It might be early for this discussion, but is there a consensus here that says GZ should take the stand. I believe he should myself. If he just tells what I believe is the truth, the jury will believe him, other wise they might think he has something to hide. I know the prosecution will try and tear him apart but I think it’s worth the risk.
There is a reason why defendants don’t take the stand — guilty or not — and a reason why that right is enshrined in the Constitution.
Is there anyway to get his initial statement in without him taking the stand.
IMO once he open his mouth and the jury hears his voice they will know he is the one who yelled for help. He’s got the build of a tenor The speaking voice is determined by the size of the vibration of the vocal chords.