My fourth jury trial introduced me to the world of domestic violence. To say that as a prosecutor we never really know how a domestic violence case is going to pan out in front of a jury is an absolute understatement. These are the cases where prosecutors have to be prepared for absolutely every possibility.…
#3 The Jury Trial Where I Learn About Constructive Criticism
Remember when I told that DUI's are where new criminal prosecutors often cut their teeth on jury trials? Jury trial #3 involved a DUI where the defendant had been pulled over for speeding, he exhibited routine objective signs of intoxication, admitted to having 1 beer with dinner, and had marginal success on the field sobriety…
#2 The Jury Trial Involving The No Drive Defense
Driving under the influence is one of the most common jury trials to cut your teeth on as a new prosecutor. I got my chance my second trial in. The case essentially revolved around the discovery of an abandoned vehicle in the roadway which was had major damage to the driver's side of the vehicle,…
Hopelessly Devoted 