Wherever did the bloke get the idea that NCIS would convict with no evidence?
From: Cesar Lauren Lauren
Sent: Sunday, March 30, 2008 12:56 AM
To: Sheriff of Onslow County, NC
Subject: Sir , Can I ask you?
Sir,
Can you assure immunity from a military court martial if I come back? , I know they will convict me with no evidence, I cant risk Leavenworth or a chain gang, what can you do for me?
http://www.cbsnews.com/stories/2008/04/12/national/main4011157.shtml
Wow! I hadn’t picked up on the possible email to the sheriff. Cesar’s murder case would be handled by civilian courts since the incident happened off base. I don’t think the UCMJ would have any jurisdiction. The military WOULD have jurisdiction over any rape charges, desertion, or other charges they like to throw in like dereliction, etc.
I noticed the article mentioned the Marine Corps would have to file charges before the first extradition hearing if they wanted to try him......so maybe I’m wrong about their jurisdiction. Anywhoo, this threat could force Cesar to waive extradition quickly if he’s afraid of the UCMJ system. Cesar may have himself in a bind.