Judge Rejects Bid to Remove AG Drummond From Swadley’s Case

Judge Denies Request to Remove Attorney General From Swadley’s Case

Defense Asked Court to Remove AG Over Public Comments

The owner of Swadley’s Bar-B-Q failed in an attempt to remove Oklahoma Attorney General Gentner Drummond from his criminal trial after a judge rejected the request in court.

The motion centered on public comments suggesting the owner would ultimately serve prison time. Defense attorneys argued the comments could prejudice the case.

Judge Issues Public Statement Warning

While the judge refused to remove the Attorney General, the court did issue a stern warning to both prosecution and defense teams, instructing them not to make further public statements about the case moving forward. However, the judge stopped short of issuing a formal gag order.

Criminal Case Continues Toward Trial

The Swadley’s-related case remains active and continues through the court system. No trial date changes were announced as part of the ruling. The judge emphasized that courtroom proceedings—not public commentary—must determine the outcome.

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