Harvard Prof. Alan Dershowitz: Zimmerman Arrest Affidavit ‘Irresponsible And Unethical’
snipe
2012/04/13 01:42:29
Remember Libs, Mr Dershowitz is a Harvard Law Professor and we all know how intelligent Harvard Lawyers are. Right?
Dershowitz called the affidavit justifying Zimmerman’s arrest “not only thin, it’s irresponsible.” He went on to criticize the decision to charge Zimmerman for second degree murder by special prosecutor Angela Cory as being politically motivated.
Dershowitz called the affidavit justifying Zimmerman’s arrest “not only thin, it’s irresponsible.” He went on to criticize the decision to charge Zimmerman for second degree murder by special prosecutor Angela Cory as being politically motivated.
“You’ve seen the affidavit of probable cause. What do you make of it,” Smerconish asked. “It won’t suffice,” Dershowitz replied without hesitation.
“Most affidavits of probable cause are very thin. This is so thin that it won’t make it past a judge on a second degree murder charge,” Dershowitz said. “There’s simply nothing in there that would justify second degree murder.”
Dershowitz said that the elements that would constitute that crime are non-existent in the affidavit. “It’s not only thin, it’s irresponsible,” said Dershowitz.
Dershowitz went on to strongly criticize Cory’s decision to move forward with the case against Zimmerman. “I think what you have here is an elected public official who made a campaign speech last night for reelection when she gave her presentation and overcharged. This case will not – if the evidence is no stronger than what appears in the probable cause affidavit – this case will result in an acquittal.”
Smerconish identified the total lack of any mention of the supposed fight that occurred between Martin and Zimmerman prior to Martin being shot. He said he was disappointed that he did not see any mention of that conflict that led to Martin’s murder.
“But it’s worse than that,” said Dershowitz. “It’s irresponsible and unethical in not including material that favors the defendant.”
“This affidavit does not even make it to probable cause,” Dershowitz concluded. “everything in the affidavit is completely consistent with a defense of self-defense. Everything.”
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U-Dog 2012/04/13 02:50:01
+19I would not doubt one bit that the prosecutor overcharged Zimmerman knowing it would more than likely be thrown out. She gets her bogus campaign points and then the lynch mob will be threatening and or rioting in the streets and Holder will rides in and go after him with some kind of trumped up civil rights charge.
It had a guy teaching his young son the almost lost art.
You never know what money will buy.
These people got the still up and running, I can't swear I saw them produce white lightning though, I lost interest and moved on.
I don't think I would apply for that job.
I think that the arrest on 2nd. Degree Murder charges was about TWO things . One was to prevent Race Riots in Florida ( because of Race-Baiters and the M.S.M. ) - AND - for Zimmermans own protection ( NOTE* that Zimmerman DID NOT request bail ) . His life and the lives of his family are on the line here .
"affidavit justifying Zimmerman’s arrest “not only thin, it’s irresponsible.” He went on to criticize the decision to charge Zimmerman for second degree murder by special prosecutor Angela Cory as being politically motivated. "
This case reminds me of how Islam uses threats of terrorist acts to control
behaviour and public opininion. Or even more basic, the brat throwing a temper tantrum
to get what he wants.
Should our justice system be subject to the whims of public opinion fired up by
hatemongers?
1) They have avoided a race war promoted by the Obama administration.
2) They fed red meat to the blood thirsty radical left with the 2nd Degree Murder Charge.
3) They have given Zimmerman a get out of jail free card with the 2nd Degree Murder Charge.
Pretty good strategy I think, State of Florida my hat is off to you...
To allow this tragedy to elevate in to a race war would be far more lives gone and many more ruined.
What else do some of these 'low-lifes' have to look forward to in their miserable existence.
"A new Toshiba 36" Plasma television and Michael Jordan 'Air-Nikes' - maybe a 36 pack of toilet paper?
What else is there to live for?
HIS BIGGEST OF ALL - HOPE AND CHANGE!!!