Victoria Goodwin's Murder Plot Charge Dropped: What It Means for the Ghost Adventures Star's Wife

Legal Update on Victoria Goodwin's Case

• ⚖️ Prosecutors have agreed to drop the solicitation to murder charge against Victoria Goodwin, wife of "Ghost Adventures" star Aaron Goodwin.
• 📌 She still faces a conspiracy to commit murder charge, which carries potential prison time.
• 📅 Goodwin appeared in court this week, having been jailed since her arrest last month.

Allegations in the Murder Plot

• 🎯 Victoria Goodwin is accused of communicating with inmate Grant Amato to allegedly plot the murder of her husband, Aaron Goodwin.
• 💰 The plan reportedly involved setting aside over $11,000 to hire a third party to carry out the killing, as Amato is serving a life sentence.
• 💬 Messages between Goodwin and Amato allegedly discussed ending Aaron's existence rather than pursuing a divorce.

Goodwin's Defense and Legal Strategy

• 🤥 Victoria Goodwin denies attempting to have her husband killed, claiming she was lonely, experiencing marital issues, and merely daydreaming of a different situation.
• 🗑️ Investigators noted that messages were deleted, raising questions about whether she was hiding an affair or covering up criminal activity.
• 🤝 Legal analysts suggest the dropping of one charge indicates prosecutors are likely working towards a plea agreement.

Implications and Future Proceedings

• 💔 Aaron Goodwin has filed for divorce and is suing Victoria for negligence, assault, false imprisonment, and emotional distress.
• ⚖️ If the case proceeds to trial, Aaron Goodwin might be called to testify about their relationship and background.
• 📈 Legal experts anticipate Victoria will likely plead guilty to the conspiracy charge, potentially facing up to 10 years in prison, though leniency might be considered if she has no prior record or if mitigating factors emerge.
• 💡 The host emphasizes that divorce is always a safer option than facing criminal charges.