[RedRover]

That was (partly) why it was shocking.

Defense attorney Joe Casa introduced a motion to dismiss the fraudulent discharge. The judge denied it, but said he had a motion of his own.

The reason for the move to dismiss was based on procedural issues. We’ll have more on it later.

Whatever the reason for the dismissal, it knocks the legs out from under the prosecution’s case.

It’s possible that the defense could wrap up today but I imagine the trial will go at least through tomorrow.

[bigheadfred]

Did someone mention that the defense should introduce a motion to dismiss? Seems like it , at least, opened the door for the judge to make a move.

[Girlene]

The reason for the move to dismiss was based on procedural issues.

Wow, that's clear as mud! I haven't been able to find any other reporting on theobstruction dismissal. Great job on getting this information!

[jazusamo]

Whatever the reason for the dismissal, it knocks the legs out from under the prosecution’s case.

Kinda sounds like to me the judge knows the whole case is going south for the prosecution and doesn't want to throw the whole thing out himself.

For whatever reason he wants the panel to find not guilty on the three charges that are no brainers now. Maybe he wants it that way so no one can say he fixed it on his own.