tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6757696342634699253.post7396666366530908319..comments2024-03-18T03:14:26.822-07:00Comments on Trials & Tribulations: Phil Spector Retrial: Closing Arguments Day 3Sprockethttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03837416113512618694noreply@blogger.comBlogger21125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6757696342634699253.post-17820509797652330852009-03-26T08:45:00.000-07:002009-03-26T08:45:00.000-07:00Dear sprockett, As so many have said, thank you s...Dear sprockett, As so many have said, thank you so very much for all of your effort. I am so grateful that I was able to follow this coverage, and it has been fantastic. It was nice to see you mentioned, positively, in an article by Anderson Cooper 360. I hope you are getting the respect you deserve.<BR/><BR/>I was wondering if it would be possible for you to notify us when the jury actually begins deliberations. Then I can officially start my "verdict watch clock" LOL.<BR/><BR/>I will be glued to this site all day and I so look forward to your coverage and perspective.<BR/><BR/>NanAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6757696342634699253.post-40251594504381303992009-03-26T08:33:00.000-07:002009-03-26T08:33:00.000-07:00Under the circumstantial evidence instruction “cou...Under the circumstantial evidence instruction “could also be interpreted as a homicide” = an acquittal? <BR/><BR/>Sprocket, perhaps you can listen for that instruction this morning and confirm?Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6757696342634699253.post-6633684685224595952009-03-26T08:02:00.000-07:002009-03-26T08:02:00.000-07:00Thank you Sprocket. You are the best. I know you m...Thank you Sprocket. You are the best. I know you must be soooo tired. I am keeping my fingers crossed for a guilty verdict today.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6757696342634699253.post-543342434002011212009-03-26T07:32:00.000-07:002009-03-26T07:32:00.000-07:00I am so grateful for the time you have taken - not...I am so grateful for the time you have taken - not only to report the detail of the testimony and evidence - but to enlighten those of us who cannot be there about the actual mood and atmosphere in the courtroom. <BR/><BR/>I have followed this case every day and believe sincerely that Phil Spector should be convicted this time. <BR/><BR/>I think the prosecution presented a much better argument this time and the focus was more on the evidence than bringing in a host of Lana's ner-do-well friends who were willing to purjor themselves, for a brief moment of televised fame. <BR/><BR/>Lana Clarkson deserves justice. Phil Spector is and always has been clearly guilty. <BR/><BR/>I cannot think you enough - <BR/><BR/>Toni from St. LouisAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6757696342634699253.post-69605529403078211962009-03-26T07:28:00.000-07:002009-03-26T07:28:00.000-07:00Spocket . . . thanks again as always. A few thoug...Spocket . . . thanks again as always. A few thoughts as we move to, I hope, a conviction:<BR/>1. Whineberg may be annoying but he has been an aggressive and dogged advocate for his client.<BR/>2. I think one attorney in charge has made for a much better flow for PS instead of the four attorneys he had stumbling through the case the last time.<BR/>3. As a Texas resident (though born in FL I've been here since 1965) I'm a Jackson homer . . . and can't wait to see more of your coverage on his rebuttal.<BR/>4. I hope the lesser included is not reversible error on the court's part.<BR/>5. The quicker they return a verdict the more likely it will be a conviction . . . I'm just guessing here that they might want their lives back . . . like NOW.<BR/>ChrisAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6757696342634699253.post-36687776699784553502009-03-26T07:06:00.000-07:002009-03-26T07:06:00.000-07:00Consciousness of Guilt:It was completely covered!<B>Consciousness of Guilt:</B><BR/><BR/>It was <I>completely</I> covered!Sprockethttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03837416113512618694noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6757696342634699253.post-8855074588021901852009-03-26T06:51:00.000-07:002009-03-26T06:51:00.000-07:00This coverage has been great. Thank you.Last time,...This coverage has been great. Thank you.<BR/>Last time, AJ got into the "consciousness of guilt", an important thesis to explain PS's behavior after the event. I thought it was helpful--for me at least--to explain not calling 911, not being cooperative with police, etc. Hope this is covered again.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6757696342634699253.post-25678899117423594032009-03-26T06:29:00.000-07:002009-03-26T06:29:00.000-07:00Marking off points by the defense:AJ did do someth...<B>Marking off points by the defense:</B><BR/><BR/>AJ did do something similar, marking off items by the defense but it was done on the screen for the jury. He told the jury that the defense, never told you what happened. The only time they came close, was with a hypothetical question to Steve Renteria.<BR/><BR/>Jackson put that long, hypothetical question up on the screen, and then broke it down into 9 or 10 point lines. He then systematically went over every item and crossed it off, on the screen.<BR/><BR/>In another part of his summation, going over Dr. Di Maio's reason's he why he based this a suicide rather than a homicide.<BR/><BR/>1. intra-oral gunshot wound... Dr. DM agreed it could also be interpreted as a homicide<BR/>2. The GSR....Dr. DM agreed it could also be interpreted as a homicide<BR/>3. The back spatter....Dr. DM agreed that evidence could be interpreted as a homicide<BR/>4. The smear on the gun...Dr. DM agreed that evidence could be interpreted as a homicide<BR/><BR/>THIS IS A HOMICIDE!<BR/><BR/>How does a homicide become a suicide, you write a BIG FAT CHECK!<BR/><BR/>If you can't change the facts, change the evidence!<BR/><BR/>If you can't change the evidence, change the science!<BR/><BR/>If you can't change the science,<BR/>BUY THE SCIENTIST!<BR/><BR/>Total cost: $419,000!!!!<BR/><BR/>Conjugate on that for just a second. $419,000 to hid the truth from you.<BR/><BR/>At the end of the day, the defense experts were paid $419,000.<BR/><BR/>I'll be writing more, from inside the courtroom and posting during the day as long as I can make a connection with WIFI.Sprockethttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03837416113512618694noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6757696342634699253.post-82194656395735958352009-03-26T06:18:00.000-07:002009-03-26T06:18:00.000-07:00I still believe that he was standing over her, thr...I still believe that he was standing over her, threatening her with the gun, demanding that she put something else into her mouth. Suddenly, in pure rage and the hatred of a lifetime, he puts the gun in.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6757696342634699253.post-53850168919146216802009-03-26T06:09:00.000-07:002009-03-26T06:09:00.000-07:00I assume Riordan is no longer around (but will be ...I assume Riordan is no longer around (but will be back for submitting an appeal).<BR/><BR/>The LA Times article contained a good line from AJ: If you can't change the science, buy the scientists (or words to that effect). I guess he is not using the poster-board to mark off the points made by the defense: I thought that was pretty effective last time.<BR/>Thank you.<BR/>Wes J.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6757696342634699253.post-34532316924135410612009-03-26T05:38:00.000-07:002009-03-26T05:38:00.000-07:00It's actually good that Jackson gets to come back ...It's actually good that Jackson gets to come back today and finish up. His words will still be ringing in their juror's ears. Something tells me he spent last night adding some good flourishes and facts to his arguments. <BR/><BR/>Looking forward to deliberations.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6757696342634699253.post-21436484285713696202009-03-26T02:07:00.000-07:002009-03-26T02:07:00.000-07:00Thank you - Thank you - Thank you a thousand times...Thank you - Thank you - Thank you a thousand times thank you. Here I am reading at 4:00am. And the only reason I know anything about the trial this time is because of your wonderful work. <BR/><BR/>I know Spector is guilty not a bit of doubt - lets hope the Lord leads that jury to the right decision. <BR/><BR/>I'll be holding my breath - wouldn't it be wonderful if the jury went into the jury room - voted and turned around and delivered a guilty verdict all in about 1/2 an hour. I've seen a few of those in my time. That is my dream for this trial. <BR/><BR/>Suzannecake fairyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09999339670455810923noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6757696342634699253.post-43081914831995952032009-03-25T23:48:00.000-07:002009-03-25T23:48:00.000-07:00Thanks much. I have read everyday. It's only my op...Thanks much. I have read everyday. It's only my opinion, bu Weaselberg is getting paid a ton to lie and lie again. <BR/><BR/>Spector did it (Boy, did he ever). Do was great, the jurors will view Weaselberg as a mouthpiece for high-priced fabrication, and AJ will deliver the coup d'grace.<BR/><BR/>I believe, and I hope.<BR/><BR/>Thanks again for everything.. all of your many hours and hard work is VERY MUCH appreciated.PFF Raio Trade Alerthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03296553752613403131noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6757696342634699253.post-71584085370503332572009-03-25T22:12:00.000-07:002009-03-25T22:12:00.000-07:00Oh My.... I have knots in my stomach thinking abou...Oh My.... I have knots in my stomach thinking about this almost being over for the second time....<BR/><BR/>I pray that Spector is found guilty... As AJ said - I believe the case to be straight forward.... That nasty lil tyrant killed Lana Clarkson.... NO doubt in my mind.<BR/><BR/>Thank you again for your "beyond" incredible coverage which enabled all of us to keep up with this trial...<BR/><BR/>janiceJanicehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02111462618174557219noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6757696342634699253.post-9328368879083956242009-03-25T21:43:00.000-07:002009-03-25T21:43:00.000-07:00Sprocket ~ Thank you. For everything you do. Ev...Sprocket ~<BR/> <BR/>Thank you. For everything you do. Everything.<BR/><BR/>Up until closings, you have been the only one in the media to keep Lana's fight for justice at center stage, and I don’t know how many people realize that… you are a saint in addition to being a fabulous journalist! <BR/><BR/>Hope you have a wonderful night of rest & relaxation before heading down the final stretch!<BR/><BR/>Elizabeth :)Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6757696342634699253.post-50477408736946877722009-03-25T21:31:00.000-07:002009-03-25T21:31:00.000-07:00I am glad both prosecutors gave short prsentations...I am glad both prosecutors gave short prsentations. This has truly gone on way too long. I would not like to be on the jury, having to sort though fact and fiction, without being able to read and listen to analysis and summaries from many different folks. Many times I have returned to T&T to check for something that was/wasn't said.<BR/><BR/>Thank you again for your reportingAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6757696342634699253.post-25545664916151240432009-03-25T21:29:00.000-07:002009-03-25T21:29:00.000-07:00Length of the court day:Well, the jury wasn't deli...<B>Length of the court day:</B><BR/><BR/>Well, the jury wasn't deliberating. It was closing arguments.<BR/><BR/>I don't think it's like that in "every" courthouse in California, but certainly in a 19 story criminal court building in downtown Los Angeles, that's the norm. The building closes at 4:30 pm. If a judge holds his court open past that time, the building would required to have over time for those sheriff's involved in being assigned to this courtroom, as well as other areas of the building.<BR/><BR/>It's certainly not a perfect system, but one that doesn't cost the taxpayers money each and every time a judge decides to keep his courtroom open longer.Sprockethttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03837416113512618694noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6757696342634699253.post-55480244811724675842009-03-25T21:24:00.000-07:002009-03-25T21:24:00.000-07:00Only in California would a jury not be able to go ...Only in California would a jury not be able to go a few minutes past 4:30 in the afternoon.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6757696342634699253.post-88486921438938534892009-03-25T21:07:00.000-07:002009-03-25T21:07:00.000-07:00Sprocket, thank you as always for your report. I'...Sprocket, thank you as always for your report. <BR/><BR/>I'm sorry I didn't get to hear the closing arguments on any TV or internet streaming, this has been an extremely interesting and emotional case. <BR/><BR/>I don't know what most attorneys charge, at least 2000 a day in court and then extra for preparation etc. I am sure Weinberg must have made a lot on a stack of handwritten notes for "preparation". Just a couple of these cases are enough for a great retirement.. <BR/><BR/>I just hope the jury is able to be clear with it all and that the verdict comes before Friday night.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6757696342634699253.post-16698725460558019272009-03-25T20:32:00.000-07:002009-03-25T20:32:00.000-07:00Weinberg goes on for an entire day, and then most ...Weinberg goes on for an entire day, and then most of a second day. This is to make the jury think that the case is real complicated. AJ then gets up and tells the jury that the case is NOT complicated. <BR/><BR/>Spector talked Lana into coming home with him. Spector gets angry and takes out a gun. Spector causes the gun to fire and Lana Clarkson is dead. Spector cleans up as much as he can. That's it. <BR/><BR/>AJ is bringing it back to the reality of what happened.<BR/><BR/>David From TNAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6757696342634699253.post-31769188377441076632009-03-25T20:26:00.001-07:002009-03-25T20:26:00.001-07:00Another wonderful job of reporting.Thank you so mu...Another wonderful job of reporting.<BR/>Thank you so much for keeping us in touch. You are our eyes, ears and you certainly have our heart felt thanks.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com