[Still Thinking]

There was also some evidence that Mr. Aitken wasn’t moving at all when he was arrested, but had stored the guns in his car because his roommate was throwing a party, and he didn’t want the guns in the apartment while guests were there drinking.”

Which would make him guilty of....responsible gun ownership?? Damn him! Let's get him!

[VRWCmember]

his mother grew worried about his mental state and called 911.

The only time you should ever call 911 is if you believe there is an EMERGENCY - which means the condition puts someone's life in immediate peril. If you are just "worried about someone's mental state" then take the time to find the non-emergency police line if you feel you absolutely must talk to the police about it. When you dial 911, you are telling the police that the situation is an immediate threat -- an emergency. That is what the 911 line is for; it isn't for counseling services.

[Lurker]

But the judge gave them little choice.

Bullcrap. It's called "jury nullification" and this was a perfect case in which to use it.