Posted on 07/10/2013 5:15:07 AM PDT by Uncle Chip
Today, July 10th, is DAY #22 (of 5th week) State of Florida V. George Zimmerman case.
Yesterday began with a boom as defense expert witness, world renowned Dr Vincent Di Maio took to the stand to validate the forensic evidence supporting George Zimmermans version of the encounter with Trayvon Martin. However, the day ended with an even bigger THUNDERCLAP in an epic 10pm showdown as Don West took on both the State prosecutors and trial Judge Nelson after the jury was released. Ending with Judge Nelson, turning her back and walking out of court. Unreal. A great analysis of the events from yesterday is available HERE.
The late night argument, not by the State, but by Judge Nelson herself, regarding phone evidence authentication, is so weak and insufferably devoid of legal analysis it is absurd on its face. Then again, this is the same judge who said a few days ago, flippantly in open court, that evidence should be shredded (Dr. Bao notes) after use. Doh
Essentially Nelson argued that the phone records (texts and pics from Trayvon) cannot be authenticated to have originated by the specific personage of Trayvon Martin (despite two security codes) because anyone could have sent them. Whiskey*Tango*Foxtrot !!
How can an email be used in a sex offender case? How can phone records be used in RICO cases? How can GPS evidence be used in Insurance Cases? How are photographs taken by perps used against them? Think about it.
You cant argue that evidence cannot be admitted because someone else might have made the actual phone call; Someone else might have physically sent the email; Someone else actually accessed the website; Someone else might have been the driver of the car; Or, someone else could possibly have been behind the viewing lens of the camera etc.
No, that argument does not mean you can arbitrarily exclude evidence. And this was the basis for her argument (watch the video).
Sure, thats an argument which can be presented to the jury by the other side, as a counter point to create doubt with the jury, but it cant be a reasonable consideration for total evidence exclusion. Then again, this is Judge Nelson who in multiple prior cases has a high historical propensity of being overruled by the 5th District Court of Appeals.
It should be noted the NAACP Annual National Convention starts in Orlando on Friday; Additionally, preparations are being made in/around Miami-Dade for a Wednesday defense wrapped up with a community/LEO preparation meeting yesterday.
To all: Have a good day!
Pray for the safety of George, his family and the defense team.
Thanks so much for these links!
I’m in.
Agreed. Thank you so much, Uncle Chip.
You are making history with these threads and your dedication.
Have little doubt here.
My McAfee just said it was safe....
Take it for what it’s worth :0/
Marijuana, guns and fighting: New photos and texts from Trayvon Martin’s cell phone paint troubling picture of slain teen
Could be one of two things IMO:
There is a whole of apologizing being done on both sides which neither side wants public or da’ judge is still laying down the ‘law’ to the defense which SHE doesn’t want made public.
Could be another one though, West is trying to get his client out of jail after he was arrested for violating his curfew.
INB4DOA. (In Before Don-o’s Admonishment.)
:^)
I got it ready, but feeling a little sheepish about posting it, as I got a little out of line yesterday.
It’s never been possible to herd the cats on this board and Thread Nannies are targets for derision. But, I sympathize with the cubicle bound having to scroll through multiple posts about amyl nitrate, Snapple and Jane Fonda to keep current.
OMG: look at this exchange:
To Trayvon: Boy don’t get one planted in ya chest
Reply: Lol i’m scared
To Trayvon: You should be
Does anyone know how much the crime rate has dropped in Sanford, FL since this incident? How about in that very neighborhood. Maybe George should be elected Sheriff..
Kathi Belich, WFTV @KBelichWFTV
After a contentious end to the animation reenactment hearing last night, Judge Nelson pushed court’s start time back to 9am. #Zimmermanon9
10h
Ryan Hughes - WFTV @RHughesWFTV
COURTROOM DRAMA: Late night hearings turn into heated arguments & send Judge Debra Nelson storming off. See you at 10/11. #ZIMMERMANon9.
Retweeted by Kathi Belich, WFTV
LOL!
Present.
How dare you bring facts into my court.
Believe me, I have been praying for them!
Where is don-s obligatory knock it off kids and no bickering/fighting/crying or Ill come over there and give you something to cry about...get tough skin and man up or get off this thread post??
I’m about an hour from Sanford.....(a once peaceful little town)
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