Posted on 11/22/2004 5:44:14 AM PST by runningbear
Peterson May Join 'The Qs' Infamous Death Row
SAN QUENTIN -- If Scott Peterson is condemned to die he would become the latest addition to a San Quentin Death Row that already houses serial killer Richard Ramirez, known as the Night Stalker, Richard Allen Davis, the killer of Polly Klaas, David Carpenter, the Trailside Killer, and recently arrived Cary Stayner.
Ironically, Peterson could also catch an occasional glimpse across the San Francisco Bay waters of the spot where he launched his boat on Christmas Eve 2002, not far from where the bodies of his pregnant wife and unborn child eventually floated to shore.
Now convicted of their murders, Peterson will be transported to San Quentin if the jury recommends a death sentence following a hearing that begins Monday.
LOL - good terminology. Nine circus!! Do these Judges get re-elected each term? or are they Governor appointed? I would hope that Arnold might change a few. California is bleeding to death with debt and yet they are willing to house hundreds more killers for decades at a HUGE cost to the taxpayers? Doesn't that rather irk the citizens whether Liberal or Conservative? I suppose those who adamantly oppose the DP are happy with the status quo. Still, there must be quite a lot of folks who are NOT happy with it.
CO I found this article on the ninth circuit Judges. I found this quite interesting because of what I have heard about the ninth circuit. The Judges are appointed by the President of the United States.
The Ninth Circuit is also by far the largest Circuit Court in the US and it has the largest number of judges, with 28 positions currently authorized for the court (one of which is currently unfilled). Because of its large size, the court rarely sits for a full en banc court of all active judges. Instead, the court provides for a "limited en banc" review of a randomly-selected 11 judge panel. This means that en banc reviews may not actually reflect the views of the majority of the court, and indeed may not include any of the three judges involved in the decision being reviewed in the first place!
The court is considered by some to have an overly liberal bias, but arguably a majority of its judges are conservatives. While 17 judges have been appointed by Democratic presidents, 5 of those are solid conservatives. Thus only 12 of the Democrat-appointed judges are liberals or moderates, potentially leaving the remaining 15 as conservatives.
It is often called "the most overturned appeals court in the United States", but this is mostly a product of its high caseload. On a percentage basis, the circuit is not overturned much more than any other. (Indeed, in 2003 it had the least reversal rate of any appeals court with more than five cases reviewed.[1]
For rest of article go here:Ninth Circuit
On a side note. I was listening to radio news they reported the reason the forman of the jury left as per Gregaros filings was THE FORMAN OF THE JURY WANTED OFF BECAUSE ALL THE OTHER JURORS WERE GIVING HIM A HARD TIME.
Interesting yet somewhat confusing Spunky? In regard to the dismissed Foreman - HE BACKED OFF THE POSITION THAT HE FELT THREATENED! That statement was made by Judge Delucchi. It ended up being that HE felt he couldn't reach a fair decision, whatever that might mean. HE asked to be dismissed. I think his pride was hurt when the group wanted another foreman and after that he wanted to take his marbles home. He admitted that he had NOT allowed the group to take an initial vote. At the time that he left, he was NOT aware of how the votes would break down!! A lot of what we are hearing is Geragos speak!! That's what I call unreliable and manipulated.
I agree, I don't want to hear any more from Scott Peterson. Just put him behind bars and keep him there.
LOL.... only if the "a" obortion happened in one of them females, maybe they might think twice! Ya think?
And the latest on the appeals Geragos did.....denied!!!!
Geragos' Petition for Stay in Penalty Phase Denied
California's 1st District Court of Appeals late this afternoon declined to hear Scott Peterson's petition for a stay in the penalty phase of his trial.
Defense attorney Mark Geragos had asked the court to delay the penalty phase of Peterson's murder trial and grant his motions for a new jury and change of venue. Geragos filed the writ of appeal earlier today.
LOL - Like we didn't all know this would be the rather rapid result. I am hearing he's going to file now with CA Supreme Court. The result will be the same.
heehee...most likely... Geragos grasping...or gasping... ;o)
I just wanted to say Happy Thanksgiving to all my pals on the Peterson threads!
I don't care how many trolls make fun of us, this has been a great thread and a stellar group of people.
And I'm proud to know you all!
Have a great day tomorrow!
back at ya!
Troll attacks are a badge of honor!!
Happy T-Day to you!
Thank you ,Howlin...This has been a terrific group!
HAPPY THANKSGIVING, EVERYONE!
Wishing you all a blessed Thanksgiving!
Happy Thanksgiving all my American friends.!! Your all wonderful. We have developed such a great comradere on this thread. I hope everyone doesn't just fade away completely. Remember, Tuesday we're back at it!! I have NO fear that Geragos's appeal to the Supreme Court of CA will be denied and that he is going to just "further p*ss off these Jurors"!! Geragos really needs to go away and hide now. There is NOTHING more he can do for his client that, quote "Didn't need a Penalty Phase"!! Have a great day all and remember to be THANKFUL for the many blessings we all have for living in free Socities, for family, friends, health, everything. As will I, remember your wonderful troops on the front lines! CO
AMERICA....HOME OF THE FREE BECAUSE OF THE BRAVE
I am thankful for our armed forces and pray God keep them safe.
Happy Thanksgiving to you Howlin & all the others that I have met here on this thread!
Oh Thank You and back atcha.
Been a horrible crime but have met some cool Freepers on this thread.
Happy Thanks Giving All!
Hey noticed Devil_Anse has not posted at FR since election date and I e mailed her to see if she is ok.
No reply.
Can anyone tell me if everything is OK with her?
I miss her sharp wit and quick comebacks.
I don't need to know details just that she is OK.
Thanks Howlin, and Our Lord's Blessings to you and yours.
Good Morning and Happy Thanksgiving, Howlin.
"I just wanted to say Happy Thanksgiving to all my pals on the Peterson threads!"
Happy Thanksgiving to you, too. It is a nice group and I've really appreciated runningbear's threads.
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