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United States of America v. Joseph D. Emerson

Date: 09-07-2025

Case Number: 25-CR-306

Judge: Amy M. Baggio

Court: United States District Court for the District of Oregon (Multnomah County)

Plaintiff's Attorney: United States District Attorney's Office in Portland

Defendant's Attorney: Click Here For The Best Portland Criminal Defense Law Lawyer Directory

Description:
Portland, Oregon criminal defense lawyer represented the Defendant charged with reckless endangerment and Interference with Flight Crew Members and Attendants<br>
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Joseph D. Emerson, an off-duty Alaska Airlines pilot, was sitting in an extra seat in the cockpit during a flight on Oct. 22, 2023, when he tried to cut fuel to the engines.<br>
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Joseph D. Emerson, an off-duty Alaska Airlines pilot, was sitting in an extra seat in the cockpit during a flight on Oct. 22, 2023, when he tried to cut fuel to the engines, the authorities said.<br>
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The Defendant was also charged with a state law violation.
Outcome:
The Defendant elected to plead guilty.
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About This Case

What was the outcome of United States of America v. Joseph D. Emerson?

The outcome was: The Defendant elected to plead guilty.

Which court heard United States of America v. Joseph D. Emerson?

This case was heard in United States District Court for the District of Oregon (Multnomah County), AK. The presiding judge was Amy M. Baggio.

Who were the attorneys in United States of America v. Joseph D. Emerson?

Plaintiff's attorney: United States District Attorney's Office in Portland. Defendant's attorney: Click Here For The Best Portland Criminal Defense Law Lawyer Directory.

When was United States of America v. Joseph D. Emerson decided?

This case was decided on September 7, 2025.