In an effort to combat drug trafficking, the Liberian Government, through the Ministry of Justice, has entered into a plea-bargaining agreement with Peach H. Bility, the son of the Representative of Nimba County District #7, Musa H. Bility.
Defendant Bility formally pleaded guilty and admitted to multiple drug-related charges levied against him by the Government of Liberia. Peach agreed with state prosecutors before Criminal Assizes Court “C” on June 18, 2025, and was approved by Judge Joe S. Barkon. With this, final approvals were completed on June 23, 2025.
The Grand Jury of Montserrado County indicted Defendant Bility on June 4, 2024, for crimes committed on March 24, 2024. Bility, during the agreement, pleaded guilty to the charges to include Unlicensed Possession, Sale, Trade, Administration, Dispensation, Delivery, Distribution, Dispatch in Transit, and Transportation of Controlled Drugs or Substances (Violation of Section 14.85), and unlicensed Possession of Controlled Drugs and Substances (Violation of Section 14.89).
Initially, Peach pleaded not guilty but later entered a plea deal with the government through its lawyers, admitting to the Unlicensed Possession and Sale of Controlled Substances. Prosecutors stated that the guilty plea was reached after a thorough review of the seriousness of the offenses, Bility’s role in the crimes, the evidence available, the risks associated with a full trial, and the time already spent in pre-trial detention. Bility acknowledged full responsibility for his actions, as part of the agreement.
Confirming, Bility said he was not under any influence of substance at the time of the agreement and voluntarily waived several legal and constitutional rights, to include the right to a jury trial, the right to a speedy trial, the right to appeal the conviction, the right to confront witnesses, and the right to challenge defects in the indictment.
State prosecutors are expected to drop charges in the indictment against Bility’s son. Now, Peach is expected to face a minimum of 5 and a maximum of 20 years in prison. However, the court is not bound by the agreement and retains full discretion during sentencing.
Meanwhile, the plea cannot be withdrawn unless there is clear evidence of fraud, coercion, or other extraordinary circumstances. Cllr. M. Wilkins Wright, Peach’s lawyer, affirmed that the plea was made in his client’s best interest and that Bility fully understands the consequences. Also, prosecuting attorney, Cllr. Bobby F. W. Livingston, Director of Financial Crimes at the Ministry of Justice, reviewed the agreement and approved it.
This high-profile case marks another milestone in the Liberian government’s intensified efforts to clamp down on illicit drug activity. Justice officials reiterated their commitment to holding all individuals accountable, regardless of status or background.
The incident took place at the Miami Beach Coconut Plantation in Mamba Point. With Peach’s plea bargaining, Judge Joe S. Barkon disbanded the panel jury and ordered a probation report within five days ahead of the sentencing hearing.
