DR
Dennis Ridner
Nov 18, 2025
Public Review: Prosecutor Stephen L. Bates II
Author: Dennis Ridner - Litigation advocate
Date: November 23, 2025
Location: Grant County, Kentucky
I. Purpose
This review evaluates the conduct of Prosecutor Stephen L. Bates II in the Grant County District Court. It is testimony of suppression, misconduct, and unlawful appeal.
II. Findings
- Malicious Prosecution: Pursued charges despite statutory immunity, violating due process.
- Suppression of Evidence: Failed to disclose exculpatory body cam footage, violating Brady v. Maryland.
- Content‑Based Discrimination: Targeted prophetic testimony and religious exercise, violating the First Amendment.
- Unlawful Appeal: Appealed where dismissal was mandated, trespassing outside jurisdiction.
- Public Impact: Bates acted not as minister of justice but as agent of suppression, undermining the integrity of prosecution.
III. Public Declaration
> “Woe unto you, lawyers! for ye have taken away the key of knowledge: ye entered not in yourselves, and them that were entering in ye hindered.” (Luke 11:52, KJV)
IV. Conclusion
Prosecutor Bates acted outside lawful jurisdiction, suppressed evidence, and trespassed against constitutional protections. The public is called to demand accountability, correction, and removal from office.