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Utica Mom Charged Uniquely After Son's Criminal Activities, Reports
Utica mother, Jessica Smith, is facing a rarely used charge of criminal facilitation after her son was arrested for multiple felonies, including robbery and assault. The incidents reportedly occurred on September 15, 2023, in Utica, New York. Authorities allege that Smith aided her son in committing these crimes, raising questions about parental responsibility. This unusual charge highlights the serious implications of enabling criminal behavior within a family dynamic. Smith is scheduled to appear in court later this month.