For those watching the Casey A. trial.....

[donna723]

They had signs posted outside the court room warning that any type of outbursts, disruptive gestures or even certain facial expressions absolutely would not be tolerated in the courtroom. Apparently this young man didn't think that Judge Perry meant it. Now he knows! They have also ejected a few spectators from the courtroom for falling asleep during the proceedings. This trial is way too important and has been way too expensive to put on for them to put up with any nonsense. And quite honestly, if someone had done this in our local county courthouse here, the very same thing could very well have happened!

 

[Nancy]

I don't think explaining how our court system works would have made any impact on him. He was being a jerk and showoff and probably wanted to post it on his fb. Hope he really has to serve the six days, but it won't happen until after his appeal and they may suspend it.

Nancy

 

[klmno]

Ok, Ladies, I was able to watch until the lunch break started. Pleeeeeaaaassse tell me what I missed this afternoon. LOL! I had a medication appointment, too, at the VA center where they have a tv in each and every clinic waiting room. I thought for sure I'd be able to catch a glimpse of what was going on before my appointment because I ended up getting there about 45 mins before my appointment. Much to my amazement, they now only have veteran's ad stuff on EVERY SINGLE ONE OF THOSE TVS. I asked the receptionist about it and she didn't sound too happy about it either. The only thing I've learned about this case since 11:30 is from a radio dj saying the defense had rested and Casey didn't take the stand. Did Casey explain that decision to the judge? What other witnesses were called?

 

[klmno]

Goodness, you all have written about 2 1/2 pages of posts this afternoon alone. LOL!!

 

[TerryJ2]

Malika, it wasn't just raising a finger. I think he was "giving the finger." Not the same thing. I don't know what sort of gesture would be equivalent in your country.

 

[HaoZi]

Yes, he was giving the ol' one finger salute. I LMAO'd when the judge told him to define what he meant by it.

 

[DammitJanet]

Oh I howled at that! The look on his face as he was caught in that picture was just priceless. Are we sure he isnt one of ours? Head count!

Malika...not only were there signs posted telling everyone what is expected but the deputy's letting people into the courtroom tell them what the sign says in case you cant read. So this newbie criminal has no excuse for his behavior. I bet he is calling mommy about now crying about how unfair the justice system is. Maybe he shouldnt have stayed up all night trying to get a ticket for the trial of the century...lmao.

 

[donna723]

upallnight, I think you're right! If someone had made that same gesture towards ol' Baez - on camera and in the presence of the jury - he'd be up there asking for a mistrial claiming that it would prejudice the jury against him and therefore it would be hurting Casey's defense!

 

[HaoZi]

Are we sure he isnt one of ours?

The thought crossed my mind, but I still couldn't stop laughing. Name, age, place of work, annual pay, monthly expenses and (lack of) items of value out there for everyone watching to hear. Makes more than I do, too. Sad, eh?

 

[Nancy]

Haha yeah I bet he's unemployed now.

Nancy

 

[klmno]

I watched the replays. As far as could it be any of our difficult children? Yep, it could be mine if he flipped a bird at me, a teacher, a peer, or a Department of Juvenile Justice staff member....as an adolescent or teen. I'm praying that by the time he's 28 yo he's gotten the point that this young man obviously didn't get- as an adult, you are absolutely stupid to go into a court room and flip a bird when court is in progress, not to mention a high profile case this far along, a death penalty case, and warnings posted all over the place.


Yes, "our" difficult children could do something like this, but this is the koi we're dealing with by the time they are 15yo; it's a point for us warrior moms if our kids aren't doing it at 28yo, in my humble opinion.

 

[HaoZi]

I thought he said he was 24. Either way it was a good learning moment for Kiddo (who also laughed because the judge reminded me of teachers I had).

 

[DammitJanet]

he didnt look very old.

 

[Malika]

Ah well, glad to have added a bit of stimulating controversy in there Yes, "the finger" is a universal sign of... insult? In Europe as in the States. But the man - 28 years old, it was revealed during his charging - is really a very silly one. It was clear from the little film that he was just playing around, had no intention by it, a bit like a young child playing dares or something. If I were the judge, I would have had him working in my courtroom and he would have learnt more from it and been more positive towards the establishment he now mocks than going to prison for six days.

 

[DDD]

I just saw the young man's clip this morning. Seems to me that his impulsive choice could really impact his future. I don't know if that charge is a misdemeanor or not. Going to jail seems over the top. Community service with the charges expunged upon completion seems more appropriate. If he truly were a difficult child I doubt he would have "dressed for court", be holding down a job and have no previous criminal record. Yikes, losing your job and gaining notarity for one action will likely impact his life for a long time. DDD

 

[TerryJ2]

DDD and Malika, I suspect that he will turn out to be a difficult child and he will be given community service. Then again, just call me Pollyanna.

 

[klmno]

It was a misdemeanor and I doubt seriously that it will ruin his life, although it might seem like it to him for a while if he loses his job, There's a real possibility, not knowing how Juidge Perry is ITRW courtroom, that when he appeals and goes before a judge again with an attnorney that they'll let it go. It was meant to wake the kid up about showing due respect and not defying court orders, in my humble opinion. He's an adult and should know better by his age. Judge Perry couldn't let this go with the court on tv and tons of different people showing up to court on different days. It really could have led to a lot of young people trying to come in and see what they could get by with.

 

[TerryJ2]

I agree.

 

[DammitJanet]

Soooo....now its over accept for the closing arguments. What did everyone think about the rebuttal? I thought the prosecution was rather point on with how they lazered in on Cindy's work records. She lied. Nuff said.

On the other hand, I heard George's suicide note read on HLN this afternoon and I actually started crying about halfway through the thing. It was just gut wrenchingly sad. Towards the end of the thing he was getting loopy from the alcohol and pills and he was just meandering in his words and thoughts on paper. So very very sad. Very real suicide note. There is no doubt after that note that he had no idea about the death of that baby.

 

[susiestar]

So having duct tape is supposed to mean that George killed her? Gee, my mother has at least 10 rolls in different colors/patterns, plus some in every purse she has and in each car and anywhere else she might ever think about maybe wanting some. The 10 rolls are just on the shelf behind the utility room door. SO did my mother, who hasn't been in Florida in over a decade, kill that child or any child?

What a STUPID conclusion to want anyone to draw. Hey - I bet some of the jurors have duct tape at home. Maybe the defense should say THEY did it?

Talk about idiots.

in my opinion George really is the lead witness for the prosecution. He is just so believable and up front on the stand. Casey's reaction to him should show how she feels about her family. Whomever was responsible for prepping her on how to act really dropped the ball. NO WAY should she act like seh is if she is innocent. HEck, ignore all the testimony and watch how Casey acts and you know she did it.