ANN ARBOR, MI - Former Michigan football coach Matt Weiss pleaded not guilty to 24 counts of computer crimes on Monday. The charges accuse him of hacking into private accounts and stealing what authorities described as "intimate" photos. Weiss, who previously served as the team's co-offensive coordinator, was fired in January after the allegations surfaced.
The Washtenaw County Prosecutor's Office filed the charges after an investigation into the alleged scheme. Details about the victims and the nature of the information accessed have not been fully disclosed. However, authorities have stated that the investigation revealed evidence of unauthorized access and theft of personal images.
Weiss's legal team has maintained his innocence and expressed confidence that he will be exonerated. The case is expected to involve complex legal arguments and potentially extensive digital forensic analysis. The next court date has not yet been set. The charges carry significant penalties, including potential jail time and fines, if Weiss is convicted.
Ex-Michigan Coach Weiss Pleads Not Guilty in Hacking Case
Former Michigan football coach Matt Weiss has entered a not-guilty plea to 24 counts of computer-related crimes. The charges stem from allegations that he illegally accessed information and stole private photographs. Weiss is accused of engaging in a scheme to obtain "intimate" images. The case is now proceeding through the legal system.