05-13-2013, 10:23 AM
(05-09-2013, 07:29 PM)Duchess Wrote: I'm looking forward to the circus.I'm looking forward to hearing how Judge Nelson rules on the last few pre-trial motions. Can't find any updates.
Here's what I'd like to see:
1. Judge Nelson disallows anything related to:
a. Shellie Zimmerman's perjury charges - not relevant to the murder 2 case. (She's gonna plead the 5th anyway, I don't think she'll be a real factor in this case.)
b. Trayvon's parents' settlement award by the homeowners association - not relevant to the murder 2 case.
2. Judge Nelson allows:
a. The voice analyst experts requested by the prosecution.
The jury can hear the 911 tapes with the "help" scream in the background and then decide which witnesses (family members from both sides, along with voice analysts) are most credible. Or, they can determine themselves if it's just too murky to consider. It's evidence.
b. The jury field trip to the scene of the crime requested by the defense.
Why not? Maybe it will help them to have a better understanding of what happened the night that Trayvon was killed and which side's version is more credible.
Not sure how I feel about keeping the jury names sealed even after verdict. I understand the request by the defense. If some jurors want to reveal their identities after trial, they won't be denied. I could see keeping the others anonymous, though it kinda restricts freedom of the press/reporting.
Hoping for news on her rulings soon.