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Judge Orders Smokey Robinson Accusers to Surrender Phones for Forensic Review

The ruling shifts discovery toward a forensic search of the accusers' cell phones.

Overview

  • A Los Angeles judge granted Robinson's motion Friday, giving the plaintiffs 10 days to turn over their devices for imaging.
  • Robinson's filing cited a "continued risk" of data deletion and alleged noncompliance with prior discovery requests.
  • The order applies to Jane Does 1–4, with defense access expected to include texts, call logs, and related communications.
  • The civil case began in May with four former housekeepers alleging rape, sexual battery, and false imprisonment, and two more sought to join in November, including a male accuser.
  • Robinson denies the claims and has filed a $500 million defamation suit against the original four, and prosecutors previously confirmed a separate 2015 probe ended without charges.