of my dad to do that for me and pretty cool to be a part of a special playground for all kids," said Josie
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Elisa Baker in federal court Thursday for plea hearing

January 02, 2012 - Statesville Record & Landmark

"Baker pleaded not guilty to the charges in hearing in June. Baker’s trial was postponed in October, following a filing by the attorneys requesting additional time to prepare for trial and interview witnesses.

Baker’s attorney filed documents in December that indicated a deal had been worked out with prosecutors."

more


http://www2.statesville.com/news/20...hearing-scheduled-federal-charges-ar-1771551/
 
http://www.wcnc.com/news/local/Adam-Baker-due-in-court-for--136652583.html

Adam Baker plea deal hearing postponed

snipped:

Wednesday morning, Baker, his attorney Mark Killian, and lawyers with the District Attorney's Office met behind closed doors to work out the details of the plea agreement. It's unlikely Baker will face any jail time.

"[Adam] hopes to get back home so he can get back and return to work, and do things any normal citizen will do," said Killian after the meeting.
 
Elisa Baker to get 20 years in plea on drug charges
Zahra's killer pleads guilty to one count

Hickory Daily Record

" CHARLOTTE --Elisa Baker pleaded guilty in federal court today to one count of selling prescription drugs and is expected to receive the maximum 20-year sentence. The plea agreement disposes the last pending charges against Baker, who is serving 14 to 18 years for the murder and dismemberment of her step-daughter, Zahra Baker."

"...Six other drug charges were dismissed. "

more

http://www2.hickoryrecord.com/news/2012/jan/05/baker-plea-deal-ar-1782016/
 
This is CALDWELL County (not the earlier Catawaba County)

Adam Baker sentenced to jail
Attorney files notice of appeal for sentence; Baker not taken into custody.

snipped:

Adam Baker was convicted of misdemeanor assault with a deadly weapon in Caldwell County District Court Thursday afternoon. He was sentenced to 30 days in jail.

A notice of appeal was immediately filed by his attorney, Shell Pearce. Baker was allowed to leave under a written promise to appear. His case will now go to Superior Court. A new court date was not immediately available.

more at:
http://www2.hickoryrecord.com/news/2012/jan/05/3/breaking-news-adam-baker-sentenced-jail-ar-1783393/
 
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