As of October 2023, Donald Trump faces several legal cases, including multiple criminal indictments. These cases include charges related to his business practices in New York, where he is accused of falsifying business records, as well as his handling of classified documents after leaving office, leading to federal charges including obstruction of justice and illegal retention of national defense information. He is also implicated in attempts to overturn the 2020 election results, resulting in charges of conspiracy and solicitation of election officials. While Trump has been indicted in several cases, he has not yet been convicted in a court of law. The legal process involves lengthy pre-trial proceedings, including motions, appeals, and potential jury trials, which can prolong any resolution. Additionally, Trump has maintained his innocence and his legal team is actively defending against the charges, which contributes to his current status of not being incarcerated. The outcomes of these cases are still pending, which also affects why he remains free.
In May 2024, he was found guilty on
34 criminal counts in the Hush Money case.
For the status of the other current cases and appeals, you can check out the case tracker at
Politico.
