Detroit Free Press
Twin brothers accused of plotting to kidnap Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer will remain on electronic tethers while on bond, a judge ruled Wednesday while lifting a house arrest and curfew restriction.
Court officials confirmed District Judge Michael Stepka's order granting Michael Null and William Null – both 39 – more flexibility to work, meet with their attorneys and see other family members as they await court hearings.
If convicted, the men could serve sentences of more than 20 years in prison.
Defense attorneys had argued the men, who work construction jobs, did not pose a threat to the community, nor was there a risk that they would try to flee the state before facing a trial.