tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6757696342634699253.post5852260183119087573..comments2024-02-24T18:44:39.324-08:00Comments on Trials & Tribulations: Sephanie Lazarus: Closing Arguments Day 1, Part IISprockethttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03837416113512618694noreply@blogger.comBlogger5125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6757696342634699253.post-40742850688432999452012-03-06T07:52:51.428-08:002012-03-06T07:52:51.428-08:00I agree with Overland that the LAPD detectives who...I agree with Overland that the LAPD detectives who interviewed and videotaped and then arrested Lazarus were deceptive. To start with, look at the fact they did not yet obtain a warrant for Lazarus's arrest.A general rule in police work is: if you have time to get a warrant, you obtain the warrant.Its always more desireable to have a warrant since the DA and a magistrate have reviewed your factual probable cause and given it their stamps of approval. It lessens the likelihood of the DA reducing the charge later or of a lawsuit for false arrest.The detectives in this case had plenty of time to obtain a warrant but instead made the arrest on probable cause. They did so with the express purpose of having more of an opportunity to get statements on tape from Lazarus that would hem her in on possible defenses later on in court. For example, if the detectives called Lazarus in and said "We have a warrant for your arrest for the murder of Sherri Rasmussen,you are under arrest", and then read Lazarus her constitutionl rights of a person in custody, Lazarus probably wouldnt have said anything further.Instead, the detectives start a friendly chat with Lazarus about her dealings with Sherri Rasmussen and John Ruetten,without telling Lazarus they know the DNA test results from the crime scene and have every intention of arresting her at the conclusion of the interview.They deceptively get Lazarus to chat with them for a long time, making statements that will later be used against her in court, and limiting her possible defenses. If Lazarus is convicted, I could see the admission of the video tape in court as a major possibility of reversal based on violation of constitutional rights.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6757696342634699253.post-37192221585434333342012-03-06T06:29:34.925-08:002012-03-06T06:29:34.925-08:00Thanks Sprocket for the great job.Thanks Sprocket for the great job.Francaisehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06168444019493679477noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6757696342634699253.post-90688088809082131612012-03-06T06:26:40.972-08:002012-03-06T06:26:40.972-08:00Hello all + Sprocket,
It's a balmy 28° w/fresh...Hello all + Sprocket,<br />It's a balmy 28° w/fresh blanket of snow up here in Glacier Country (NW MT). I have not always lived in MT; like Sherri, I grad early my SR yr in 1986 + was living in Northridge, Van Nuys, Pan City amongst relatives. I recall the heinous murder very well being in close proximity to Balboa Blvd + began following the case in 2009 when SL was arrested. Sprocket, ur detailed/benign/entertaining coverage is what I'd been looking for. Recently, I had neck surgery, so it's been a great oppourtunity to catch up. Sprocket, thru a psych lense I believe SL made a decision to commit murder + found violence to be an acceptable solution to her pain/dilema. I believe SL killed Sherri for revenge + to hurt John due to feeling rejected by him. Finally, SL blamed Sherri: Ex: 3 times during SL's video interview when asked "Do you know what happened to Sherri? SL responds vigorously w/confidence in a neg tone, "I know SHE GOT killed"! Hence, blaming the victim. No other choice of words: "heard she past away or, murdered" in a benign tone. Also @the start SL immediately corrects pronunciation of JR's last name even tho her answers are safely vague/evasive during her 06.05.2009 circular <br />interview w/detective Jaramillo. SL was able to compartmentalize killing Sherri, not tell a soul + take the horrid event to her grave. Narcissistic/Histrionic/Sociopathic personalities are very capable of pulling murder off, are Type A + BPD is usually on the menu: frantic efforts to avoid real/imagined abandonment, pattern of unstable/interpersonal relationships, alternating btwn idealization/devaluation, identity disturbamce: persitently unstable self image/sense of self, impulsivity in 2 areas that are self damaging: spending/sex/substance abuse/reckless driving/binge eating/risky sports, recurrent suicidal behavior/threats, affective instability due to marked reactivity of mood/intense episodic dysphoria/<br />irtitability/anxiety. As a therapist, I'm not one into "labelling" ppl + do not subscribe to belief a personality disorder is an effective excuse for our behavior. Merely, these descriptions help explain it + find helpful solutions to look in mirror + change ourselves for better/help others. In the end it's not important why ppl commit murder. Redemption is possible, even behind bars. SL's bro Steven said he knows his sister didn't kill Sherri + that's true for him; that's the reality he knows w/his sister.<br />Thus my prayer is the jury will examine the evidence or lack of, be thorough + listen intently to one another. Finally, deliver a just verdict of guilty. We'll see.Montana krisnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6757696342634699253.post-38186441602178662612012-03-06T05:31:00.473-08:002012-03-06T05:31:00.473-08:00Great job, Sprocket! I feel like I was in the cour...Great job, Sprocket! I feel like I was in the courtroom!Shannon from Seattlenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6757696342634699253.post-51428664921575385752012-03-06T04:12:25.246-08:002012-03-06T04:12:25.246-08:00Hi all + Sprocket,
Test post, have not yet been s...Hi all + Sprocket, <br />Test post, have not yet been successful....Montana krisnoreply@blogger.com