Justin Roiland, co-creator and star of the animated series rick and mortywas charged with alleged domestic violence that occurred in 2020. As reported nbc newsJustin Roiland is the subject of two counts, Domestic Assault with Bodily Harm and False Imprisonment by Threat, Violence, Fraud and/or Deception.
Although he pleaded not guilty in October 2020, Justin Roiland appeared in court last week for a preliminary hearing. A trial date has not yet been set. He is due for another preliminary hearing on April 27.
Events in 2020
According to court documents obtained by nbc news, the incident occurred around January 19, 2020 against an unidentified woman Justin Roiland was dating. At that time, the co-creator of rick and morty she had been released on bail of $50,000, presented on August 13, 2020, before being charged on October 14 of the same year.
“Justin is not only innocent, but we expect this case to be closed as soon as the prosecutor’s office completes its methodical review of the evidence,” his attorney, T. Edward Welbourn, told the outlet.Variety’.
He added: “We look forward to clearing Justin’s name and helping him move forward as quickly as possible.”
Currently, a restraining order prevents Justin Roiland from harassing, threatening, monitoring, or even coming within 100 feet of the complainant and he is prohibited from possessing a firearm until further notice.
Creators and dubbing actors of animated series
Justin Roiland made a name for himself thanks to the animated series rick and morty from Adult Swim, which he co-created with Dan Harmon and in which he also voices the main characters, Rick Sanchez and Morty Smith.
Issued since 2015 in France, rick and morty chronicles the misadventures of Rick, a cynical scientist, and his easily influenced grandson, Morty. The sixth season ended in December 2022.
The director and producer also co-created the series. solar Opposites, broadcast on Disney+. He has also dubbed many characters in series like Adventure time, Gravity Falls either Hooks and founded his animation studio Justin Roiland’s Solo Vanity Card Productions.
Source: BFM TV
