The federal case involving the man accused of stalking WWE star Liv Morgan just hit another delay — and this one pushes the trial into May.
On February 27, the United States District Court for the Middle District of Florida, Tampa Division ruled that Shawn Chan’s criminal trial will not move forward during the Court’s March session as previously expected. Instead, the case is now delayed until May because it simply isn’t ready for trial. The reason? A court-ordered psychological examination.
According legal documents, Chan is currently undergoing a “psychological examination,” and his right to a speedy trial has been formally paused until that process is completed. In federal court, that’s a major development — it effectively stops the clock.
This ties directly to Chan’s recent push to introduce an insanity defense. Prosecutors have argued that the defense attempt was raised too late and should be barred. The Court hasn’t ruled yet on whether that defense will be allowed, but the psychological evaluation is now underway as part of that fight.
Until that’s resolved, the trial can’t proceed. When the case does eventually reach a jury, prosecutors say they’ll need three days to present their case. Chan’s defense team has not yet told the Court how long their side would take.
Chan has been behind bars since June 3, 2025, when he was arrested by the FBI. He was indicted later that month and has been denied release multiple times while awaiting trial.
He faces one count of interstate domestic violence after allegedly flying from Scarborough, Ontario to Orlando on May 26, 2025 — the same day he was issued a passport — and later traveling to Morgan’s Florida home. According to the criminal complaint, he circled the property several times, entered through the backyard, attempted to gain entry at the front door, and waited for hours before leaving a note.
Authorities say he told customs agents he would be staying at the WWE Performance Center — a facility that does not offer housing.
The handwritten note left at Morgan’s home reportedly included his name, address, phone number, and statements referencing online gaming interactions. WWE security later identified him from surveillance footage and contacted authorities, leading to his arrest days later. If convicted, Chan faces up to five years in federal prison.
For now, everything is on pause as the psychological exam plays out — and the Court’s decision on whether an insanity defense is allowed could drastically shape how this case unfolds when it finally goes to trial.
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