Posted on 03/05/2016 4:32:33 PM PST by Libloather
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Talking to the government, or giving a "proffer," relinquishes the few advantages a defendant has: He gives up his constitutional privilege against self-incrimination, and more, he gives the government the defense's version of the case up front.
While Pagliano is surely in an unenviable, nail-biting position, we can draw some inferences from recent events. Whether he had zero potential liability, or some liability, he's probably not a "target." Why? Because if he were, his attorney would probably not let him talk to the government, and the government would probably not give him immunity. Remember, the government is parsimonious with immunity deals. Another, less reliable inference may be drawn not about Pagliano, but others who are not Pagliano.
The person who often has to worry the most during this process is the person who hasn't been approached at all by the government. That's a chilling indicator that you may be the target.
(Excerpt) Read more at cnn.com ...
Clinton: 'I’ve Been the Most Transparent Public Official in Modern Times'
Perhaps Obama will the Democrats’ Ultimate Delegate. Arresting Hillary would arrest Hillary’s campaign.
I truly believe Hillary and Bill screwed the pooch on this one.
Secret Grand Jury.
It means the FBI is considering charges against higher ups but that no decision has been made yet. Similar to the Freedom of Information case, Judge Sullivan is waiting on results of the discovery about the employment arrangement of Huma before issuing subpoenas.
While Pagliano is surely in an unenviable, nail-biting position,
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Really?
He just got a free pass.
Unless you’re talking about whether he will be able to keep his life or not.
I truly believe Hillary and Bill screwed the pooch on this one.
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Bill Clinton bestiality? I don’t doubt it.
At Best Huma or Cheryl Mills gets a plea deal and it's over.
What I suspect it means is that the DOJ is in Hillary’s pocket. They probably made a cake deal with this guy to ensure he won’t talk. Now that it’s done the new President won’t be able to undo it.
A grand jury has been impaneled.
Otherwise, no immunity could be given.
It probably means he is taking the fall. Full confession! He is to blame. Hillary is shocked.
Case closed. Move along. Nothing to see.
DOUBLE secret grand jury!
The reports I’ve seen haven’t clarified if it is use or transactional immunity.
not enough evidence on Hillary. Need the guy to flip on her.
Yup, they can’t take her down. It will unravel the whole damn bunch of them.
I have a theory that they are hanging this out there.. keeping it going... if it gets to a place in the election that they see Hillary cannot win, they’ll indict her to get her out of the race and stick in someone they think could win, maybe Biden.
Question for FR lawyers: can you refuse to talk unless granted full statutory immunity?
Dumb question, but can you still plead the fifth and do you have to agree to be given immunity or can it be forced upon you and then you’re compelled to testify?
It signals that Hillary is toast.
Clicking the CNN link above may answer some questions. Danny Cevallos covers a ton of details.
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