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Michael Drejka's attorneys to argue for lower bond in court hearing

Authorities are holding Drejka on $100,000 bond.
Credit: 10News, Pinellas County Jail
Michael Drejka is charged with manslaughter after the deadly Clearwater shooting over a parking space that renewed a debate over Florida's "stand your ground" law.

CLEARWATER, Fla. – Michael Drejka, the man accused of fatally shooting a man outside a Clearwater convenience store in a case that has stirred controversy over Florida's "stand your ground" law, is due in front of a judge today for a bond hearing.

The bond hearing is scheduled for 9:30 a.m. at the County Justice Center in Clearwater.

Drejka and his attorneys will try to get his $100,000 bond decreased during the hearing.

On Friday, Drejka waived his right to an arraignment hearing and entered a not guilty plea to a manslaughter charge.

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