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To: k4gypsyrose

The make up of the jury gives both sides an excellent reason for an appeal. That’s what it’s all about.


23 posted on 06/20/2013 1:47:18 PM PDT by Revolting cat! (Bad things are wrong! Ice cream is delicious!)
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To: Revolting cat!

prosecution can’t appeal. if they lose, it’s over. it’s a one trick pony called double jeopardy.


59 posted on 06/20/2013 2:08:13 PM PDT by SendShaqtoIraq
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To: Revolting cat!

>> The make up of the jury gives both sides an excellent reason for an appeal.

I don’t think the prosecution can appeal an acquittal, can they?

Double jeopardy and all that.


83 posted on 06/20/2013 2:46:58 PM PDT by Nervous Tick (Without GOD, men get what they deserve.)
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