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[JT Hatter]

http://legalinsurrection.com/2013/07/zimmerman-trial-verdict-watch-live/

[Jeff Head]

Zimmerman found not guilty

From USA Today

SANFORD, Fla.--George Zimmerman, the man accused of murdering Trayvon Martin, was found not guilty of second-degree murder and manslaughter on Saturday.

The verdict is the culmination of a case that captured the nation's attention and will undoubtedly be imprinted in America's history. For Zimmerman, it means trying to recapture his life after he was at the center of a national maelstrom over racial profiling, state gun laws and what constitutes self-defense.

The not guilty verdict means the jury of six women found that Zimmerman justifiably used deadly force and reasonably believed that such force was "necessary to prevent imminent death or great bodily harm" to himself — Florida's definition of self-defense.

Zimmerman showed no emotion as the verdict was read. After the verdict was read, he smiled slightly and shook hands with one of his lawyers.

The unidentified jurors decided Zimmerman didn't "intentionally commit an act or acts that caused death" or demonstrate a "depraved mind without regard for human life" --Florida's definitions of manslaughter and second degree murder, respectively.

In a press conference after the verdict, Zimmerman attorney Mark O'Mara said his client will now need to get on with his life.

"I think he's going to be great. I think he is still worried. Hopefully everyone will respect the jury's verdict," O'Mara said.

He offered his sympathies to Trayvon's parents for the loss of their son. But he said despite the national protests that erupted after the shooting, the case had nothing to do with civil rights.

Zimmerman's brother, Robert, told CNN's Piers Morgan that his brother was processing the reality that he is free.

"He has some decompressing to do," he said. "Our family was emotional. We are exonerated as a family and George is exonerated as a defendant. It's going to take us some time to heal."

For all the euphoria on Zimmerman's team, prosecutors and Trayvon's family faced a huge letdown. Trayvon's parents were not in the courtroom when the verdict was read.

Trayvon's father Tracy posted on Twitter, "Even though I am broken-hearted, my faith is unshattered. I will always love my baby Tray ... even in his death I know my baby proud of the FIGHT we along with all of you put up for him."

The family's attorney Benjamin Crump thanked all the protesters nationwide who "put their hoodies up and to everybody who said, 'I am Trayvon.' " He urged supporters to remain peaceful, despite the verdict.

Lead prosecutor Bernie De la Rionda said, "I am disappointed in the verdict but I respect it. We accept the jury's verdict."

My own feeling is this. I have followed the trial closely...each day. The Jury clearly looked at the evidence, which was overwhelming for the defense and Zimmerman.

Zimmerman's nose was broken and his face was bruised and bloodied after the confrontation. He had cuts and bruises on the back of his head. He had grass stains on the back of his shirt and pants. Treyvon had no injuries from the fight, except the gunshot wound. There were scrapes on his knuckles. And he had grass stains on his knees. All of this was supported by the forensic evidence and was not challenged.

It is clear who was delivering a beating, and who was receiving it. An eye witness indicated Treyvon was on top of Zimmerman and hitting him. Clearly, the one who was screaming histerically, and terrified for help, was the one being beaten, not the one on top doing the beating.

In almost all cases, the prosecution witnesses, under cross examination, gave testimony that ended up supporting Zimmerman's story.

It is tragic that things happened like they did. But neither person had broken any laws, or committed any crime, and could have walked away from this up until the time one of them decided to sucker punch the other in the face, break his nose and knock him down. Even then Treyvon could have walked away and had very little long term personal consequence. But when he began beating Zimmerman on the ground as he did, he took a path that led to his death. Zimmerman finally shot, and the forensic evidence showed that Treyvon was shot at close range, with the bullet traveling upward through his body (and his heart) while Zimmerman was on the ground.

There simply was not evidence of any hate crimes. There was simply no evidence of murder or negligence. The jury decided that Zimmerman was defending himself.

We know now that Zimmerman, an Hispanic male, mentored young black kids in his spare time. No racist there at all.

No, it is tragic that a 17 year old young man was killed. He was not a "little" kid. He was 6' 2" tall, 170 lbs, and was quite muscular and fit as a high school football player. Zimmerman was 5'9", also weighed around 170 lbs, but was not in good shape and over weight. And Treyvon was not angelic...far from it. His facebook page and tweets make that clear enough, as does his own record...all of which the jury could not hear...and in the end, did not need to.

Would Zimmerman have died that night? We will never know. But he clearly thought he was in great danger, and he was definitely being beat up. So he finally pulled his gun and shot in self defense.

I pray the country can move on from this. This case was trumped up by politicians, the Media, and those seeking a racial cause. The local police had already pretty much determined what this jury found and that is why Zimmerman was released after being taken to the police station that night. These types of things happen fairly often in this nation of 350 million.

For example, shortly before this event, a black man, who was being stalked by 4-5 white thugs, was at home one night when these thugs came to his house and began calling him names, and throwing rocks at his home from his drive way. He was safe in his home. It was secure and he was armed. He did not have to go out. But they were on his property and he decided to go out and confront them. There was an argument. One of the young men, about 19 years old, charged the man yelling that he was going to hurt him. The man shot...and the 19 year old died.

That man was not tried. He was not arrested for murder or manslaughter. Everyone knew these kids were on his property and up to no good. He could have stayed inside, but he decided to confront the evil on his property and when attacked, he defended himself. I have no problem with it...and believe more Americans should send such messages to criminals when they are threatened. 911 takes on average 9 minutes for anyone to get there. Usually by that time, it is over.

That above case happened in Florida by the way...and there was no outcry, no demands to punish that man for killing the much younger man. It was clearly self defense...as was this case with Zimmerman.

[Jeff Head]

Hehehe...Laz, it will be like the Rodney King riots.

They will try to go and get whitey...but when they are met by people with guns and the determination to use them...they will go burn down their own neighborhoods.

And if they do...good riddance.

[seekthetruth]

Praise God! Thanks to the jury! They reviewed the facts and did the right thing in finding George Zimmerman not guilty! Notice it was NOT GUILTY, although you will hear the word “acquittal” used instead.
As a Floridian I have plenty to say and do to see that further justice is done! The fact that Angela Cory and Pam Bondi were responsible for not allowing facts to be brought before a Grand Jury needs to be addressed.

I hope thousands of Floridians will join me in seeing that support is given to the Seminole County Sheriff and Sanford Police Chief who were fired because they would not file charges against George Zimmerman. Why wouldn't they file charges? Because their full investigations showed that George Zimmerman acted in self defense. Angela Cory was also responsible for this: http://www.jacksonville.com/news/metro/2013-07-13/story/state-attorney-angela-corey-fires-information-techonology-director-who

I also hope that the citizens of Sanford will take a very close look at the actions of their Mayor and other City Manager.

[MacMattico]

100% Agree

[gleeaikin]

Never mind Obama, Zimmerman will be unsafe anywhere in or out of jail for a long time.

[Lucky9teen]

Amen!!!

[boatbums]

I pray the country can move on from this. This case was trumped up by politicians, the Media, and those seeking a racial cause. The local police had already pretty much determined what this jury found and that is why Zimmerman was released after being taken to the police station that night. These types of things happen fairly often in this nation of 350 million.

Good job summarizing this case and I agree that the motivations for this PERSECUTION were political. I also hope and pray our country moves on from this wiser and more peaceful and that those who instigate racial unrest for their own monetary and political benefit are finally exposed. One of the BEST results can be that the minorities that are being baited and used by these sinister forces wise up and recognize it and become determined to not allow themselves to be prostituted by them anymore. It is up to them - each individual - to make their world a better place.

[Deo volente]

Just talked to my brother in the S.F. Bay Area. He said the news there is talking about nothing but Tim Lincecum's no-hitter tonight for the Giants.
Hardly any mention of the trial. He said there's a small crowd out in the city protesting, but that's about it.

[MCH]

Awesome post. Excellent synopsis, putting everything into context.

[proud American in Canada]

I believe justice was done. I do fear for Mr. Zimmermans life. He needs our prayers.

[spokeshave]

Good, Zero can declare all he wants. Finding someone to obey it, on the other hand.....

Yeah....

King Barack Hussain Canute Obama

[bgill]

I’m thinking there was too much traffic for calls to go through but who knows. Maybe “they” were tampering with calls to stop riots? Who knows.

[Pollster1]

The arrest will be aggressive, violent, humiliating and brutal. If they think they have half an excuse, they will gladly murder him along with his dog, if he has one.

Zimmerman survived the biased state felony trial. Now he just has to survive the biased federal civil rights trial, the biased civil court trial, and the hundred thousand twitter followers of Spike Lee who have his home address and want the glory of murdering a symbol - the man who killed Obama's son and got away with claiming "self-defense".

I have been praying for George Zimmerman and for America daily - George for a year and America for five years - and it's not time to stop. It's not over until the fat lady sings, and Angela Corey is a long way from even warming up.

[Squantos]

........:o)

[Squantos]

YOU stay safe !

[Squantos]

Thanks to FR and its FReepers for the coverage...... Donate donate donate people. Even if its a 20$ bill.

Stay safe Onyx !

[onyx]

God bless and keep you, dearest, kind Squantos!!

Thank you so much for the FReepathon message.

You. Are. Awesome!

[Squantos]

Just grateful for the portal to information that is still here..... And of course those that really run this site like YOU !.....:o)

Was watching the POS Piers Morgan interview Zimmermans brother , Robert ? Robert is a very intelligent and articulate speaker and hosed the idiot presstitute Morgan at every turn.

Media and Polidiots incited these riots tonight..... mSm and pandering polidiots etc should be jailed and made to pay personally and professionally for the deaths and damages their cow crap coverage creates.

When the news creates the news bad things result. Such is just pure evil IMO ....

Time to vote with our dollars before, on and after Election Day.

Hugs Oynx !..... Stay Safe !

Stay safe !

[onyx]

I watched that same interview and you’re right:

“Robert Zimmerman is a very intelligent and articulate speaker and hosed the idiot presstitute Morgan at every turn.”

Piers was gobsmacked at every turn! I loved the interview.

I wish those media harlots had to pay big bucks for their EVIL lies.

Thank you so much again, dearest Squantos! You are absolutely the very best.

XOXOXO

I’ll stay safe. I *is* armed and ready. :)
You have to attend one of the Texas Shoots, ya know?
Like next year!

[WakeUpAndVote]

http://www.renfordpbrowngl.org/about_us.html

Second paragraph down. The founding of their version of Free Masons are not the ones you are thinking of. It is not even Prince Hall Masons. (The black version of Free Masons, and even they are not recognized by Grand Lodge.). This wanna be version that he belongs to was formed in the 1950’s. There is no way they would be allowed in a lodge of regular Masons. It sounds like a Dr. Banks created his own version when he could not get in to the regulars.