Posted on 07/10/2013 5:15:07 AM PDT by Uncle Chip
Today, July 10th, is DAY #22 (of 5th week) State of Florida V. George Zimmerman case.
Yesterday began with a boom as defense expert witness, world renowned Dr Vincent Di Maio took to the stand to validate the forensic evidence supporting George Zimmerman’s version of the encounter with Trayvon Martin. However, the day ended with an even bigger THUNDERCLAP in an epic 10pm showdown as Don West took on both the State prosecutors and trial Judge Nelson after the jury was released. Ending with Judge Nelson, turning her back and walking out of court. Unreal. A great analysis of the events from yesterday is available HERE.
The late night argument, not by the State, but by Judge Nelson herself, regarding phone evidence authentication, is so weak and insufferably devoid of legal analysis it is absurd on its face. Then again, this is the same judge who said a few days ago, flippantly in open court, that evidence should be “shredded” (Dr. Bao notes) after use. D’oh
Essentially Nelson argued that the phone records (texts and pics from Trayvon) cannot be authenticated to have originated by the specific personage of Trayvon Martin (despite two security codes) because anyone could have sent them. Whiskey*Tango*Foxtrot !!
How can an email be used in a sex offender case? How can phone records be used in RICO cases? How can GPS evidence be used in Insurance Cases? How are photographs taken by perps used against them? Think about it.
You can’t argue that evidence cannot be admitted because someone else might have made the actual phone call; Someone else might have physically sent the email; Someone else actually accessed the website; Someone else might have been the driver of the car; Or, someone else could possibly have been behind the viewing lens of the camera etc.
No, that argument does not mean you can arbitrarily exclude evidence. And this was the basis for her argument (watch the video).
Sure, that’s an argument which can be presented to the jury by the other side, as a counter point to create doubt with the jury, but it can’t be a reasonable consideration for total evidence exclusion. Then again, this is Judge Nelson – who in multiple prior cases has a high historical propensity of being overruled by the 5th District Court of Appeals.
It should be noted the NAACP Annual National Convention starts in Orlando on Friday; Additionally, preparations are being made in/around Miami-Dade for a Wednesday defense wrapped up with a community/LEO preparation meeting yesterday.
OK ,does he do Monster Fish:)
Judge sneering, literally sneering at MOM’s objection.
She is evil.
Judge Debra didn’t like that not-so-veiled threat, eh? lol
<< OHHHHH never thought of that. >>
Thought of what? Can’t open a new window to see what he said!
She is quite the worthless POS, isn’t she.
I know! He continues to impress me. Such a comforting demeanor.
Just guessing...
that was a threat to the Prosecution
wouldnt be surprised if this guy doesnt show
As long as he speaks Cuban, he should be OK.
Fertile ground all over the place.
And yet I wonder, is that intentional?! I doubt anyone can say for certain, but taking all things into consideration, we can draw our own conclusions.
Rush to judgement - the snarky prosecutor's been acting like it's in the bag. Look, if they ciould turn John Roberts, 5 Florida ladies would be child's play.
Still have Donelly (medic who said heard Z on 911 tape) testimony allow/disallowed.
Jury being called back in to be dismissed for day. Then Donelly issue continued. Issue is he was in courtroom earlier in trial.
Yes, since the state couldn’t say for sure if they could even get that witness in to testify.
Per WFTV a verdict will probably happen by Friday or Saturday. Everyone pray hard!
Judge needs to report back to Holder and Barry re: the timeline so they can coordinate the riots with Shabazz and Sharpton.
My father (rest his soul) was an attorney who valued his professional integrity more than just about anything.
I just don't get it.
She is a legal midget.
Don't misunderstand, she hates Z and wants him dead, but the trial is over, there's nothing left to say .. nothing else for the jury.
Let the jury have it, already.
either that, or the fix is in, she knows the verdict (or has a good idea .. ), and still .... it is over.
Yep.
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