Overview

• Franco has been charged with human trafficking, sexual abuse, and sexual exploitation of a minor.
• The charges stem from an alleged relationship with a 14-year-old girl starting in December 2022.
• Franco has been moved to the restricted list by MLB and will not receive pay or service time.
• A preliminary hearing is scheduled for August 14 to determine if the case will go to trial.
• The legal outcome could impact Franco's ability to work in the U.S. and his MLB career.